America in Transition: The Gilded Age Years

Henry L. Ferguson Museum 1109 Equestrian Ave, Fishers Island, NY, United States

This illustrated talk by Trudy Coxe, CEO & Executive Director of the Preservation Society of Newport County will cast light on an underappreciated but incredibly lively period in America that bridged the late 19th to the early 20th century.

Owl Prowl

Henry L. Ferguson Museum 1109 Equestrian Ave, Fishers Island, NY, United States

FAMILY PROGRAM: Come dissect an owl pellet and meet a resident owl. Learn about the life cycles and amazing adaptations of these remarkable birds.

The Great White Shark – Close to Shore

Henry L. Ferguson Museum 1109 Equestrian Ave, Fishers Island, NY, United States

An Illustrated talk by Executive Director of the Atlantic Shark Institute, Jon Dodd, detailing the latest white shark research in RI (and adjacent waters).

FIND 2023

A Week (5 DAYS) of Learning Programs from August 14-18 for young Island naturalists ages 5 to 10. The cost per participant is $375 for the week. To promote group cohesion and learning, we encourage all participants to attend all five sessions.

Nature Journaling

Henry L. Ferguson Museum 1109 Equestrian Ave, Fishers Island, NY, United States

Learn about the world and engage your creativity! Kids of all ages can start their very own journal with activities such as plant pressing, nature observation, drawing, and more.

GUIDED NATURE WALK: Penni’s Path

Henry L. Ferguson Museum 1109 Equestrian Ave, Fishers Island, NY, United States

The Museum guided nature walks are led by board member Terry McNamara Thursdays in July and August. Meet at the Museum.

Trespassing, Fences and Fire

Henry L. Ferguson Museum 1109 Equestrian Ave, Fishers Island, NY, United States

Join us for an illustrated talk by artist, writer and naturalist James Prosek, who will discuss his current project documenting Texas prairies.

Animal Communities

Henry L. Ferguson Museum 1109 Equestrian Ave, Fishers Island, NY, United States

Humans aren’t the only animals who love their friends! Join us to learn about the many ways animals help each other and hear heartwarming stories of animal friendship.

GUIDED NATURE WALK: Chocomount Trail

Henry L. Ferguson Museum 1109 Equestrian Ave, Fishers Island, NY, United States

Guided nature walks are led by board member Terry McNamara Thursdays in July and August. Meet at the Museum 10:30 AM

Water Wonders

FAMILY PROGRAM: Take a close look at how water shapes and changes the earth, and how humans impact our water.

Hawks of Fishers Island and Our Local Area

Henry L. Ferguson Museum 1109 Equestrian Ave, Fishers Island, NY, United States

An Illustrated talk by Kim Hargrave, Education Director Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center. Learn the natural history of our local hawk species and their current conservation status in New York, Connecticut and on Fishers Island.