# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Origins of Consciousness with Dr. Dennis McKenna
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 26 Jun, 2026 at 12:00 am – Fri, 26 Jun, 2026 at 01:30 am
- **Event Description**: Join us for our next installment in the Psychedelics in Therapeutics educational series, featuring renowned ethnopharmacologist and researcher Dennis McKenna, PhD. 

In this lecture, Dr. McKenna will share perspectives on the origins of human consciousness, including discussion of the widely debated Stoned Ape Theory.

This session will offer a thoughtful, research-informed look at the intersection of:

- Human evolution and cognition
- Plant compounds and cultural history
- Consciousness and perception

Event Details
? Thursday, June 25
? 7:00 PM CST
? Urban Apothecary, Batavia, IL (limited seating)
? Live via Zoom 
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89695630780?pwd=4tM5djxcGhHXrcdbsS9533VKIDls91.1

 Meeting ID: 896 9563 0780

Passcode: 438137


Format:
• 1-hour lecture
• Live Q&A to follow

We look forward to gathering in community for another meaningful conversation.

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This event is designed to be accessible, reflective, and welcoming to curious newcomers, seasoned practitioners, and anyone interested in the evolving conversation around consciousness and care. Expect insight, nuance, and space for meaningful questions.

? Who This Event Is For

- Community members curious to learn from founding fathers
- Educators, therapists, and wellness practitioners
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/batavia-illinois/origins-of-consciousness-with-dr-dennis-mckenna/200030111552405
- **Event Categories**: meetups, health-wellness
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 6

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Batavia, Illinois
- **location**: Online event
- **full address**: Online event, 104 1st St, Batavia, IL 60510-2453, United States, Batavia, Illinois

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Origins of Consciousness with Dr. Dennis McKenna being held?
  - **A:** Origins of Consciousness with Dr. Dennis McKenna takes place on Fri, 26 Jun, 2026 at 12:00 am to Fri, 26 Jun, 2026 at 01:30 am at Online event, 104 1st St, Batavia, IL 60510-2453, United States, Batavia, Illinois.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Origins of Consciousness with Dr. Dennis McKenna?
  - **A:** Origins of Consciousness with Dr. Dennis McKenna is organized by Urban Apothecary.

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