Visual Arts

Around the holidays, there are many traditional sites to see in New York City, but this year, there will be a new attraction. A billboard lit completely by renewable energy will officially go on display in New York City’s Times Square on December 4th.

Environmental themes can be included in lessons about World War II. The United States conducted a significant campaign to inform its citizens about the need for conservation during war time. Not only were these efforts meant to help with the war effort, but also teach about the necessity of conservation. Some examples of these posters are found below, and many more can be found on a variety of websites through a simple web search. Art classes can try and recreate these styles with modern environmental messages.

The mission of the Roger Tory Peterson Institute of Natural History is to continue the legacy of Roger Tory Peterson by promoting the teaching and studying of nature. They provide professional development to teachers through workshops, courses and institutes, both face-to-face and online, along with publications and special projects.