Events in Cuyahoga Valley National Park
Lyceum Series: John Hartig - Reviving Burned Rivers
Friday, February 10th 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Dr. John Hartig, refuge manager of the Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge, shares true stories of triumph over environmental tragedy. His book, Burning Rivers: Revival of Four Urban-Industrial Rivers that Caught on Fire, chronicles the damage done to the Rouge, Cuyahoga, Buffalo, and Chicago rivers. At various times, pollution was so severe that these important Great Lakes waterways burst into flames. Hartig also tells how everyday people, working alone or in concert with others, mounted successful efforts to restore the rivers to better health.
The word “lyceum” has roots in ancient Greek, and became the name of the school where Aristotle taught. At CVNP, we use it to describe our lecture series featuring national speakers who stimulate the heart and mind with compelling stories of our natural and cultural world.
Admission: $6 adults, $3 children ages 3 - 12. General seating. Advance sales are available by calling 330-657-2909. Happy Days Lodge, 7 p.m. Doors open at 6 p.m.
On lecture days, call the Cultural Arts Hotline at (330) 650-4636 ext. 228 after 2 p.m. for up-to-date ticket availability and severe weather cancellations.