Topic: The History of Ward’s Science
Description: Kelly Smith of Ward’s Science will regale us with the history of the Rochester Company originally known as Ward’s Natural Science Establishment and its founder, Henry Augustus Ward. Henry Ward prepared the mastodon for Mr. Letchworth, which is displayed in the Letchworth Museum. Kelly will describe the amazing story of Professor Ward and his travels and the many connections with other famous Rochesterians as well as national notables like Buffalo Bill and P.T. Barnum.
When: Wednesday, July 13th, 2016 at 7:00 PM
Where: Humphrey Nature Center, located near Trailside Lodge
The Learn About Letchworth Series is provided through a partnership between the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation and the Livingston Arts
For more information you can call:
Letchworth State Park at (585) 493-3600 or Livingston Arts at (585) 243-6785