Explore how thousands of miles of historic stone walls reveal the intersection of the state’s geology, history, and ecology.
Rhode Island’s stone walls are an enduring testament to the state’s agricultural heritage, and their story parallels that of Rhode Island itself. Their stones reflect the geologic forces that shaped the landscape. Their placement on the land speaks to the labor and lives of those who came before us. In this presentation, Elliot Vosburgh, founder of the Rhode Island Stone Wall Mapping Project, explores how thousands of miles of stone walls reflect the intersection of geology, history, and ecology. Drawing on examples from both across the state and locally in Westerly, attendees will gain an appreciation for stone walls from several perspectives and will learn how these relics continue to support us in developing an understanding of Rhode Island’s past and present landscape.
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Important Info
- Parking is available at Barlow Nature Preserve
- This event is no cost for WLT members, and $10 per person for not-yet members.
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- Registration is required, spots are limited.
