In two short programs, local wildlife photographer Brian Bowles will present his images and talk with participants about how they can find and identify local wildlife themselves. Bowles has been photographing wildlife for about 15 years and is interested in eagles, hawks, blue herons and turkey vultures. Bowles describes what he does as “drive-by photography” – basically taking his images from his car in order to not disturb the birds. The free talks are part of a new series of evening events at the Old State Capitol and Dana-Thomas House. Learn more at https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/historic-sites-evening-events-4805582.
Urban Wildlife talks
Thu., Jan. 29, 5:30 and 6:30 p.m.
Dana-Thomas House
217-782-6776
This article appears in January 29-February 4, 2026.
