John James Audubon, the artist, is beloved by many for the naturalistic and life-size illustrations of the creatures he made. Fewer are aware of his reputation as a scientist, natural historian, entrepreneur, and writer. Join Michael Branch for an exploration of Audubon’s life and work, some of which is on display through February 15.

The Nature Conservancy in Nevada has been working with artists Daniel McCormick and Mary O’Brien to restore the channels of the Carson and Truckee River systems with living sculptures. Learn about the scope and purpose of these projects form leaders of The Nature Conservancy.

Learn how President Abraham Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation, and the subsequent ratification of the thirteenth amendment to the United States Constitution, is integrally linked to Nevada having become a state in 1864.