Illustrated Lecture
The Eclectic Houses of Fishers Island and Beyond
Jacob Albert of Albert, Righter & Tittmann Architects, Inc., Boston, Mass., will give an illustrated talk focusing on Fishers Island’s diverse, eclectic architecture.
Creating Connecticut
Walter Woodward, Connecticut State Historian will give a talk on his new book Creating Connecticut: Critical Moments That Shaped a Great State (Globe Pequot).
The Science of Climate Change
This talk by F.I. seasonal resident, Peter Raymond will cover the history of climate change science and how modern day greenhouse gas concentrations are maintained.
The Bethlehem Pa. – F.I. Connection
This illustrated lecture by HLFM Director Pierce Rafferty will examine the untold story of Fishers Island’s once strong but now all-but-forgotten connections to Bethlehem, PA.
The Future PRFCT
How Gardens can save your sanity, your health and the birds too!
An Introduction to Backyard Butterflies
Illustrated Lecture by Kim Hargrave, Education Director Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center.
Storms or Trophies or History: Why Do We Sail?
CANCELLED Author John Rousmaniere has unfortunately had to cancel his sailing talk. In its place, HLFM Director Pierce Rafferty will host a screening of his recorded Illustrated Talk 'The History of Farming on Fishers Island,' please see details below.
The History of Farming on Fishers Island
Join Pierce for a tour of this fascinating all-but-forgotten history that includes a visit to the Fishers Island Oyster Farm, the last surviving farm on Fishers Island.