The Secret Life of Lichens and Other Fungi!
The Secret Life of Lichens and Other Fungi!
- Date:
- Wednesday, September 10, 2025
- Time:
- 6:00pm - 7:00pm
- Location:
- Main Auditorium
- Location:
- Main Library (300 N. Roxboro St)
- Audience:
- Adult DPS Elementary School Emerging Adult: 18-24 Year Olds High School Intergenerational Kindergarten Middle School Senior Citizen Teen Tweens: 9-12 Year Olds
- Categories:
- Durham Environmental Gardening Health & Fitness Social
The Secret Life of Lichens and Other Fungi!
What are lichens and why should we care? Join Scott LaGreca, Vice President of the Triangle Mycological Society and Paul J. Kramer Collections Manager at Sarah P. Duke Gardens, for a broad overview of the Kingdom Fungi, followed by a deep dive into lichen biology. Explore fascinating facts and stories about the lichens of North Carolina—a biologically fascinating part of the world that is home to two lichen biodiversity hotspots! There will be a variety of lichen specimens on display!
Scott LaGreca received his PhD in Botany from Duke University, where he was a student of the famous lichenological duo Bill and Chicita Culberson. He has worked in four major herbaria and has published over 50 research articles on lichens and other fungi. Scott is currently the Paul J. Kramer Plant Collections Manager at Sarah P. Duke Gardens. He is the Vice-President of the Triangle Mycological Society.
The mission of the Triangle Mycological Society (TMS) is to foster community in the Triangle-Piedmont region through a shared appreciation for fungi. We host guided forays as well as presentations on all aspects of mycology, including mushroom identification, home cultivation, sustainable foraging, and scientific research. We aim to promote citizen science, academic discovery, and conservation of fungi and welcome members of all identities and skill levels.
Triangle Mycological Society – Larry F Grand Mycological Herbarium
Wednesday September 10 starting at 6 p.m. in the Main Library Auditorium located at 300 North Roxboro Street in Durham.
Registration is appreciated in order to receive notifications about this event. Seating is first come first served. Registration does not hold or guarantee a seat.
Parking is available in the library parking lot or at the North Queen Street Garage (115 North Queen Street) located directly across from the library behind the apartments under construction.
Questions? Email mkoslofsky@dconc.gov