Events
The Cornell Lab of Ornithology offers a variety of programs and events for visitors of all ages. Please see our events calendar (below) or call 1-800-843-BIRD for more information.
Virtual programs include free webinars and expert-led paid workshops. Check the events calendar for a schedule and details. View our video archive of past programs.
Saturday and Sunday mornings from 8:30–10 a.m. Led by members of the Cayuga Bird Club, we’ll walk the trails at Sapsucker Woods looking and listening for birds. Bring your binoculars and dress for the weather!
Friday and Saturday mornings from 10 a.m.–12 p.m. outdoors on the covered entrance to the Visitor Center. Led by a volunteer docent, you’ll explore a theme of the day! Topics include Cornell Lab history, current research and programs, sound recording, Merlin Bird ID demonstrations, stationary birding, and family friendly activities. Please check the event calendar to see if a program is happening during your visit.
Learn More Outdoors is a summer series running from June-September. These programs are weather dependent. We will cancel in the event of adverse conditions such as heavy rain or extreme temperatures.
Check the events calendar for schedule and details.
The Lab has a long history of hosting interesting and engaging seminars. Speakers include Cornell Lab staff, book authors, and distinguished scientists from around the world. View our video archive of past seminars.
Join us on the second Friday of the month from 10:30–11 a.m. We’ll meet at the entrance of the Visitor Center for readings of bird-themed books from the library’s children’s collection. Ideal for kids ages 2–5 and their families. Adults should remain present with their children. Please check the event calendar to see if a Story Time is happening during your visit.
Events this month
Calendar of Events
Beginner Bird Walk
Join us every Saturday and Sunday morning at 8:30 a.m. at the front entrance of the Cornell Lab of Ornithology. We will walk the trails of Sapsucker Woods as we... Read more »
Webinar – Black Birders Week: Avian Art Hour
On Tues., May 30 at 12 p.m. Eastern, grab your drawing supplies to follow along with artist Emma Brittain-Hardy as she shows us the basics of drawing birds.
Closing Early
The Visitor Center will be closing one hour early, at 4 p.m. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Beginner Bird Walk
Join us every Saturday and Sunday morning at 8:30 a.m. at the front entrance of the Cornell Lab of Ornithology. We will walk the trails of Sapsucker Woods as we... Read more »
Beginner Bird Walk
Join us every Saturday and Sunday morning at 8:30 a.m. at the front entrance of the Cornell Lab of Ornithology. We will walk the trails of Sapsucker Woods as we... Read more »
Webinar – Bird ID Trivia: Merlin vs. Birders
Join us on Tues., June 6 at 7 p.m. Eastern for a bird ID trivia game and learn some new bird identification tricks!
Beginner Bird Walk
Join us every Saturday and Sunday morning at 8:30 a.m. at the front entrance of the Cornell Lab of Ornithology. We will walk the trails of Sapsucker Woods as we... Read more »
Beginner Bird Walk
Join us every Saturday and Sunday morning at 8:30 a.m. at the front entrance of the Cornell Lab of Ornithology. We will walk the trails of Sapsucker Woods as we... Read more »
Beginner Bird Walk
Join us every Saturday and Sunday morning at 8:30 a.m. at the front entrance of the Cornell Lab of Ornithology. We will walk the trails of Sapsucker Woods as we... Read more »
Learn More Outdoors
Located on the outdoor covered entrance to the Visitor Center and led by a volunteer docent, you’ll explore a theme of the day! Topics include Cornell Lab history, current research... Read more »
Beginner Bird Walk
Join us every Saturday and Sunday morning at 8:30 a.m. at the front entrance of the Cornell Lab of Ornithology. We will walk the trails of Sapsucker Woods as we... Read more »
Birds and Blooms Guided Walk
Join guides from the Botanic Gardens and the Lab of Ornithology for combined bird walk and plant walks this summer.
Learn More Outdoors
Located on the outdoor covered entrance to the Visitor Center and led by a volunteer docent, you’ll explore a theme of the day! Topics include Cornell Lab history, current research... Read more »
Beginner Bird Walk
Join us every Saturday and Sunday morning at 8:30 a.m. at the front entrance of the Cornell Lab of Ornithology. We will walk the trails of Sapsucker Woods as we... Read more »
Learn More Outdoors
Located on the outdoor covered entrance to the Visitor Center and led by a volunteer docent, you’ll explore a theme of the day! Topics include Cornell Lab history, current research... Read more »
Beginner Bird Walk
Join us every Saturday and Sunday morning at 8:30 a.m. at the front entrance of the Cornell Lab of Ornithology. We will walk the trails of Sapsucker Woods as we... Read more »
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