The Ornamental Plant Germplasm Center (OPGC) participated in the Family Friday: Buckeye Spring Science Fair on March 13, 2026. Hosted by The Ohio State University Alumni Association, the event brought families together for hands-on science and discovery. At the OPGC station, visitors created colorful pipe cleaner flower rings while learning about pollination and plant conservation. This interactive activity offered an accessible way to connect creativity with scientific concepts, highlighting the vital role of pollinators and the importance of preserving plant genetic diversity. Events like this provide valuable opportunities for OPGC to engage with the community and share its mission of conserving ornamental plant germplasm and promoting awareness of plant biodiversity.