Book Discussion and Watercolor Workshop: The Feather Thief

Join other readers for a discussion of the true story of Edwin Rist’s heist of rare bird specimens from The Natural History Museum at Tring. Author Kirk Wallace Johnson embarked on a worldwide investigation, leading him into the fiercely secretive underground community obsessed with the Victorian art of salmon fly-tying.

This discussion is part of our programming related to Wings and Wilderness: The Birds and Landscapes of the Northeast, currently on view through Oct. 11.

The book discussion will include a guided watercolor workshop to create a whimsical watercolor feather inspired by the Darwinian specimens that captivated Edwin Rist. All abilities are welcome, and all materials will be provided.

Museum admission; free for members.