The Society for Ethnobotany

Fostering research and education on the past, present, and future uses of plants by people.

Social Events


We have a number of exciting social events planned to facilitate networking at the conference!

Opening Reception

Opening Reception
Join us Sunday evening after our opening keynote lecture for an evening of great food, music, and a cash bar as we celebrate the kickoff to the conference!
Date: Sunday, June 4th. Location: ESC 4+5+6. Time: 6:45-10 PM. Ticket: Included for all in-person delegates.


Documentary Film Night

Documentary Film Night
Join us Monday evening for a Documentary Film night! We’ll have movie snacks and Q&A with the film directors!
Date: Monday, June 5th. Location: SOM Lobby and Rooms SOM 110 +SOM 130. Time: 7:30-9:30 PM. Ticket: Included for all in-person delegates.


Job Networking Event

Job Networking Event
Join us Tuesday afternoon for a Job Networking Event! Meet with representatives from various industries! Share opportunities and expand your network!
Date: Tuesday, June 6th. Location: Michael C. Carlos Museum, 3rd Floor, Ackerman Hall. Time: 5-6:30 PM. Ticket: Free, but event registration by May 18th required.


Student Social

Student Social
Calling all students and young professionals at the meeting! Join the SEB & SoE student committees at New Realm Brewing Company on Tuesday evening for networking and fun! The first drink is on us! Located on the iconic Atlanta Beltline near Ponce City Market, there is lots to see and do in the area. A shuttle bus will be provided to and from Emory and the event location.
Date: Tuesday, June 6th. Location: Meet at bus pickup site. Time: 8-10:30 PM. Ticket: Free, but event registration by May 18th required.


Bring Your Own Instrument Night of Music

Bring Your Own Instrument
Join us on Tuesday for an evening of music with friends and colleagues. Bring your own instrument or your voice to sing along.
Date: Tuesday, June 6th. Location: SOM 153A. Time: 8-10 PM. Ticket: Free to all in person delegates.


ADIE Dessert Night

ADIE Dessert Night
Join the Alliance for Diversity and Inclusion in Ethnobiology (ADIE) on Wednesday evening for dessert and discussion of an exciting topic: The art of belonging; Is data for the taking?; Art and ethnobiology; and Organizational decolonization. See the program details for more information.
Date: Wednesday, June 7th. Location: SOM lobby and breakout rooms (SOM 153A, 170A, 178P, 190P). Time: 7:30-10 PM. Ticket: Free, but event registration by May 18th required.


Atlanta Botanical Garden Visit, Cocktail Reception, and Banquet

Atlanta Botanical Garden Visit
Join us Thursday evening for a visit to the loveliest spot in the city of Atlanta! Established in 1976, the Atlanta Botanical Garden features renowned plant collections, beautiful displays and spectacular exhibitions. All delegates receive free entry to the garden for our social event. A cocktail reception and the final banquet will also be held at the garden following the tour, with tickets available at an extra charge.
Date: Thursday, June 8th. Location: Buses provided to/from the garden. Time: Buses depart at 4 PM and return at 7 PM, unless you stay for the ticketed Final Banquet event (buses return after the banquet at 10 PM). Ticket: Entry and transportation to/from the garden is free and included for all in-person delegates. Cocktail reception includes a cash bar. The final banquet and Distinguished Economic Botanist lecture is a ticketed event and will be held at the garden from 7-10 PM. Register for the banquet by May 18th.