Crops of the World Innovative Interpretation

Photo of a garden path with botanical garden greenery on both sides

Project Basics

Project Sponsor: UC Botanical Garden

Amount Awarded: $27,037

Grant Awarded: Spring 2025

Project Status: In Progress

Project Description

We aim to make more evidence-driven, inclusive and deeply educational signage for UC Botanical Garden’s Crops of the World Garden. This will promote thinking about sustainability in food systems among visitors and student groups. We are pairing this with a database of botanical garden signage from around the world to link gardens and inspire further innovation in this field. Communication with the public is an essential function of these living museums. We strive to make environmental justice messaging accessible and inspiring in a site that brings joy to visitors. Students’ contributions to producing both database and signage will be critical, and provide them valuable experience.

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