Many specimens were collected over Dr. Sharsmith’s long career as a university professor and natural history ranger at Yosemite National Park. The herbarium is actively curated and a member of the Consortium of California Herbaria. Most of the specimens are California natives, with a focus on plants found in the Bay Area and the Sierra Nevada.

As part of the visit, you will have a chance to view notable specimens in the collection as well as view taxa that may be of special interest to attendees. You will also have a hands- on opportunity to learn how to mount and preserve specimens, and learn about the process of imaging them and adding them to the herbarium’s collection.

This is a CNPS members-only tour. Please be sure your CNPS membership is current. Space is limited to 20, and RSVP is required to join us for the tour; no drop-ins please. To register or for more information, please email Dee Himes at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. A detailed email will be sent to you a few days before the tour.