Darwin Day celebration at Burke Museum
On Thursday, February 12, we celebrate the 200th birthday of Charles Darwin. November 24 of this year will be the 150th anniversary of the publication of On the Origin of Species. The Burke Museum, located on campus at the corner of 45th St and 15th Ave, will be hosting a celebration of Darwin’s birthday. This event is on February 12, from 6-9 PM. The following is from the Burke Museum website. All SSU members are encouraged to attend if possible as part of our Darwin Week.
Join us for a spirited celebration of Darwin’s 200th birthday and the 150th anniversary of On the Origin of Species. Discover how evolution impacts your life with Mark Terry, a research associate at the Burke; Jon Herron, UW biology lecturer, will discuss scientific developments that would have delighted Darwin; and Mott Greene, adjunct UW professor in Earth and Space Sciences, will discuss Darwin’s life. A special collection of specimens discovered by Darwin or that were influential in his work will also be on display in the Burke lobby.
Admission to Darwin’s Birthday Bash is free. Donations will be accepted.
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February 8th, 2009 at 10:56 pm
Yay Jon Herron!