“Go Birds” exhibition: Interactive bird watching at Philly Library

Explore “Go Birds” at Philadelphia’s Parkway Central Library! Interactive bird exhibition with backpack rentals, guided walks, and more, June 2-Aug 30.

Bird enthusiasts and nature lovers in Philadelphia have a unique opportunity to explore the fascinating world of avian life through a new exhibition at the Parkway Central Library. “Go Birds: Appreciating Our Avian Friends” combines art, education, and interactive elements to celebrate our feathered companions while highlighting crucial conservation efforts.

Exhibition details and special collections

Running from June 2 to August 30, 2025, at the Second Floor West Gallery, this comprehensive exhibition showcases materials from various Free Library collections. Visitors can explore items from the Children’s Literature Research Collection, Government Publications, Map Collection, and Print and Picture Collection, offering diverse perspectives on bird life and conservation.

Interactive resources for bird enthusiasts

The library has developed several engaging ways for visitors to connect with birds and bird watching:

Birding Backpack Program: 20 Philly library locations now offer specialized backpacks containing essential bird-watching equipment. Each pack includes binoculars, park maps, trail guides, and field guides for bird identification. Patrons can borrow these backpacks for three weeks—perfect for solo exploration or participating in guided walks with BirdPhilly.

Educational events: Libraries across Philadelphia are hosting bird-themed activities, including guided bird walks and children’s storytimes, making bird education accessible to all age groups.

Creative activities: The exhibition features downloadable coloring pages featuring birds from the library’s Special Collections and available through their Digital Collections. These pages offer both entertainment and educational value for young visitors!

Musical experience: A specially curated playlist celebrates birds in music, featuring songs inspired by bird calls and flight patterns, adding an auditory dimension to the exhibition experience.

This story was generated in part by AI and edited by the Keystone staff. This article first appeared on Good Info News Wire and is republished here under a Creative Commons license.

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