Sherman, Texas -- On May 16, the Sherman Cultural District joins with Friends of Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge for a spectacular day of bird-themed events, avian art, and activities in tribute to Sherman's unique bird connections.
The inaugural Sherman Bird Festival features:
• unveiling of five new public art sculptures
• juried art show
• Sherman Art Dash
• children’s activities
• nature talks and birding activities
• restaurant and shop specials all day, breakfast to late night
Plus, the Hagerman Bird Festival at the Refuge includes bird walks, art activities, and much more! This unique multi-site festival day is spread throughout the Downtown Sherman Cultural District and at Hagerman – combining art and nature for a grand celebration of the beauty and ecological significance of birds of North Texas.
Activities are free and open to the public, except the ticketed Art Dash event -- tickets on sale now!
Join the flock and see what's hatching in the Cultural District!
A special heads up regarding The Sherman-Hagerman Bird Festival taking place May 16. It is a multi-location, multi-activity celebration of our feathered friends in nature and art as spring migration is in full swing at Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge on Lake Texoma.
Events will take place at both the Refuge and throughout the Downtown Sherman Cultural District. Hagerman NWR serves as refuge and breeding grounds for migratory birds and is well known for the diversity of birds that can be found here. In all, 338 species have been counted, including American White pelicans, Warblers, Hummingbirds, and nesting Tanagers, Painted and Indigo Buntings, and nesting Bald Eagles.
Hagerman activities run from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and include bird walks, tram tours, children’s activities, three lectures, and book signing with Sam Crowe – Photographic Guide to the Birds of North America.
Sherman Cultural District will complement Hagerman activities by celebrating all things bird in fine art and avian-themed offerings starting at 8:00 a.m. Come for Breakfast With the Birds, then visit shops and restaurants for the Birds of a Feather Art Walk, gallery shows, fantasy birdhouse competition, bird merchandise, culinary specials and drink flights to finish the evening.
Sherman Public Library will host family activities and bird talks. Five original bird sculptures will be dedicated, part of a new public art collection honoring Sherman’s unique connection to Hagerman NWR.
The festival is organized by the Friends of Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge and Sherman Cultural District. Schedule of events to follow.
