Foothills Speaker Series: The Story of Cacti
Join us for an evening exploring how cacti survive some of the harshest conditions on Earth, with Dr. Ken Sweat of Arizona State University.
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Cacti are a unique group of plants, covered in spines and built to survive some of the harshest conditions on Earth. Ken Sweat of Arizona State University explores the adaptations that let cacti thrive where most other plants can't, along with the diversity of form and habitat found across this large plant family.
Presented by Desert Foothills Land Trust and the Holland Center as part of the Foothills Speaker Series. Tuesday, October 6, 6 pm at the Holland Center. This event is free and open to the public, but registration is required due to limited seating. Learn more and register at dflt.org/speakerseries.
Location:
Holland Center, 34250 N 60th St, Scottsdale, AZ 85266
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Dates:
10/06/2026
Time:
6 pm
Price:
FREE
Ages
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