Events
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Winter Waterfowl of Fishers Island and the Surrounding Region
Join us for a Virtual Illustrated Talk by Kim Hargrave, interim executive director of the Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center, Mystic, Conn. as we explore the unique species that grace Fishers Island and the surrounding coastlines during the colder months.
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Winter Birds and Waterfowl Walk
Join us for an in-the field Water Fowl Watch led by birder and naturalist Maggie Jones.
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Beyond Your Back Door: Connecting with Nature Where You Live
A virtual illustrated talk by trained naturalist and master gardener Jim Sirch, who will use his blog to take a deeper dive into the amazing natural events happening right in our own backyards - and beyond - throughout the seasons.
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Between Land and Sea: The Atlantic Coast and the Transformation of New England
A virtual illustrated talk by Christopher L. Pastore, author and Assistant Professor of History at the University at Albany, State University of New York
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Earth Day Battle of the Invasives: Buckthorn and Bittersweet Blitz
In honor of Earth Day, please join the Fishers Island Conservancy and the H.L. Ferguson Museum and Land Trust in tackling invasive plants and cleaning up beach debris.
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The Rumrunner Wrecks of Fishers Island
Museum director Pierce Rafferty utilizes and expands selected portions of his 2019 talk on prohibition entitled “Scotch on the Rocks” with a focus on the five rumrunner wrecks on Fishers Island, especially Steam Yacht Thelma Phoebe on Chocomount Beach, April 1923
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American Seacoast Defenses and the Long Island Sound
ZoomJoin us for a VIRTUAL illustrated talk by Mark Berhow, author and chairman of the publications committee for Coast Defense Study Group
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Right Place, Right Plant – Native Plants and Practical Uses
Native plants are essential to repairing and sustaining our fragile ecosystem on Fishers Island. But what makes them unique, and how can we use them effectively? Join us at the Museum for a discussion of native plants and practical gardening tips!
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Backyard Birding with Ken
Join us at the Museum for coffee, pastries, and birdwatching with local naturalist Ken Edwards, Sr. Together, we'll watch the feeder and the H. Lee Ferguson, Jr. Sanctuary and identify birds as they flit through the canopy.
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2025 Annual Exhibitions Opening Reception
Join us for our opening reception. All are Welcome!
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Nibbling on the Wild Landscape of Fishers Island
Join us for an illustrated talk with Russ Cohen, author of the book Wild Plants I Have Known…and Eaten, to learn about at least two dozen of the tastiest wild plant species the Island has to offer. Reception to follow.
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Wild Edible Plant Excursion on Fishers Island
Join us for a two-hour ramble through some of the shaggier parts of the Island with naturalist and wild food enthusiast, Russ Cohen to encounter and learn the comestible virtues of at least eighteen species of edible wild plants.
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Creature Camouflage Colors
FAMILY PROGRAM. Meet live animals and learn how they use unique colors and patterns to camouflage for survival.
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FI Treasure Hunt: 7-10 Year Olds
Arrr, the wind's pickin’ up and the tide be right—our Pirate Treasure Hunt sets sail soon! Sharpen yer wits and ready yer boots. Clues, riddles, and cursed gold await… Team Registration & More Info
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FI Treasure Hunt: 11-14 Year Olds
Arrr, the wind's pickin’ up and the tide be right—our Pirate Treasure Hunt sets sail soon! Sharpen yer wits and ready yer boots. Clues, riddles, and cursed gold await… Team Registration & More Info
