Writing from Edinburgh in December 1826, John James Audubon updated his wife, Lucy, on efforts to publish his life-size watercolors of North American birds. He was pleased with his progress.“It is now a month since my work has begun by Mr. W.H. Lizars of...
As the nation celebrates Independence Day on July 4, it’s worth noting that not only has Yale been a university longer than the United States has been a country — by a full 75 years — but also that many of its alumni played an integral role in its...
The highlights of the festival’s closing weekend include two free concerts on the New Haven Green: Lucinda Williams on Friday and Plena Libre on Saturday.Lucinda Williams7 p.m., Friday, June 26 New Haven Green: First Niagara Stage FreeThe concert will...
The second weekend of the festival is brimming with activities, including an artist-led tour of the “Winfred Rembert: Amazing Grace” exhibition on Friday; performances of “Perfect Catch — A Throw-mantic Comedy” featuring jugglers Michael Karas and Jen...