5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
No Registration Needed
Who is Rachel Carson and what is her impact today?
Join the U.S. Fish and Wildlife at Patuxent Research Refuge Friday February 7th as we watch a film looking at the impact of Silver Spring resident Rachel Carson.
In 1962 her book "Silent Spring" alerted the world to the dangers of pesticides. We are now over 60 years into the resonating impact of Rachel Carson's voice. Come learn how one Maryland mother helped change the world.
The National Wildlife Visitor Center will remain open past it's normal operating hours of 10:00am-4:00pm with the theatre opening at 5:00pm Friday February 7th. Prior to and during our exhibit halls will remain open and at 4:15pm our Chesapeake Conservation and Climate Corps member will offer a tour of the species exhibits featuring Sea Otters, Canvasback Ducks, Grey Wolves and Whooping Cranes.
Visitors will also be able to stop by our Friends of Patuxent bookstore to be able to purchase most of Rachel Carson's books including "The sea trilogy" and of course "Silent Spring" while supporting wildlife research conservation in our area.
Following the film, enjoy a presentation and Q&A opportunity with the speakers to learn more about Rachel Carson and her work: Dr. Mark Madison, a member of the film’s cast, is a U.S Fish and Wildlife Service archivist and historian. Dr. Robert Musil is President of the Rachel Carson Council, and is also author of the book, "Rachel Carson and her Sisters."