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Rethinking Fire: The Intersection of Art and Science

August 6, 2022 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm

$10

The World Forestry Center, 4033 S.W. Canyon Rd., Portland, presents “Rethinking Fire: The Intersection of Art and Science,” a discussion and gallery talk at 11 a.m. Aug. 6 in Cheatham Hall, followed at noon by a guided exhibit walkthrough in the Discovery Museum. The costs is $10 per person. In the presentation, Arizona-based artist Bryan David Griffith and USFS Research Ecologist Dr. Paul Hessburg will discuss the causes and impacts of severe wildfire, the inspiration for Griffith’s work and the use of art as an entry point to engage the public on forestry issues. After the talk, attendees will join presenters for a walk through of Griffith’s Rethinking Fire exhibition, now on display in our newly reopened Discovery Museum. The exhibit is open from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesdays through Sundays until Dec. 31. Light refreshments will be provided.

Contact Vivian Bui at vbui@worldforestry.org or 503-488-2161 for discounted tickets, accommodation requests or general inquiries.

Details

Date:
August 6, 2022
Time:
11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Cost:
$10
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Website:
https://www.worldforestry.org/

Venue

World Forestry Center
4033 S.W. Canyon Rd.
Portland, OR 97221
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