

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Laurel Circle Lecture Series: Dr. W. John Kress
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 14 May, 2026 at 04:30 pm – Thu, 14 May, 2026 at 08:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: Join us for the Laurel Circle Lecture Series: with Dr. W. John Kress, Smithsonian Distinguished Scientist and Curator Emeritus.About this EventDr. W. John Kress is Distinguished Scientist and Curator Emeritus at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of Natural History. He was Curator of Botany for over thirty years and formerly served as the Interim Under Secretary for Science at the Smithsonian and Director of Science in the Grand Challenges Consortia at the institution.4:30pm - 5:30pm (open to the public): Self-Guided WalkExplore the landscape at your own pace during this self-guided walk, where Dr. Kress and members of the Mount Auburn Horticulture Team will be stationed at select points to share insights, answer questions, and engage in informal conversation. Enjoy peak foliage among our collection of 5,000+ trees. 5:30pm - 6:30pm (ticketed): Reception and Book SigningEnjoy a reception in the Bigelow Chapel Glass Wing, as well as the opportunity to get a copy of Smithsonian Trees of North America signed by Dr. Kress. Books must be purchased in advance through this Eventbrite page - available as an add-on.6:30pm - 8:00pm (ticketed): Keynote lecture and Q&amp;ADr. Kress will deliver a keynote lecture followed by a Q&amp;A with members of the Mount Auburn Horticulture Team.Tickets:$25 member, $50 non-member.Lecture sponsorships available. Sponsorship levels:$2,500- Presenting SponsorBenefits- name in title of event, logo/losting recognition on all print and digital material, digital ad, 20 tickets to the event, opportunity to speak before the performance beginsFMV $600, tax deductible portion $1,900$1,000- Mighy Oak SponsorBenefits- logo/listing on all print and digital material, digital ad, 12 tickets to the eventFMV- $350, tax decuctible portion $650$500- Acorn SponsorBenefits- logo/listing on all print and digital material, 8 tickets to the eventFMV- $350, tax deductible portion $250$250- Root SponsorLogo/listing on digital materials, 4 tickets to the eventFMV- $100, tax decuctible portion $150For questions about this event, please contact Caroline Hutchinson at chutchinson@mountauburn.org....Experience a deeper connection to Mount Auburn Cemetery with free or discounted access to all our public programs and special events by joining the . Our robust roster of programs each year is made possible by the generous support of our donors and in part by the .For inquiries about accessibility, to request an accommodation, or if you have any questions about your membership, please contact .
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- **Ticket Price Range**: min: 28.11, max: 2661.5, currency: USD

## Event venue details

- **city**: Cambridge
- **state**: MA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Mount Auburn Cemetery
- **lat**: 42.375208
- **long**: -71.14497349999999
- **full address**: Mount Auburn Cemetery, 580 Mount Auburn St, Cambridge, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Thu, 14 May, 2026 at 04:30 pm (-04:00)
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** Mount Auburn Cemetery, 580 Mount Auburn St, Cambridge, United States
- **Q**: What is the ticket price?
  - **A:** starting from 28.11 up to 2661.5 USD
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Mount Auburn Cemetery
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Laurel Circle Lecture Series: Dr. W. John Kress ?
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