Disease Vector Education Center

Friday, 2/20 at 9:30am

Free | RSVP Required
Guests Welcome (all ages)

Overview: We will meet at the Disease Vector Education Center for a group orientation and then explore the interactive exhibits. Afterwards, anyone who is interested can go next door to the St Johns County Cooperative Extension Demonstration Garden for a walk through the native plant garden. There is no cost for this activity, however the Vector Center does accept donations.

About the Disease Vector Education Center: Explore the fascinating world of mosquitoes and other disease vectors through interactive exhibits, pinned and live specimens, and hands-on activities. Learn about mosquito habitats, life cycles, disease history, and cutting-edge control technologies. See our world class entomology exhibits and have fun while discovering the role of public health in combating these disease vectors. Learn more on their website.

About the Demonstration Garden: UF/IFAS Extension's demonstration gardens showcase plants and sustainable gardening techniques appropriate to local areas and provide learning opportunities for home gardeners and landscape professionals on design, planting and maintenance procedures. Learn more on their website.

Location Details

Disease Vector Education Center
120 EOC Drive
St. Augustine, FL 32092

St. Johns County Extension Arboretum
3125 Agricultural Center Dr.
St. Augustine, FL 32092