Special Events
Events
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Take the Level Up Challenge at the Maryville Music Series
Maryville Greenbelt Amphitheater 325 Court Circle, Maryville, TN, United StatesStop by the Tremont booth during the concert series to play our in-person Level Up Challenge game. This all-ages activity invites you to slow down, look closely, and explore the natural world around you. Complete the challenge during the concert and earn a prize on-site.
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America 250 – Take the History Challenge
Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United StatesExplore the Smokies through a new lens with this self-guided, choose-your-own-adventure experience from Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont. Pick up your challenge sheet in Tremont’s Visitor Center and set out to discover the stories woven into Walker Valley – from the people throughout history who have called this place home, to the plants, animals, and landscapes that continue to shape it today.
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Virtual Naturalist Week
At Tremont, we aim to give learners of all ages the tools and understanding needed to appreciate nature in their own neighborhoods. You’re invited to take part in Naturalist Week, a virtual event designed to help more people connect with nature, wherever they are.
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The Big Day (From Wherever You Are!)
Explore your own park or neighborhood to see how many living things you can find. For every observation shared, Brandon Everhart, The Bearded Realtor, will donate a dollar to support Tremont’s environmental education programs (up to $1,000 – our biggest Big Day goal yet!)
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Naturalist Week Picnic at Knoxville Botanical Garden
Knoxville Botanical Garden and Arboretum 2743 Wimpole Avenue, Knoxville, TN, United StatesCelebrate the wrap-up of Tremont’s Virtual Naturalist Week with a relaxed, family-friendly BYO picnic at Knoxville Botanical Garden and Arboretum!
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Bird Banding – Public Community Science Day
Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United StatesShadow Tremont's experienced community science volunteers to learn more about local bird populations. This event is free, but registration is required and donations are encouraged.
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Bird Banding – Public Community Science Day
Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United StatesShadow Tremont's experienced community science volunteers to learn more about local bird populations. This event is free, but registration is required and donations are encouraged.
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Plein Air Smokies
Join us for a week of creativity and color as 20 nationally acclaimed plein air artists paint the Great Smoky Mountains and the surrounding region.
