Join the Cornell Lab of Ornithology forMigration Celebration, September 13

Celebrate birds with a fun-filled day of free workshops, presentations, bird walks, and more. 

For release: September 4, 2025

Ithaca, NY—Head on over to the Cornell Lab of Ornithology to celebrate the annual phenomenon of bird migration—a marvel of nature now picking up steam for the fall.

Migration Celebration is being held Saturday, September 13, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Cornell Lab, 159 Sapsucker Woods Road, Ithaca.

Join for a full day of free walks, workshops, presentations, hands-on activities, and live birds of prey. Experience the interactive and accessible exhibits of the Visitor Center and participate in a range of community activities scheduled throughout the day from learning how to make your home bird friendly to exploring the world of sound. This free and family-friendly event offers something for everyone. 

“We’re just so thrilled to welcome everyone to Sapsucker Woods,” said Lisa Kopp, visitor experience manager. “We want to inspire people, feed their curiosity with accessible science, and create a sense of community and belonging. Migration Celebration is the perfect opportunity to experience the magic.” 

Cornell Lab staff will share insights about bird banding, native plants, conservation film-making, and so much more. Special guests will include Jane Kim leading a field sketching trail walk and a mural activity workshop, Holly Adams and Karen Stanely treating visitors to an interactive performance, and Perry Ground sharing stories from the people of the Longhouse. 

“This is a great opportunity to learn more about birds and the ways we can make the long journey safer for them,” said Kopp.

Visit the Migration Celebration website to get the latest information and schedule of events.

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About the Cornell Lab of Ornithology

The Cornell Lab of Ornithology is a nonprofit, member-supported organization dedicated to the understanding and protection of birds, wildlife, and our shared planet through research, education, participatory science, and conservation. 

Media Contact:

Kathi Borgmann, Cornell Lab of Ornithology, (607) 254-2137, klb274@cornell.edu