News

Symphony in the Park is Sept. 7

Saturday August 02, 2008
Ashley Cleveland, three time Grammy winner to perform(continue...)

Thank you Earth Flag team

Saturday July 26, 2008
AmeriCorps members complete 2007-08 service year(continue...)

Ijams' members being surveyed

Saturday June 21, 2008
Input needed for lang-range plans(continue...)

Waste audit produces surprises

Saturday June 14, 2008
Too much recyclable/reusable items thrown away(continue...)

Recycle old computers at Yard Sale

Saturday June 07, 2008
Saturday, June 14, 8 AM to 2 PM at Ijams(continue...)

Drainpipe turbine wins award

Saturday May 31, 2008
Best conservation project sponsored by Ijams(continue...)

Summer camp begins soon

Saturday May 24, 2008
Marking 85th year of camp at Ijams(continue...)

Arbor Day celebrated; tree planted

Saturday May 17, 2008
Local student wins statewide poster contest(continue...)

Quarry Overlook gets new marker

Saturday May 03, 2008
KBX Group, Inc. sponsor interpretative sign(continue...)

River Rescue has profound impact

Saturday April 26, 2008
Special thanks to this year's sponsors(continue...)

Spectra Energy volunteers resources

Monday April 21, 2008
Bulldozer and crew cut new trail at quarry(continue...)

North by Northwestern

Saturday April 05, 2008
Students spend spring break volunteering at Ijams(continue...)

Shoreline clean-up benefits wildlife

Saturday March 15, 2008
19th River Rescue is an all volunteer effort(continue...)

Bird related items in shop

Saturday March 08, 2008
Take care of the birds this spring(continue...)

Visitor Center reopens on Sundays

Saturday March 01, 2008
'Museum Sundays' new activity for kids(continue...)

Recent changes make more plastics recyclable

Saturday February 09, 2008
Recycle all plastics numbered 1 through 7(continue...)

Community support around the park

Thursday January 24, 2008
Special thanks to all who donated time and money(continue...)

Ijams as a 300-acre park soon a reality

Saturday December 01, 2007
Imerys Marble properity will add 103 acres(continue...)

Quarry restoration receives 'Orchid Award'

Saturday November 24, 2007
Presented by Keep Knoxville Beautiful(continue...)

Do your holiday shopping in Ijams Museum Store

Saturday November 10, 2007
Enjoy the park, shop in peace(continue...)

Binoculars available in Ijams Museum Shop

Saturday November 03, 2007
UT 'sport-nocs' great for Vols fan(continue...)

Lyn to visit radio's 'Garden Girls'

Saturday October 13, 2007
Talk about Ijams, birds and his book(continue...)

The enduring legacy of Earl O. Henry

Saturday October 06, 2007
Prints and note cards available in the Ijams store.(continue...)

Symphony-in-the-Park big success

Monday September 10, 2007
Sherri Lee honored, David Keith sings(continue...)

Retired & Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP)

Saturday August 04, 2007
Ijams very thankful for all volunteers(continue...)

Ijams, UT staff visit International Crane Foundation

Saturday July 28, 2007
Crane husbandry is topic of delegation's visit(continue...)

Stars come out for Symphony in the Park

Saturday July 14, 2007
David Keith is guest artist, Sherri Lee to be honored(continue...)

Ijams' Prius gets eye-popping 'blue-sky' makeover

Saturday July 07, 2007
Education vehicle promotes the hybrid technology(continue...)

Rainforest Jewelry: New in the Ijams museum shop

Saturday June 30, 2007
A great place to shop with no hassle(continue...)

Nature Day Camp still has openings

Saturday June 23, 2007
Summer sessions run June 11 through July 27(continue...)

Annual Earth Flag Banquet celebrates school year

Saturday June 23, 2007
Awards given for a job well done(continue...)

Ijams stonework carries on rich tradition

Thursday May 31, 2007
Volunteer's build walls with native stone(continue...)

Environmental Education Internships

Wednesday May 30, 2007
Internship opportunities for 2007-08(continue...)

WaterFest attracts over 900 students

Saturday May 26, 2007
Annual event hosted by Water Quality Forum and other partners (continue...)

Annual Yard Sale is Saturday, June 9.

Sunday May 20, 2007
Donations needed. Free pick up. Call Todd 577-4717, ext. 30.(continue...)

Symphony in the Park set for Sunday, September 9

Saturday May 19, 2007
Silent and live auction items needed. Call Pam 577-4717, ext. 31(continue...)

Living Clean & Green does 500th program

Saturday May 12, 2007
Sponsored by Knox County Air Quality Management and the Alcoa Foundation and WBIR Channel 10.(continue...)

River Rescue, shoreline cleanup, draws 750 volunteers

Saturday May 05, 2007
Sponsored by Sea Ray Boats, First Tennessee and T.W.R.A.(continue...)

UT Press publishes Lyn’s first book

Saturday April 21, 2007
Book signing at Ijams Saturday, May 5(continue...)

Ijams to host two free teacher workshops

Saturday April 07, 2007
Get in-service credit this June and July(continue...)

Quarry restoration continues with topsoil grant

Saturday March 31, 2007
Native warm season grasses planted(continue...)

Ijams attends crane festival in Port Aransas

Saturday March 31, 2007
Annual event draws thousands(continue...)

Notable Trees of Tennessee at Ijams

Saturday March 24, 2007
Photography Exhibit in Visitor Center through April 30(continue...)

Spring Plant Sale set for Saturday, April 14

Saturday March 17, 2007
Features native plants, crafts and live music(continue...)

Local scouts clean up Stanton Cemetery

Monday March 12, 2007
Staff, volunteers restore historic site at Ijams Mead's Quarry(continue...)

18th River Rescue is Saturday, March 31

Saturday March 10, 2007
Volunteers clean area shorelines along Tennessee River(continue...)

Crane champion Archibald, author Cokinos visit

Saturday March 03, 2007
Special guests welcomed at nature center(continue...)

New summer camp brochure available

Saturday February 24, 2007
New sessions offered in 2007(continue...)

Monthly newsletter gets new look for spring

Saturday February 17, 2007
Members' newsletter gets fresh, new look(continue...)

New volunteer program begins at Ijams

Monday January 22, 2007
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Winter Blooms

Tuesday January 16, 2007
Do you make a habit of visiting Ijams in the spring to see all of the beautiful blooms? Try it in the winter! Read here to learn what you might see.(continue...)

From the Ground Up: Ijams in Winter

Monday January 08, 2007
Don't let the cold keep you cooped up. There are beautiful things to see at Ijams. Read about some of them here.(continue...)

Living Clean & Green! gets a polishing

Tuesday January 02, 2007
Join us for First Friday on Market Square for the re-launch of Ijams' Living Clean & Green programs! Read about it here!(continue...)

Ijams takes a technological step forward

Tuesday January 02, 2007
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Show Us Your Mussels

Friday December 15, 2006
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Ijams Gift Shop is a Great Place to do Holiday Shopping

Wednesday December 13, 2006
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From the Ground, Up: Ijams Get WHIPped Into Shape

Friday December 08, 2006
From the Ground Up is the monthly contribution from Ijams' Park Manager. It's a look at what's really going on at the park.(continue...)

Ijams Nature Center Achievements, 2006

Friday December 01, 2006
As the year draws to a close it is a good time to look back and reflect on Ijams Nature Center’s achievements this past calendar year. (continue...)

The Wild Turkey

Tuesday November 14, 2006
Read an interesting and brief history of the bird that's become a major part of an American tradition.(continue...)

Ijams Is a Stop On the Appalachian Quilt Trail

Tuesday November 07, 2006
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Good News for Volunteers!

Monday November 06, 2006
Soon, we'll be revamping our volunteer program to improve our perks. Read all about it here.(continue...)

The Long-Term Future of Ijams Nature Center

Wednesday November 01, 2006
Read what's going on at Ijams now that will help us become even better in the future!(continue...)

Job Opening: Development Officer

Monday October 23, 2006
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Camouflage: The Natural Alternative to Being Eaten

Monday October 16, 2006
Animals have many methods of adaptation and survival. Read about one that humans have borrowed!(continue...)

Great Deals in the Gift Shop

Monday October 16, 2006
From October 17 until November 18 members and current volunteers will receive double the usual gift shop discount. Read on...(continue...)

From the Ground Up: The Story of the Land

Tuesday October 03, 2006
As it turns out, people have been appreciating the beauty of Ijams for much longer than you might think. Read here to see for yourself.(continue...)

The Importance of Native Plants

Monday October 02, 2006
Ijams' Fall Native Plant Sale and Garden Festival is on Sunday, October 15 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Read this article to learn why using native plants in your garden is so important.(continue...)

Time for School Holiday Camp at Ijams

Monday October 02, 2006
Ijams offers School Holiday Camps on many of the days on which Knox County Schools are closed for holidays or in-service. Read here to learn more about it.(continue...)

Constellations in our Night Sky

Thursday August 31, 2006
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It's August: Pirates and Assassins - Oh My!

Friday August 25, 2006
Read about one of the meanest looking bugs at Ijams!(continue...)

From the Ground Up: The History of Stanton Cemetery

Monday August 21, 2006
From the Ground up is a monthly article that gets "right to the root" of Ijams Nature Center.(continue...)

Ijams Opens New Exhibits

Thursday August 17, 2006
Read all about how your Ijams experience will be even more exciting!(continue...)

Speaking of Spiders

Monday July 24, 2006
Ever thought of a spider as cute, clever or complicated? This might help.(continue...)

From the Ground Up: How to Use Water Wisely

Monday July 17, 2006
Read here to learn how to make the most of a rainy day.(continue...)

Humans and Wildlife Must Share Their Homes

Monday July 10, 2006
As we encroach on green spaces in order to build our homes contact with wildlife becomes more likely. Read about it here.(continue...)

The Longest Day

Thursday June 15, 2006
The Summer Solstice is on June 21. Read all about its history and significance.(continue...)

From the Ground Up: Younglife and Ijams

Thursday June 08, 2006
From the Ground Up is a monthly contribution from Ijams' Park Manager. It provides a view behind the scenes at the nature center.(continue...)

Heres to a Clutter Free World

Thursday June 01, 2006
Ijams' Reduce, Reuse, Recycle Rummage Sale (Jun 10) will benefit our environment in many ways. Here's a story about one of them.(continue...)

There is Much to Learn Through Myrmecology

Friday May 19, 2006
More than you ever thought you'd learn about ants and their lives.(continue...)

From the Ground Up: Unplug the Kids

Monday May 15, 2006
Read here to learn how to beat Nature Deficit Disorder!(continue...)

Self Discovery of an Ornithologist at Heart

Thursday May 11, 2006
Executive Director Paul James lends some insight into the life of an amateur ornithologist.(continue...)

Ijams Holds Another Successful River Rescue

Tuesday May 09, 2006
Read what we hauled out of the muck this time!(continue...)

What's Behind a Cloud

Monday April 24, 2006
Spring is a great time of year to lie back in the grass and enjoy some beautiful cloud formations. Read here to learn how to interpret what you see.(continue...)

The Reduce, Reuse, Recycle Rummage Sale and Why We Call it That

Monday April 17, 2006
Learn how you can do your part for your enviroment and Ijams Nature Center by taking part in the Sixth Annual Reduce, Reuse, Recycle Rummage Sale.(continue...)

Artfully Ijams will Open Soon

Monday April 03, 2006
This month Ijams will host Artfully Ijams, the first ever nature and wildlife art show at the Nature Center. Artwork by local and regional artists, which was juried by a panel of local art experts, will be on public display throughout the Visitor Center April 7-29. Read more about it here!(continue...)

From the Ground Up: Why Exotic Plants are Harmful

Monday April 03, 2006
This monthly article, contributed by Ijams' Park Manager, lends insight into what's really going on at Ijams.(continue...)

Come Take a Walk at Ijams

Thursday March 16, 2006
If you're looking for company on your stroll or someone to tell you what you can find on a walk on our trails, read this story.(continue...)

Winter Olympic Pins Support Ijams' Bid for Cranes

Thursday January 19, 2006
This is a truly unique way you can support Ijams in our efforts to acquire non-releasable whooping cranes. Read more and download a sponsorship form...click here! (continue...)

Artfully Ijams: Spring 2006 Nature Art Show and Auction

Monday January 09, 2006
Ijams is planning a brand new event; we want you to take part! Read here for more information or to download your Artist's Entry Form.(continue...)

Provide for the Birds and You'll Reap the Rewards

Monday January 02, 2006
Here are some helpful tips to help you attract lots of colorful visitors to your yard.(continue...)

Another Volunteer Year Draws to a Close

Friday December 30, 2005
Volunteer Coordinator Patti Brown thanks Ijams' devoted volunteers in this year-end article.(continue...)

From the Ground Up: Recycle Your Tree at Ijams

Monday December 26, 2005
Whether you're considering taking your tree to the dump or just might leave it up until St. Patrick's day, read this.(continue...)

The Benefits and Beauty of Evergreens

Thursday December 22, 2005
Evergreens make beautiful Christmas trees. Read all about the benefits of planting them in your yard.(continue...)

Last Chance to Register for School Holiday Camp!

Friday December 16, 2005
This year, give your kids something fun to do on their Winter break!(continue...)

Junior Naturalists Have a Blast and Learn a Lot at Ijams!

Thursday November 24, 2005
By taking part in Ijams' Junior Naturalist Program, kids can learn what it's like to be an Ijams naturalist.(continue...)

The Movements of Migration

Thursday November 17, 2005
You've heard that birds fly south for the winter, but there's much more to it than that. Read here to learn what migration really means.(continue...)

From the Ground Up: What Fall Brings to Ijams

Thursday November 10, 2005
Read here to learn what's really going on at Ijams.(continue...)

What's in Store for Ijams Members this Winter?

Thursday November 03, 2005
Read a little about what Ijams members have been up to...and what's planned for them in the future.(continue...)

Ijam Bird Seed for Sale!

Thursday November 03, 2005
The coming winter means hungry birds! Keep your back yard buddies well fed with Ijams seed, for sale now in the Visitor Center.(continue...)

From the Ground Up: Ijams' Energy Efficient Cooling System

Wednesday October 26, 2005
Read here to get a behind the scenes look at what goes on at Ijams.(continue...)

Why the Leaves Change Color in the Fall

Wednesday October 19, 2005
Ever stop to wonder what's going on around you when the weather starts to turn a little colder? Read on...(continue...)

Sometimes You Feel Like a Nut, Sometimes You Don't

Monday October 17, 2005
There are lots of nuts at Ijams Nature Center! Read why we love 'em.(continue...)

From the Ground Up: The History of Mead's Quarry

Thursday October 13, 2005
Click here to read the real story behind Ijams Nature Center.(continue...)

Knox County Schools Fall Break Means Fun at Ijams!

Thursday October 13, 2005
Read about how your child can take advantage of Ijams' School Holiday Camps. (continue...)

Ijams has a New Outreach Coordinator

Wednesday August 31, 2005
Read here to learn about our new staff member and the work he will do as Outreach Coordinator.(continue...)

Catch the Volunteer Spirit this Fall at Ijams

Monday August 22, 2005
Read here to find out how to become an Ijams Volunteer Naturalist. Adventure awaits!(continue...)

The American Goldfinch

Monday August 15, 2005
This article discusses some interesting facts about this colorful bird, including some tips on how to attract them to your yard.(continue...)

From the Ground Up

Monday August 08, 2005
A monthly article by Ed Yost, Ijams' Park Manager. Read here to learn what's really going on at Ijams.(continue...)

Volunteer Opportunities at Ijams Abound

Monday August 01, 2005
Ijams relies on its volunteers to put on events, offer programs and otherwile fulfill its mission. We can always use your help . Read about some of the things volunteers at Ijams can do.(continue...)

Social Insects

Tuesday July 12, 2005
Social insects are considered humanlike in the way they work together to live. Read about several types of insects that rely on cooperation for survival.(continue...)

Be A Wild One for Ijams this Summer!

Friday July 01, 2005
Read about fun to be had at Bug Night, plus how you can support Ijams by cooling off with a free Icee at Burger King!(continue...)