Bristow Bird Sanctuary Centennial Celebration

The New Canaan Land Trust, The Friends of Bristow, and the Town of New Canaan, in partnership with the New Canaan Library, are thrilled to host a special weekend of events celebrating bird conservation, natural history, and community heritage in New Canaan. This extraordinary occasion will feature presentations by the nation’s foremost birding authority, David Sibley, and the centennial celebration of the Bristow Bird Sanctuary.
On Sunday, September 8th, we celebrate the 100th birthday of New Canaan’s Bristow Bird Sanctuary and Wildwood Preserve, the third oldest bird sanctuary in the USA. This momentous event will occur at the Center Crossing Pavilion in Bristow at 2:00 pm. It will feature keynote speakers First Selectman Dionna Carlson and David Sibley, who will discuss the importance of saving bird habitats throughout the Northeast. The Harmonia V Woodwind Quintet will perform nature-themed pieces composed by Bristow neighbor Gwyneth Walker. The celebration will also include the unveiling of a new Francis of Assisi statue, a New Canaan High School Madrigals performance, a bird release, unique auction items made from the Mighty Oak Tree in Bristow that came down last year, and children’s activities. Cake and refreshments will be served. Families are welcome. Registration is free and encouraged.