Mass Aggie Seed Library
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- Pandemic Spring 2021 Mailing Seeds and Traveling Pop Up Seed Library Events
- Pandemic Spring 2020 Mailing Seeds to Patrons
- Seeds in the media
- Donating to the Mass Aggie Seed Library
- Biodiversity and Sustainability
- Fun With Seed Saving
Wish
A seed is a dream encased in hope.
Mass Aggie Seed Library Spring 2020 video
Mass Aggie Seed Library Logo
Gratitude
When visiting, make sure to leave a comment in the guest book.
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The Making of the Mass Aggie Seed Library
Hours and Directions
Science & Engineering Library Hours:
https://www.library.umass.edu/hours
Directions to UMass Amherst:
https://www.umass.edu/visitorsctr/directions
Parking
https://www.umass.edu/transportation/parking
Map of Campus
https://umts.github.io/ParkingMap/
Mass Aggie Seed Library - Images from our roots
Philip H. Smith with bags of vegetable seeds / Philip Henry Smith of the Class of 1897, became a Professor of Chemistry at the Hatch Experiment Station in the early 1900's. / UNIVERSITY PHOTOGRAPH COLLECTION
http://credo.library.umass.edu/search?q=agriculture&page=2&facets=
Fall 2024 Workshops
Seed Frenzy Workshops are on pause. In the meantime, these seed and sustainability workshops might be of interest:
SEL Science Fun Night: Trash to Treasure!
Wednesday, 2 October 2024, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Make handy and beautiful reusable pouches from everyday trash! Simple sustainability! All materials will be provided for this in-person workshop. Sign up required. Limited to 15 attendees.
SEL Science Fun Night: Trash to Treasure! - UMass Libraries LibCal - University of Massachusetts Amherst
SEL Science Fun Night: Corn Husk Dolls
Wednesday, 13 November 2024, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Celebrate National American Indian Heritage Month (November) by making a corn husk doll. All materials will be provided for this in-person workshop. We will make two dolls, one honoring a traditional method, and one more decorated.
Corn Husk Dolls - UMass Libraries LibCal - University of Massachusetts Amherst
Getting ready for Spring 2024
Over 1,250 new and donated seed packets have been added to the Cabinet of Goodness beginning early March, with some 300+ patrons taking seeds.
As you dream, plan, and grow, learn from these linked resources:
- "Rise and Shine" series of seed-starting videos from Fruition Seeds
- Freed Seed Federation Seed School Series.
- The Seed Growers Podcast by Dan Brisebois.
Spring 2024 Nature Community Photo Exhibit
Mass Aggie Seed Library and the International Programs Office
Spring 2024 Nature Community Photo Exhibit
Share your love of plants, gardens, and landscapes by submitting a photo.
Near or far, something plant, garden, or landscape themed.
Exhibit begins Monday, 6 March 2024. Reception Friday, 19 April 1-3pm
Questions contact Paulina Borrego pborrego@library.umass.edu
Mass Aggie Seed Library
The Mass Aggie Seed Library is housed in the Science & Engineering Library located in the Lederle Graduate Research Center Lowrise at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. The Seed Library is open for all to use on a self-service, non-mediated basis during the hours the Science & Engineering Library is open.
Visit
Are you coming to visit the Mass Aggie Seed Library for the first time from off-campus?
The Science & Engineering Library is open Monday - Friday, and Sunday's. Please feel free to contact me for a personal tour. The seed library is completely self-serve and non-mediated. And please remember to sign the guest book!
Science & Engineering Library is located in the Lederle Lowrise on the very north end of campus.
Spring 2023
What’s new in the Mass Aggie Seed Library Spring 2024?
New things you might notice:
Some drawers are labeled by family
The card catalog seed drawers are a bit messy (overflowing with goodness)
Separate drawers with mystery seeds labeled "Who Knows"
With patrons returning donated seeds in a variety of packaging, the seed envelope sizes are uneven, and therefore, the seed drawers are a bit messy to accommodate the variety of envelope sizes.
"Who Knows" contains those seeds that do not meet our mission of organic, open-pollinated seeds, items donated with unclear labeling, or those seeds out of date. Instead of throwing them away, we offer them this understanding as a way to learn about seed issues. Be Curious - ask us why they are separated from the other seeds! What makes them different?
Mass Aggie Seed Library Seed Donation Form
Mass Aggie Seed Library - Located in the University of Massachusetts Amherst Science & Engineering Library
- Last Updated: Oct 28, 2024 1:38 PM
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