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The Stories, Science, and History of Birds

with Jay Falk

2025-08-05 13:00:00 2025-08-05 14:00:00 America/Chicago The Stories, Science, and History of Birds Don’t miss Smithsonian biologist Jay Falk for a talk on his book, <i>The Bird Book: The Stories, Science, and History of Birds</i>, packed with information, beautiful photography, and illustrations. Virtual -

Tuesday, August 05
1:00pm - 2:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-08-05 13:00:00 2025-08-05 14:00:00 America/Chicago The Stories, Science, and History of Birds Don’t miss Smithsonian biologist Jay Falk for a talk on his book, <i>The Bird Book: The Stories, Science, and History of Birds</i>, packed with information, beautiful photography, and illustrations. Virtual -

Don’t miss Smithsonian biologist Jay Falk for a talk on his book, The Bird Book: The Stories, Science, and History of Birds, packed with information, beautiful photography, and illustrations.

Delve into the fascinating world of birds through astonishing photography and clear explanations in this absorbing global guide, The Bird Book: The Stories, Science, and History of Birds. Join Smithsonian biologist and author Jay Falk as he explores the natural history of birds and the deep cultural connection. Topics to be covered extend from their evolution and anatomy to their behavior and diversity.

About the Author: Dr. Jay Jinsing Falk is a Postdoctoral Fellow at the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute and the University of Colorado. Falk is an evolutionary biologist and behavioral ecologist fascinated by the diversity that can be found within species. After completing his PhD at Cornell University, he moved to the University of Washington to study hummingbird movement and metabolism.

Registration is required for live streaming. While registering, submit your questions so the author can answer them during the live event. Find all our upcoming Author Talks and past recordings by clicking here.

AGE GROUP: | Adult (18+) |

EVENT TYPE: | Authors & Performers |

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Tue, Jul 08, 9:00am - 10:00am
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Tue, Jul 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
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Tue, Jul 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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Gonzales

Wed, Jul 16, 10:00am - 10:30am
Donaldsonville

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Dutchtown - Activity Room

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Galvez - Activity Room

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Gonzales - Activity Room

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Dutchtown - Activity Room

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Galvez - Activity Room

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Gonzales - Activity Room

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Donaldsonville - Meeting Room

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Bookmobile / Pop-up Library

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Dutchtown - Activity Room

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Gonzales
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Galvez - Meeting Room 2

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Bookmobile / Pop-up Library

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Gonzales

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Bookmobile / Pop-up Library

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Galvez

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Gonzales - Meeting Room 1
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Gonzales - Meeting Room 1
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Bookmobile / Pop-up Library

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Bookmobile / Pop-up Library

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Galvez - Meeting Room 2
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Gonzales - Meeting Room 1
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Dutchtown - Activity Room

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Dutchtown - Activity Room

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Gonzales
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Donaldsonville - Meeting Room

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Gonzales - Meeting Room 1
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Donaldsonville - Laser Cutter
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Dutchtown - Meeting Room AB

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Gonzales

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Gonzales

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Gonzales

Tue, Aug 05, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Donaldsonville - Sewing Machine

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Donaldsonville - Sewing Machine

Thu, Aug 07, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Donaldsonville

Thu, Aug 07, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Gonzales - Meeting Room 3

Thu, Aug 07, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Dutchtown - Meeting Room AB

Thu, Aug 07, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Galvez - Meeting Room 2