National Wildlife Visitor Center (map and directions) 301-497-5580
Activities for families including live animals, children's activities, nature hikes, tram tours,and displays available all day.
9:45 am - 11:00 am: Public Ceremony with dignitaries honoring Rachel Carson
11:30 am - 12:00 pm: Presentation by Mr. Jim Fowler -- Award-Winning Zoologist, TV Personality, and Wildlife Educator
Rachel Carson Council Silver Spring, MD, 301-593-7507
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm: Open House with speakers and refreshments at Rachel Carson's home where she lived and wrote Silent Spring. Call (301-593-7507) for directions.