We’re thrilled to announce a very special featured speaker at Maker Faire Miami 2025—Dr. Carl E. Lewis, Director of Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden.
Join us on Sunday, May 4th at 11:00 AM in the Corbin Building at Fairchild for an inspiring talk:
“Making and Tech in a Botanic Garden: Crowdsourcing a Greener Future.”
Dr. Lewis will delve into how Fairchild is leveraging maker culture and technology to drive distributed research, citizen science, and environmental innovation. Through groundbreaking programs like the Growing Beyond Earth Innovation Studio – a partnership with NASA and Moonlighter FabLab, the Million Orchid Project, and the Fairchild Challenge, the Garden has become a national hub for community-powered science and STEM education. These initiatives harness the creativity of students, educators, and the public to solve real-world challenges—from growing food in space to restoring native ecosystems.
Whether you’re an educator, a maker, a scientist, or simply passionate about sustainability, this session will offer valuable insights into how we can all contribute to a greener future using the tools of science, collaboration, and innovation.
Dr. Carl E. Lewis
Director, Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden
Dr. Lewis has served as Director of Fairchild since 2008, providing strategic leadership for one of the world’s premier botanical gardens. Based in Coral Gables, Florida, he oversees operations spanning horticulture, scientific research, and nationally recognized education programs.
Don’t miss this chance to learn how emerging technologies and grassroots participation are transforming the future of botany, conservation, and space exploration.
Location: Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden – Corbin Building
Date: Sunday, May 4th, 2025
Time: 11:00 AM
Tickets and info: miami.makerfaire.com
Maker Link: https://miami.makerfaire.com/maker/entry/1529/
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