Monday, October 6, 2008

Natural State Expo 2008 - Green Home Show

The Arkansas Sustainability Network (ASN) is hosting the Natural State Expo 2008 Green Home Show at the State House Convention Center this weekend, Oct. 11th, 2008. Admission is free.

This is the third annual Natural State Expo organized by the ASN. The first Expo was organizied in 2006, and featured participants ranging from eco-friendly insulation and tankless hot water heaters, to community gardens and small farmers, to electric-hybrid vehicles and bicycle advocacy organizations.

The Green Home Show participants page shows over 60 different participants. The Expo website says that the goal of the show is to help people explore the variety of choices available in the marketplace to make their homes more sustainable, and to promote safe sustainable habits in our homes and our daily lives.

The Green Home Show features the interactive Green Home - a walkthrough, open-walled display showcasing green building and remodeling supplies; natural product alternatives for every room; and simple everyday actions families can take to green their home. The event also includes exhibitor booths, youth activities, a marketplace, and a green playhouse competition for kids.


The Arkansas Sustainability Network is located at 209 S. Victory Ave. Little Rock, AR. Thier phone number is 501-372-6996. This Expo sounds like a great place to learn more about resources available to people wanting to learn more about how we can all contribute to living a sustainable lifestyle.

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