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Lenapehoking: The Land of the Lenape
Heather Bruegl, a historian and director of education for Forge Project and a member of the Oneida Nation, talks about Lenape history, the importance of making a living land acknowledgement, and the value of examining the stories we tell about natural history.
By Sarah Schmidt -
Birds of Brooklyn: Common Nighthawk
The common nighthawk is not so common anymore, and it has always been difficult to spot. Fall migration will give you the best chance of spotting this elusive bird.
By Joe Giunta -
Talking with Chenae Bullock
Chenae Bullock talked to Brooklyn Botanic Garden about her mother's gardens, Shinnecock canoe culture, and why the future of the environment depends on being able to see the value of Indigenous perspectives.
By Sarah Schmidt -
Brooklyn’s Beloved Window Boxes
Across the borough, gardeners enthusiastically embraced a restructuring of the contest and managed to turn a social distancing strategy into a way to connect with neighbors.
By Nina Browne -
Birds of Brooklyn: Ruby-Throated Hummingbird
This tiny bird is a pleasure to observe in flight and will come to your home garden if you provide just what it likes.
By Joe Giunta -
Great Moments in Plant Evolution, Part 4: The Dawn of Flowers
How did flowering plants become so successful? When did they arise? Where did they come from?
By Jamie Boyer -
Keep Mosquitoes and Ticks Out of Your Garden and Off Yourself
Mosquitoes and ticks are part of the ecosystem in New York City gardens, parks and other outdoor spaces. Learn how to keep them at bay and protect yourself from the diseases they carry without giving up precious time outside this summer.
By Archie Oman Egbert -
Eat Local: Snap Peas and Garlic Scape Mint Dip
Sweet, crunchy, juicy snap peas are a special seasonal treat. Grow your own or look for them at the farmers’ market under their French nickname, mange-touts.
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Plants, Sunlight, and Buildings
Plants have evolved in a complex world and are very sensitive to particular and subtle cues. Decisions about where we put buildings and how we build them have a much larger impact than we often realize.
By Sarah Schmidt -
Great Moments in Plant Evolution, Part 3: Extinction to Ginkgo
As we continue our journey through geologic time, we will start to see plants that are more familiar to us: plants that reproduce with seeds, such as conifers and ginkgos.
By Jamie Boyer
