Meet the raptors of Montana w/ Virginia City lecture
On Saturday, February 2nd, the Elling House Arts & Humanities Center will host the Montana Raptor Conservation Center for a Montana Raptor Presentation beginning at 1:30pm. Admission is by donation and open to the public.
The afternoon program will provide an overview of what makes raptors unique in the bird world, the raptors of Montana, and the importance of raptors to our ecosystem. Join for a hands-on opportunity to explore and experience raptor characteristics and adaptations though bio-facts (animal artifacts).
MRCC’s Great horned owl, Bu
Two or three of the MRCC avian ambassadors will be in attendance for an up close look at these amazing birds.
The mission of the MRCC is to improve the welfare of raptors across Montana through rehabilitation of injured birds, community education, and partnerships for raptor conservation and research. Learn more at www.montanaraptor.org.
The Elling House, with its historic architecture and location in Virginia City, Montana, is an ideal setting for a cultural resources center. As a nonprofit organization, Elling House Arts & Humanities Center operations serve a variety of educational, entertainment, and hospitality purposes. Presenting programs in the arts, sciences, and humanities, the Elling House encourages active and enthusiastic participation from its members, its audiences, as well as its performers and presenters. Learn more at www.ellinghouse.org. The Elling House is located at 404 E. Idaho St. in Virginia City. •
