Bolz Conservatory Exhibit:

Innovations Inspired by Rainforests

Have you ever wondered what inspires people to develop cool gadgets, life saving technologies, and solutions to complex human challenges? Rainforests are a treasure-trove of brilliant design and many of our best inventions are based on nature. The slippery inside of bottles and pipes mimic the slick leaves of the carnivorous Nepenthes pitcher plant. Coconuts’ buoyancy inspired life preservers carried on boats and ships. Security marks on bank notes to combat counterfeiting are inspired by the iridescence of butterfly wings. All these innovations came to life with the help of biomimicry, a growing field that studies the technology of biology and emulates nature’s models, systems, and elements to solve complex human design challenges. Explore some of the ways rainforests have inspired many objects and processes that have improved our daily lives.

fine Art & Craft sale: sponsored by the Madison weavers guild
10 am - 4 pm

Come and enjoy fabulous and affordable artwork by Wisconsin artists! Local weaving artists and craftspeople will exhibit their colorful wares at Olbrich Botanical Gardens. Speak with the creators and view the artwork. This affordable art is available for purchase. For more information call 608-231-2952.