

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: WVHPG Educational Speaker Program Tuesday, 12 May 2026
- **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 12 May, 2026 at 07:00 pm – Tue, 12 May, 2026 at 09:00 pm (-07:00)
- **Event Description**: Join us on Tuesday, 12 May 2026 at 7:00 pm in the Unitarian Universalist Church in Eugene, 1685 W 13th Ave, Eugene OR 97402, to listen to Dave Hedberg, Outdoor History Consulting. He will be presenting "Heritage Trees in Oregon History".

Oregon has a rich history connected to its trees. Dave Hedberg specializes in tracing the history of Oregon through its storied trees and bringing this history to light. From ancient Oak and Pine forests to rare botanical specimens, Oregon’s history can be found in living trees across the state. Dave will share some of his research and a short film about Heritage Trees in Oregon History.

Dave Hedberg has an MA in history from Portland State University and is the owner of Outdoor History Consulting, a small firm specializing in documentary film and public history. He has produced award winning programs and publications for PBS and the National Park Service and is currently a filmmaker in residence with NW Documentary.

Program Location: The in-person meetings and speaker programs take place at the Unitarian Universalist Church at 1685 W 13th Ave, Eugene OR 97402. 

Entrance is on the east side of the building and there is ample parking in the parking lots, which can be accessed from both Chambers St or W 13th Ave, with additional parking in the adjacent Looking Glass Center parking lot. Please do not park under their covered entry way. Overflow parking is also available in the first 20 spaces on the east and south side of Redeemer Fellowship Church just across Chambers St to the west. For location and parking information see our website at: www.thehardyplantgroup.org/contact

Meetings begin at 7:00 PM, but the doors open at 6:30 PM for botanical sample browsing, refreshments, and socializing. We meet the second Tuesday of the month, September through November, and January through May. The public is invited to attend our meetings. Admission is free for members and $5 for non-members.

This program will also be broadcast live via a Zoom webinar, if you are unable to attend in person, to all members of WVHPG. If you are not a member and would like to view this webinar please see our "About" page on our website to learn how to join. www.thehardyplantgroup.org/about
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/eugene/wvhpg-educational-speaker-program-tuesday-12-may-2026/200028874302920
- **Event Categories**: workshops, meetups, entertainment, virtual, webinar
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 10

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Eugene
- **state**: OR
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Unitarian Universalist Church in Eugene
- **lat**: 44.04589
- **long**: -123.11735
- **full address**: Unitarian Universalist Church in Eugene, 1685 W 13th Ave, Eugene, OR 97402-3743, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is WVHPG Educational Speaker Program Tuesday, 12 May 2026 being held?
  - **A:** WVHPG Educational Speaker Program Tuesday, 12 May 2026 takes place on Tue, 12 May, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Tue, 12 May, 2026 at 09:00 pm at Unitarian Universalist Church in Eugene, 1685 W 13th Ave, Eugene, OR 97402-3743, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing WVHPG Educational Speaker Program Tuesday, 12 May 2026?
  - **A:** WVHPG Educational Speaker Program Tuesday, 12 May 2026 is organized by Willamette Valley Hardy Plant Group.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** WVHPG Educational Speaker Program Tuesday, 12 May 2026 is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Eugene, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If WVHPG Educational Speaker Program Tuesday, 12 May 2026 sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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