Your Support Makes This Event Possible!
The Native Plant Expo & Marketplace is brought to you by the Washtenaw County Conservation District, and is made possible through generous community support, including our local county millage, event sponsors, the Spring Native Plant pre-sale, Early Bird tickets sales, T-shirt sales, and vendor participation.
But with rising costs and uncertain federal funding, we need your help to keep this event growing strong.
If you love this event, please consider making a donation!
Every dollar you give helps us:
- Host free educational workshops and resources
- Provide pollinator-friendly plant giveaways
- Keep this unique event free and accessible to all
- Support conservation across Southeast Michigan
Free Native Seed Packets & Milkweed!
Stop by the Washtenaw County Conservation District table in Shed A to claim a free packet of native wildflower seeds and learn more about conservation districts!
Visit Shed F for free milkweed and other native plants!
Fill out this form to get your free plants!
2026 Board Elections and Annual Meeting
Board Candidate Info and How To Vote:
In-person voting and the election will take place during the Annual Meeting on June 6, 2026 from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. in Shed A The Annual Meeting will consist of a key note speaker, a brief review of WCCD's accomplishments in 2025, and the Board of Director Elections. Candidates seeking election to the Board of Directors are Shannon Brines and Jill Dohner, both of whom reside in Webster Township. To vote, be sure to bring proof of residency
Eligibility:
Residents of legal age (i.e. 18 years and older) who can demonstrate residency in the Conservation District (Washtenaw County) by one (1) piece of identification are eligible to vote in this election. Acceptable forms of ID include: voter registration card, driver’s license, or other picture ID, indicating a local address, or a tax bill in their name with a principal residence exemption listed.
No Dogs, please! (sorry)
For the safety and sanitation of all event attendees, we do not allow dogs inside the sheds during the event. Licensed service animals allowed. We'll ask you and your animal to leave immediately, if there's any issue due to their presence.
Kids' Activities - Shed B!
Families with kids are welcome to enjoy nature activities, music, face painting, and event passports (make your way around collecting stamps to win a prize)! Start the fun in Shed B.
Event Shirts for Sale in Shed F at Customer Service
Limited edition Native Plant Expo T-shirts available only during the event!
Get yours early—only 100 shirts available!
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS
This event would not be possible without the incredible support of our partners.
