Aztec Floating Gardens

World of Water

Are you curious about how people farmed centuries ago? Then you will really enjoy this program. Participants will be introduced to an ancient Aztec agriculture farming method and learn about the importance of sustainable farming. Participants will get to make their own floating garden to take home. 

For kids in grades 2–5. This program will involve water beads, so children must be over the age of 6 years old to participate.

This program will require an event pass to attend. Event passes are free and available to participants on the day of the program. They will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis starting 30 minutes before the event start time. 

About the Presenter: Forsyth County Department of Water and Sewer’s mission is to provide Forsyth County with the highest quality of water and sewer service through progressive leadership and environmental stewardship. The Department serves 200,000 Forsyth County residents and currently operates five wastewater plants and one water treatment plant. Community Outreach Specialist Nishat Sial will be leading the educational programming on behalf of the Department and is excited to partner with Forsyth County Public Libraries to share water conservation practices to protect this critical resources.

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