8/25/2018 | Graham Cave State Park | Danville, MO
Missouri and the Eastern United States is home to several native North American grape species. Two Missouri species, vitis rupstris and vitis riparia, have been important in hybrid grape breeding and the development of rootstocks. They also played an important role in saving European grape production from the destructive grape vine root insect called phylloxera. Come and listen to Dean Volenberg, director of the Missouri Grape and Wine Institute at the University of Missouri, as he shares with you the stories of Missouri’s native, wild grape vines’ roles in wine history, and their use in modern-day viticulture. Meet at the picnic tables by the Graham Cave Trail trailhead in the lower parking lot.
Sun block and insect repellent are recommended.
Program time: 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Associated activities
- Interpretive Programs