Funga Fair: A Mushroom Event Hosted by the Missouri Mycological Society

July 19, 2025

10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Missouri Botanical Garden > Jack C. Taylor Visitor Center > Lelia J. and David N. Farr Auditorium

Join members of the Missouri Mycological Society for a unique day of presentations, educational displays, and more celebrating mushrooms and fungi.

Presentations by renowned mycologist Britt Bunyard (2 p.m.) and Missouri Mycological Society's head of research Mike Snyder (noon). They'll be sharing all kinds of fun mushroom stories and factoids and both are sure to be memorable talks!
A specimen table where our mycologists will share details about a variety of species collected just for the event. It's sure to be an incredible display!
Microscope demonstrations from mycologists Kerri McCabe and Brian Looney, including the opportunity to take an even closer look at our fungal friends and their tiniest features.
Informational table with details about how to become a member, info about other upcoming events, publications and merchandise for sale.
Various educational displays, mushroom art, and kids' activities.
Local vendors, including fresh, gourmet mushrooms for sale. Mushrooms Naturally, Freckled Illustrations, Flourish Farmstead, Erbe Farms

Included with Garden admission

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