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Bird Banding Field Trip

Saturday, May 21, 2022, 9 a.m.2 p.m.

Close-up view of a yellow bird (Yellow-breasted Chat) with brown, white, and black feathers perched on a human hand.

Photo courtesy of Nick G. Liadis

Join Chief Curator Jose Diaz and avian conservation biologist Nick G. Liadis for an outdoor field trip to Fenelton, Pennsylvania. Experience extraordinary bird observations and a visit to the Twin Stupas, an earthwork by artist Angelo Ciotti. The land—owned by the Ciotti family—hosts a diversity of avian life that migrate from as far away as the Amazon rainforest. They use the stupas, a rejuvenated valley, as their migratory stopover during the summer, making it an ideal location for bird banding and research. After years of degradation, including mining and Christmas tree farming, these colorful birds are adapting to the reclaimed nature at the Twin Stupas and bring to mind the exhibition Paola Pivi: I Want It All.

This program is approximately one hour away from Pittsburgh. A bus to and from the museum will be provided as well as a boxed lunch. Further details will be sent prior to the event.

  • Masking is optional for this event.
  • Notice for all buyers – By attending an in-person event at any of the Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh, you and any guests agree to voluntarily assume all risks related to exposure to COVID-19 and agree not to hold any presenting entities, artists, and the venue; or any of their affiliates, directors, officers, employees, agents, contractors, or volunteers liable for any illness or injury.

 

Co-presented with Bird Lab

Bird Lab