Lectures

Alexander Wilson: The Scot who Founded American Ornithology

When: Thu., April 2, 7 p.m. 2015

Bird enthusiasts are familiar with Wilson’s Plover, Wilson’s Snipe and Wilson’s Warbler. But who is Wilson, and why are these birds named after him? Ornithology expert Jed Burtt reveals and explores the true founder of American ornithology, Alexander Wilson. A book signing follows the presentation.