Current & Upcoming Exhibits

On Lake Owen: The Art of Walter Bohl
If you always have dry feet, you miss half the fun of life. -- Henry David Thoreau

Get your feet "wet" at the Cable Natural History Museum. Join us on a journey to Lake Owen...

…to discover how nature inspired Walter Bohl, a nationally-known artist that lived on Lake Owen.

…to reflect on the natural beauty of our region and learn about the history of Lake Owen's geologic past

…to immerse yourself in the natural history of this place and learn how to protect our local ecosystems.

Over fifty pieces of art loaned to the Museum from Lake Owen and other area residents will be on display, interwoven with hands-on activities and opportunities. Look forward to the breathtaking view of a great blue heron at the water's edge; the seasonal drumming of a ruffed grouse; the honk of Canada geese in flight; and the solitude and serenity of the Northwoods. Be amazed at the intricate pattern of a woodcock's flight; the weight, size, and feel of a moose's antler; the unique nesting habits of a wood duck; and what lies below the water of Lake Owen.

The art of Walter Bohl continues to offer us opportunities for self discovery, self reflection, and self immersion into our natural world. We look forward to introducing you to this man's life, work, and legacy. This exhibit is underwritten, in part, by the Lake Owen Association and we thank them for their generous support.

www.lakeowenassociation.com

Upcoming in 2011…Creatures We Hate to Love

Spiders, ticks, poison ivy, mosquitoes…just reading these words can make us     shudder, squirm or squeal. There are things in nature we hate to love. No matter how significant they are or how much they are a part of our lives, some creatures instill fear and dislike. Creatures We Hate to Love is the upcoming exhibit in 2011. How does a folk song like little Miss Muffet influence our thinking of spiders? What role do these living creatures play in our ecosystems? This exhibit will share the natural history of some of our least favorite plants and animals and explore our relationships to them.