Spend an hour in the studio of one of America’s greatest naturalists and wildlife artists. Listen to tales of his adventures as he finishes something no one has ever accomplished before: drawing every bird in North America. John James Audubon will enchant you with stories of his travels and travails in the wildest places on the planet. He will celebrate the natural history of North America as he saw it in the early 1800s. Audubon will bring to life bird behavior, focusing on the birds you are most likely to see as you go bird watching in this area. With lessons on field ecology, the scientific method, art history, and bird migration, the audience is invited to imitate birds and discuss the life histories of their favorite feathered friends.

Storyteller Brian “Fox” Ellis portrays Audubon in these entertaining and meticulously researched monologues drawing from Audubon’s journals, essays, and letters to his friends and colleagues. This program was developed with a grant from the USFWS as part of their celebration of the 100th anniversary of the National Wildlife Refuge System. Fox has performed as Audubon in museums, nature centers, schools, and libraries across the United States, including Audubon’s home in Henderson, Kentucky. This event is made possible through The Hayner Public Library District’s proud partnership with The Nature Institute (https://www.thenatureinstitute.org/).

Seating is limited. Please call 1-800-613-3163 to register for this program.