Birdwatching in Washington Park – Sun June 25 guided by Sherry Williams

What does President George Washington, Dr. Daniel Hale Williams, Captain Walter Dyett and the Chicago Baptist Institute have in common? Sherry Williams will guide bird enthusiasts, the curious, and Bronzeville heritage seekers on a birdwatching cultural experience on SUNDAY JUNE 25, 2023 at 1PM. Tickets go on sale May 6. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/washington-park-bird-watching-and-tour-sun-june-25-2023-tickets-553570874387?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=escb

Bronzeville Art and History Bus Tours – Thurs. July 10 and Fri. Sept 12, 2014

  Experience Chicago through the Bronzeville Art and History Bus Tour! First we will visit the Bronzeville Historical Society to hear the personal stories of African Americans in Chicago from the Civil War to the Great Migration. Then we will travel to the South Side Community Art Center, a cultural gem in Bronzeville that was … Continue reading Bronzeville Art and History Bus Tours – Thurs. July 10 and Fri. Sept 12, 2014

New Docent training – Resilience and Renewal Tours with Field Museum

Nov 17, 2013 Hello Friends, We are pleased to announce the Resilience and Renewal Tour produced by the Bronzeville Historical Society and Field Museum. Training sessions and tours will highlight the African American story in and around Beaubien Woods including freedom-seeker waterway travel, civic action in Altgeld Gardens, the Calumet Region’s natural assets, and the … Continue reading New Docent training – Resilience and Renewal Tours with Field Museum

African Heritage Garden groundbreaking April 4

Please mark your calendar to participate in the groundbreaking for the African Heritage Garden at Stephen A. Douglas Tomb Site on Thurs. April 4, 2013 at 11:00am. The Site is located at 636 East 35th Street, Chicago, IL 60616 There is plenty of FREE street parking. The public is invited to join the libations ceremony, … Continue reading African Heritage Garden groundbreaking April 4

HERITAGE MATTERS.. panel discussion at Field Museum of Natural History

Join us at the panel event to meet three community leaders and learn how they build bridges between nature and their community. Hear their distinctive stories about gardens, birds, and medicinal plants, where heritage led to environmental engagement. Enjoy the welcoming reception and view Restoring Earth exhibit! FREE event for the public.Register at http://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org Are … Continue reading HERITAGE MATTERS.. panel discussion at Field Museum of Natural History

SHORE BIRDS ~ BIG MARSH, DEADSTICK POND, HARBORSIDE CAFÉ OUTING – GUIDED BY JUDY POLLOCK AND WALTER MARCISZ

SUN., JULY 15, 2012  10:00AM CARPOOL OR MEET BY 10:30AM AT BIG MARSH - ANYONE CARPOOLING Meet at Pullman State Historic Site – Hotel Florence 11111 S. FORRESTVILLE AVE. CHICAGO, IL 60628 (BINOCULARS AVAILABLE FOR LOAN) For more information, contact us! Please check the event calendar for more Bird Oasis events. EARL AND BEVERLY JOHNSON BIRD OASIS AT … Continue reading SHORE BIRDS ~ BIG MARSH, DEADSTICK POND, HARBORSIDE CAFÉ OUTING – GUIDED BY JUDY POLLOCK AND WALTER MARCISZ

SPRING BIRD COUNT – PULLMAN AND WOODED ISLAND IN JACKSON PARK

SPRING BIRD COUNT – PULLMAN AND WOODED ISLAND IN JACKSON PARK – THE MIGRANT LANDBIRDS – BIRDING GUIDED BY JUDY POLLOCK *SPECIAL GUEST INVITATION TO MADIEM KAWA AND WASHINGTON PK. BIRDERS Sunday,  MAY 5, 2012 7:00AM, TO TOUR PULLMAN ~JOHNSON BIRD OASIS.   OR MEET BY 8:00AM AT JACKSON PARK 63RD STREET AT STONY ISLAND AVENUE … Continue reading SPRING BIRD COUNT – PULLMAN AND WOODED ISLAND IN JACKSON PARK

EARTH DAY AT LAKE CALUMET

EARTH DAY AT LAKE CALUMET ~ WATER FOWL MIGRATION, ALSO BIRDING AT BEAUBIEN WOODS FLAT FOOT LAKE. SUN., APRIL 22, 2012 7:00AM to 9:00AM   ANYONE CARPOOLING Meet at Pullman State Historic Site – Hotel Florence TO CARPOOL FROM 11111 S. FORRESTVILLE AVE.  CHICAGO, IL 60628 For more information, contact us! Please check the event calendar for more … Continue reading EARTH DAY AT LAKE CALUMET