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Citizen Science Aquatic Invasive Plant Survey

Are you interested in becoming a better steward of Chautauqua Lake? Please consider attending this citizen science survey at Chautauqua Institution to monitor for the presence of aquatic invasive plants which could negatively impact Chautauqua Lake and its watershed. Participants will need to bring their own kayak and personal flotation device. Details can be found […]

Special Exhibit Tour

Every Friday, we offer guided tours through our galleries and our guest artist exhibitions. Our current exhibition is Birds in Bronze by Stefan Savides. Our tours will explore how Savides’ early career as a master taxidermist informed his evolution into a world-class sculptor of birds, as well as how his depictions of birds relate to […]

Yoga With the Birds

Every Saturday, stretch your body, your mind and your heart with yoga on our secluded outdoor patio, serenaded by birdsong. All levels are welcome for a one-hour class taught by Kara Bemis Yoga. Please bring your own mat. Cost is $10 (does not include museum admission.) Please RSVP at 716-665-2473 x227 or ahudson@rtpi.org.

Early Bird Bird Walk

Every Thursday morning, Twan Leenders – RTPI’s Senior Director of Science and Conservation – will lead bird walks through our nature sanctuary – some of the same stomping grounds that inspired a young Roger Tory Peterson to pursue his future career as one of the world’s greatest artist-naturalists. Please wear comfortable shoes and make sure to dress […]

Free Floral Frolic

Every Friday morning, Jonathan Townsend – RTPI’s Manager of Restoration – will lead discovery tours of the botanical beauty that can be found in our nature sanctuary. Please wear comfortable shoes and make sure to dress appropriately for the weather. Don’t forget your Peterson Field guide to Wildflowers. Free of charge.

Special Exhibit Tour

Every Friday, we offer guided tours through our galleries and our guest artist exhibitions. Our current exhibition is Birds in Bronze by Stefan Savides. Our tours will explore how Savides’ early career as a master taxidermist informed his evolution into a world-class sculptor of birds, as well as how his depictions of birds relate to […]

Special Exhibit Tour

Every Friday, we offer guided tours through our galleries and our guest artist exhibitions. Our current exhibition is Birds in Bronze by Stefan Savides. Our tours will explore how Savides’ early career as a master taxidermist informed his evolution into a world-class sculptor of birds, as well as how his depictions of birds relate to […]

Yoga With the Birds

Every Saturday, stretch your body, your mind and your heart with yoga on our secluded outdoor patio, serenaded by birdsong. All levels are welcome for a one-hour class taught by Kara Bemis Yoga. Please bring your own mat. Cost is $10 (does not include museum admission.) Please RSVP at 716-665-2473 x227 or ahudson@rtpi.org.

Early Bird Bird Walk

Every Thursday morning, Twan Leenders – RTPI’s Senior Director of Science and Conservation – will lead bird walks through our nature sanctuary – some of the same stomping grounds that inspired a young Roger Tory Peterson to pursue his future career as one of the world’s greatest artist-naturalists. Please wear comfortable shoes and make sure to dress […]

Free Floral Frolic

Friday morning, Jonathan Townsend – RTPI’s Manager of Restoration – will lead a discovery tour of the botanical beauty that can be found in our nature sanctuary. Please wear comfortable shoes and make sure to dress appropriately for the weather. Don’t forget your Peterson Field guide to Wildflowers. Free of charge.

Guided Exhibit Tour

Every Friday, we offer guided tours through our galleries and our guest artist exhibitions. Our current exhibition is Birds in Bronze by Stefan Savides. Our tours will explore how Savides’ early career as a master taxidermist informed his evolution into a world-class sculptor of birds, as well as how his depictions of birds relate to […]

Guided Exhibit Tour

Every Friday, we offer guided tours through our galleries and our guest artist exhibitions. Our current exhibition is Birds in Bronze by Stefan Savides. Our tours will explore how Savides’ early career as a master taxidermist informed his evolution into a world-class sculptor of birds, as well as how his depictions of birds relate to […]