2009 Earth Day celebration
The 15th annual Earth Day celebration will be held on Friday, April 24, 2009, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m at the Missouri State Capitol south lawn.
This year's theme is Living Green.
A look at Earth Day activities
The Department of Natural Resources sponsors and hosts the event at the Capitol each
year. Activities include information booths,
games and displays about the environment. Many other state and federal
agencies participate through educational displays and exhibits.
Activities for the event are tailored to fifth-graders, but all ages are welcome.
The nation's very first Earth Day was held in 1970 and led to the creation of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
Earth Day Information for Teachers and Students
Coming soon!
Agencies Participating in Earth Day
Missouri Department of Natural Resources - Host agency
Air Pollution Control Program
Division of Geology and Land Survey
Energy Center
Environmental Emergency Response
Hazardous Waste Program
Land Reclamation Program
Missouri State Parks
Soil and Water Conservation Program
Solid Waste Management Program
Water Protection Program
2008 Earth Day Photos
The huge crowd at the Earth Day celebration in
Jefferson City
participate with students competing in the Environmental Survivor game.
