Celebrating the Hine's Emerald: Art, Ecology, and Conservation

Join us for an engaging informal talk about the rare and federally endangered Hine’s Emerald Dragonfly, presented in celebration of a new Hine’s Emerald Dragonfly statue being erected at the Washington Island Art and Nature Center. Found in only a handful of locations across the Midwest, this remarkable species depends on clean water and healthy wetlands to survive.

Through stories, photographs, and natural history, participants will learn about the dragonfly’s life cycle, why Washington Island is such an important refuge for the species, and the challenges it faces in a changing environment. The program will also explore the importance of water quality protection and the conservation efforts of the Door County Land Trust in preserving the wetlands and natural areas that support both wildlife and the broader community.

Presented in partnership with the Washington Island Art and Nature Center and the Door County Land Trust.