# Science Studio for Homeschoolers: Plant Fossils at Denver Botanic Gardens

> Event for families in the Denver–Aurora–Centennial area (CO). Times are Mountain Time.

- When: Mon, Nov 16
- Where: Denver Botanic Gardens York Street, 1007 York Street, Denver, CO 80206
- Ages: Families with children 7–12
- Price: $16 non-member child; $14 member child; one adult per child free
- Organizer: Denver Botanic Gardens
- Official page: https://www.botanicgardens.org/programs/science-studio-homeschoolers-plant-fossils
- Last checked: Fri, Oct 30

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## About

Families play paleobotanist, studying ancient plant fossils and how they form, then use mineral paints to replicate fossil patterns. Indoors, 60–90 minutes.

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