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Drawing the Birds of New York: A Fuertes Scavenger Hunt & Sketching Adventure

Name: STEAM Sunday: Dino Bots on the Move!
Start: 2026-09-06T11:00-0400
End: 2026-09-06T12:00-0400
Location: New York State Museum

Families and visitors are invited to discover Fuertes' remarkable bird illustrations through a fun, self-guided scavenger hunt, then put their own observational skills to work with an art activity.

When and Where

Date and Time

Tuesday, Sep 15, 2026
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Address

New York State Museum, 222 Madison Avenue Albany, NY 12230

(518) 486-3648

Driving Directions

Cost

FREE ADMISSION

About this event

Explore the Birds of New York through the eyes of renowned Puerto Rican American ornithologist and artist Louis Agassiz Fuertes! Families and visitors are invited to discover Fuertes’ remarkable bird illustrations through a fun, self-guided scavenger hunt, then put their own observational skills to work with a sketching activity inspired by his meticulous approach to studying birds. Learn about Louis Agassiz Fuertes’ remarkable contributions to both science and art while celebrating his legacy.