Snake Week: Ask an Expert

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NOTE THIS EVENT HAS ALREADY OCCURRED

Date(s): Friday, July 17, 2026
Time: 5:00pm-6:30pm
Venue: Matthaei Botanical Gardens
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Event Description

Snake Scientists. Snake Scientists: Dr. Natasha, Dr. Mike, and Dr. Hayley will present slides and host a panel discussion. Come with your questions, everything from myth busting, venom, morphs, snake vision, and more. Learn how they became snake scientists, career pathways, and their life experiences with snakes! Meet in room 125 at Matthaei Botanical Gardens.

Snake Week

This event is part of Snake Week at Matthaei Botanical Gardens. Pick up activity bags and stickers throughout the week or join one of the special events.

🐍 Monday, July 13 Snake Week: Massasauga Magic with Steven Parrish
🐍 Tuesday, July 14 Nature Play PopUp - Snake Week! Snake Clay Play
🐍 Wednesday, July 15 Nature Play PopUp - Snake Week! Snake Clay Play
🐍 Thursday, July 16 Snake Week: Live Encounters and Exploration with UM Museum of Zoology
🐍 Friday, July 17 Snake Week: Ask an Expert
🐍 Sunday, July 19 Nature Play PopUp - Snake Week! Snake Clay Play

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