Schedule:

12:00PM - 1:30PM -- Indoor Mushroom Cultivation Workshop

Dive into the world of fungi and learn how to cultivate your own edible mushrooms at home!  Aubrey Carter, mycologist and author of the newsletter Mushroom Monday, begins the workshop with a brief walk through the woodlands to identify and chat about optimal conditions for fungal growth. Then gather indoors to build oyster mushroom “grow kits” using household materials that are often treated as waste. Participants will explore mushroom cultivation and take home their own grow kit with instructions. The woodland walk is optional; participants who prefer to skip the walk should report to Armor Hall by 12:30pm for the hands-on portion of the program. Severe weather cancels the walk.

Advance registration is encouraged online or by calling 718.549.3200 x251. Day-of registration based on availability and not guaranteed.

1:30PM - 2:30PM -- Spring Mushroom Cooking Demonstration

Earth Day marks the beginning of spring mushroom season in and around NYC.  No matter if you grow your own, forage with a mycological group or shop at your local farmers market, we’ll show you how to enjoy them! Chef Brandi Solomon of Great Performances, Wave Hill’s exclusive caterer, demonstrates techniques for selecting and preparing oyster and other spring mushrooms, and shares tasty samples and recipes to take home.

Registration is not required. Drop in anytime during the event. Questions? Please email us at [email protected] or call 718.549.3200 x251.