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The Linnaean Society of New York provides a forum for the sharing and advancement of science-based knowledge through a program of lectures and field trips. It fosters an appreciation of the natural world with a special emphasis on birds. Founded in 1878, the Society comprises dedicated amateurs and professionals interested in the study, preservation, and enjoyment of nature and the environment.
The Linnaean Society of New York presents programs on natural history topics monthly from September through May, except March. You are invited to attend in person or online via Zoom. Our meetings are open to the public and free of charge. The programs feature richly illustrated talks in layman’s language by leading naturalists and scientists.
– We’ve gone birding for the summer. Our programs will resume in September. –
Neil Patterson Jr. and Catherine Landis – April 2026
A Time to Heal: Indigenous Biocultural Restoration • Attend in person at the Liederkranz Club (registation not required) or click here to register for the Zoom Webinar.
Dr. Deja Perkins – May 2026
Patterns of Participation: Using Environmental Participatory Projects to Understand Data Gaps in Conservation and Nature Access in Urban Neighborhoods • Attend in person at the AMNH (registation not required) or click here to register for the Zoom Webinar.
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The Linnaean Society of New York field trips, led by expert members, focus on birds and also on plants, bats, and butterflies. More than 80 trips are offered each year, ranging from bird walks in Central Park, Jamaica Bay, and other New York City parks to excursions by car to diverse seasonal hotspots in the tri-state area. Field trips are open to non-members as guests, if space permits.
Staten Island Hot Spots and Early Spring Migrants
Leader: Seth Wollney • Registration open from Monday, March 16 at 9 am to Wednesday, March 25 at 6 pm
Better Bird Photography Workshop in Prospect Park
Leader: Tom Stephenson • Registration open from Monday, March 23 at 9 am to Wednesday, April 1 at 6 pm
Central Park Spring Migration Walk
Leader: Linnaean Society Leaders • Registration open from Wednesday, April 1 at 9 am to Sunday, April 5 at 6 pm
Green-Wood Cemetery
Leader: Rob Jett • Registration open from Monday, March 30 at 9 am to Wednesday, April 8 at 6 pm
Central Park Spring Migration Walk
Leader: Linnaean Society Leaders • Registration open from Wednesday, April 8 at 9 am to Sunday, April 12 at 6 pm
Central Park Spring Migration Walk
Leader: Linnaean Society Leaders • Registration open from Wednesday, April 15 at 9 am to Sunday, April 19 at 6 pm
Central Park Spring Migration Walk
Leader: Linnaean Society Leaders • Registration open from Wednesday, April 22 at 9 am to Sunday, April 26 at 6 pm
Birds & Brews: Central Park
Leader: Amanda Bielskas, Alan Drogan, Gillian Henry • Registration open from Monday, April 20 at 9 am to Sunday, April 26 at 6 pm
Pine Barrens For Spring: Butterflies and More
Leader: Rick Cech • Registration open from Monday, April 20 at 9 am to Wednesday, April 29 at 6 pm
Bashakill Marsh and Environs
Leader: John Haas • Registration open from Monday, April 20 at 9 am to Wednesday, April 29 at 6 pm
Central Park Family Walk
Leader: Eric Ozawa • Registration open from Monday, April 20 at 9 am to Wednesday, April 29 at 6 pm
Central Park Spring Migration Walk
Leader: Linnaean Society Leaders • Registration open from Wednesday, April 29 at 9 am to Sunday, May 3 at 6 pm
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