2009 Highstead Events

Art Exhibit: Birds of Prey of the Eastern United States

September 12 – October 30 (Viewing weekdays 9:00 am - 4:00 pm)

Annual show of the Guild of Natural Science Illustrators Greater New York Chapter.

Birds of Prey Presentation

September 12 (10:00 am - 1:00 pm)

Chris Davis, Master Falconer, will present information on birds of prey and their conservation. Chris, the first Master Falconer in the U.S. permitted to offer hands-on falconry education, will bring his birds to view and watch in action.

Photograph Chelynn Tretreault

Artists’ Discussion: Birds of Prey

Saturday, September 12 (1:30 pm – 4:00 pm)

Artists from the Guild of Natural Science Illustrators Greater New York Chapter will discuss their work on display at the Highstead Barn. Join us for a special informal presentation where they will enlighten us about their subjects and share the experiences that inspired their work.

Woodland Conversation

Friday, September 18 (7:30 pm)

Dr. Eric Chivian, Founder/Director of the Center for Health and the Global Environment at Harvard University Medical School, will discuss potential human health consequences of the global environmental change.

For more Information: Call 203-938-8809


Members and guests may avail themselves of the many educational opportunities and special events at Highstead. Each Spring and Fall we offer a series of programs which include:

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