The Fascinating World of Fungi

Published on October 1, 2026

Geological Lecture Hall
24 Oxford St.
Cambridge
Thu., Oct. 1, 2026, 6 – 7 p.m.

Collection of mushrooms of various shape and color

From mushroom tattoos and T-shirt graphics to fungal-infused coffee, gummies, and nutritional supplements promising physical and spiritual well-being, fungi are having a cultural moment. Despite their growing popularity, fungi remain mysterious and misunderstood. Drawing from his new book, The Complete Fungi: Evolution, Diversity and Ecology (Princeton University Press, 2026), David Hibbett will discuss the diversity of fungi, their impacts on human affairs, and their roles in the evolution of life on Earth.

If you have ever wondered, “What is a fungus?” or “Why are there so many kinds of mushrooms?” this lecture is for you. No prior knowledge or experience in mycology is required—just curiosity about the fascinating world of fungi.

Copies of The Complete Fungi will be available for purchase after the program.
Supported by the Herman and Joan Suit Lecture Fund.

Online Location: Zoom
Gazette Classification: Community, Environmental Sciences, Lecture, Science
Organization/Sponsor: Harvard Museum of Natural History
Speaker(s): David S. Hibbett, Andrea B. and Peter D. Klein ’64 Distinguished Professor of Biology at Clark University
Cost: Free
Ticket Web Link: forms.cloud.microsoft…
Harvard Key Required: No
More info: hmsc.harvard.edu…

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