Beltsville, Maryland
Culture, History, Library, Science, Specialized
The men and women who have been inducted into the ARS Science Hall of Fame represent a very special group of scientists—the best of the best. The most recent inductees (September 2009) are dairy scientist Max J. Paape, geneticist J. Neil Rutger and soil scientist B.A. Stewart.
Beltsville, Maryland
History, Science, Specialized
National Visitor Center (NVC) hosts about 6,000 visitors each year from around the world. Visitors include policymakers, managers, and scientists from U.S. and international governments, universities, and industry. NVC is housed in a historic log lodge in Beltsville, Maryland. It features an exhibit hall highlighting ARS research programs and accomplishments and includes a live bee exhibit.