An evening of talks about why wild places matter. This event is regular series hosted by Kentucky Natural Lands Trust in partnership with 21c Museum Hotel and West Sixth Brewing. Talks will cover conservation, art, health and the economy; the evening will also include poetry readings and musical performances.

This is a free event open to the public. The program will begin at 6:45pm. Come early and stay late to socialize.

Featured speakers, author & musicians:

Reading: Bobbie Ann Mason

Conservation Science: A Force for Nature: Lucy Braun ~ Meg Hanrahan, Meg Hanrahan Media

Art: Fundamental Unity & Infinite Variety ~Rachel Singel, Hite Art Institute, University of Louisville

Health: Bounty in Our Backyard ~Dr. Vikas Mehta, College of DAAP, University of Cincinnati

Economy: Developing an Economy Through Wild Spaces~ Bryan Wolf, Roads Rivers and Trails

Music: Margaret Darling & Homage – CVG

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