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Sunday Seminar: Amphibians of Kentucky

Mahr Park Arboretum 55 Mahr Park Dr., Madisonville, KY, United States

Join us as Jacob Crider from Creasey Mahan Nature Preserve presents over amphibians of Kentucky, amphibian biology, conservation, indicator species, wetlands, and ecosystem science. Sunday, March 24, 2024, 2:00-4:00 p.m.Event Barn A 

Event Series Star Party

Star Party

Mahr Park Arboretum 55 Mahr Park Dr., Madisonville, KY, United States

Join us for a night under the stars at Event Barn B.Ross Workman will guide us through a sky presentation with telescopes available for viewing.

Free

Sunday Seminar: Raptor Look-Alikes

Mahr Park Arboretum 55 Mahr Park Dr., Madisonville, KY, United States

Join Mahr Park Arboretum to learn more about Raptor Look-Alikes! When? February 18, 2024, 2:00-4:00 p.m.Where? Mahr Park Arboretum, Event Barn A

Free

Guided Hike: Great Backyard Bird Count

Mahr Park Arboretum 55 Mahr Park Dr., Madisonville, KY, United States

Participate in the 2024 Great Backyard Bird Count by joining UK Cooperative Extension Horticulture Agent Erika Wood as she leads a hike throughout the arboretum in search of bird species to identify. When? Saturday, February 17, 2024, 8:00-10:00 a.m.Where? Mahr Park Arboretum, Welcome Center 

Free

Sunday Seminar: Bee Program Orientation

Mahr Park Arboretum 55 Mahr Park Dr., Madisonville, KY, United States

Join us for the Mahr Park Arboretum Bee Program Orientation presented by Kevin Moser.Sunday, February 11, 2024, 2:00-4:00 p.m.Event Barn A

Free

Sunday Seminar: Nature to Nurture

Mahr Park Arboretum 55 Mahr Park Dr., Madisonville, KY, United States

Join Nurture to Nature at Mahr Park Arboretum for an interactive presentation on wildlife rehabilitation. Live animals will be present. Sunday, January 28, 2024, 2:00-4:00 p.m.Event Barn A

Free

Winter Solstice Guided Hike

Mahr Park Arboretum 55 Mahr Park Dr., Madisonville, KY, United States

The winter solstice occurs on Wednesday, December 21, 2023! It is the shortest day of the year and the astronomical first day of winter in the Northern Hemisphere.Join us as we celebrate the winter solstice with a guided hike led by park volunteers. We will hike through the forest while enjoying the beautiful sights of…

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Free

Run for the Hungry

Mahr Park Arboretum 55 Mahr Park Dr., Madisonville, KY, United States

The Annual Run for the Hungry benefits the Christian Food Bank of Hopkins County and is presented by First United Bank. It will take place at Mahr Park Arboretum on Nov. 23rd at 8 AM. 5K run/Walk, Kids 1/4 Mile Fun Run, Virtual 5K.Register HERE! Questions or to sponsor/volunteer email- [email protected]

Star Party

Mahr Park Arboretum 55 Mahr Park Dr., Madisonville, KY, United States

Join us for a night under the stars! Ross Workman will guide us through a sky presentation with telescopes available for viewing.

Free

Fall Plant Swap & Trunk or Treat

Mahr Park Arboretum 55 Mahr Park Dr., Madisonville, KY, United States

Have some plants that need to be divided or you want to share with others? Need plants, bulbs, or seeds to add to your landscaping? Here is your chance! Bring plants and take plants home!Join the Pennyroral Master Gardeners for their annual Fall Plant & Bulb Swap on Saturday, Oct. 28th at the Hopkins County…

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Hopkins County Tourist and Convention Commission

28 Sugg Street
Madisonville, Kentucky 42431

270.821.4171
877.243.5280