The Eastern Native Grasslands Symposium

The Eastern Native Grasslands Symposium is a biennial gathering aimed at fostering collaboration among a diverse community dedicated to the conservation and sustainable use of native grasslands in the eastern United States. This community comprises a wide array of participants, including restorationists, landscape architects, ecologists, landowners, forage producers, biologists, wildlife and pollinator enthusiasts, private consultants, government agencies, and seed and plant producers. The symposium serves as a vital platform for sharing cutting-edge scientific research, practical strategies, and success stories concerning native grasses, forbs, and wetland plants, thereby engaging professionals from various sectors including agriculture, ecology, landscape design, and wildlife conservation. Held at the James E. Bruce Convention Center in Hopkinsville, United States, the symposium emphasizes the importance of ecosystem health, biodiversity, and resilience. It creates an environment conducive to exchanging knowledge, fostering collaboration, and inspiring actionable initiatives toward the restoration and protection of one of the region's most threatened and ecologically significant landscapes. Attendees are encouraged to engage with one another, share insights, and work together to drive forward efforts that enhance the ecological integrity and sustainability of native grasslands.