The Linnaean Society of New York

The Linnaean Society of New York provides a forum for the sharing and advancement of science-based knowledge through a program of lectures and field trips. It fosters an appreciation of the natural world with a special emphasis on birds. Founded in 1878, the Society comprises dedicated amateurs and professionals interested in the study, preservation, and enjoyment of nature and the environment.

The Linnaean Society of New York presents programs on natural history topics online via Zoom or at the American Museum of Natural History monthly from September through May, except March. Our meetings are open to the public and free of charge. The programs feature richly illustrated talks in layman’s language, by leading naturalists and scientists.

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Ardith Bondi presenting A Tale of Many Penguins, January 2020

– We’ve gone birding for the summer.  Our programs will be resume in September. –

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The Linnaean Society of New York field trips, led by expert members, focus on birds and also on plants, bats, and butterflies. More than 80 trips are offered each year, ranging from bird walks in Central Park, Jamaica Bay, and other New York City parks to excursions by car to diverse seasonal hotspots in the tri-state area. Field trips are open to non-members as guests, if space permits.

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Central Park

Leaders: Kevin Sisco, Alan Drogin, and others • Registration open from Wednesday, March 27 at 9 am to Sunday, March 31 at 6 pm
Tuesday, April 2, 2024
7:30 am
Central Park
New York, NY

Central Park

Leaders: Kevin Sisco, Alan Drogin, and others • Registration open from Wednesday, April 3 at 9 am to Sunday, April 7 at 6 pm
Tuesday, April 9, 2024
7:30 am
Central Park
New York, NY

Green-Wood Cemetery

Leader: Rob Jett • Registration open from Monday, April 1 at 9 am to Wednesday, April 10 at 6 pm
Saturday, April 13, 2024
Green-Wood Cemetery
Brooklyn, NY

Central Park

Leaders: Kevin Sisco, Alan Drogin, and others • Registration open from Wednesday, April 10 at 9 am to Sunday, April 14 at 6 pm
Tuesday, April 16, 2024
7:30 am
Central Park
New York, NY

Central Park

Leaders: Kevin Sisco, Alan Drogin, and others • Registration open from Wednesday, April 17 at 9 am to Sunday, April 21 at 6 pm
Tuesday, April 23, 2024
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Central Park
New York, NY
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Anne Rose Shanahan, 2023

Anne Rose Shanahan passed away peacefully on September 5, 2023, at the age of 92, in the city she loved, New York.

An Introduction to iNaturalist by Janet Wooten

iNaturalist, launched in 2008 and owned by the California Academy of Sciences and the National Geographic Society, is one of the best online resources available to natural history enthusiasts.