Knowing Nature: Stories of the Boreal Forest

Knowing Nature: Stories of the Boreal Forest / Historias del bosque boreal focuses on the biodiversity and global importance of the our northern-most forests through first-person stories, commissioned objects, interactive experiences and exquisite photography and videography. The boreal forest stores more carbon than most tropical forests and plays a significant role in stabilizing our climate. It is also home to hundreds of Sovereign Indigenous Nations and communities.

This timely exhibition weaves together themes of climate change, Indigenous perspectives and the relationship between people and nature while taking audiences on a learning journey that starts with curiosity, builds empathy and leads to action. Visitors will experience the sights, sounds, and textures of the boreal forest within the exhibition’s immersive experience while also hearing firsthand from the Indigenous peoples of the boreal how knowing nature can offer a vision for a sustainable future. Knowing Nature offers stories of resilience, strength and hope in a changing world.

Knowing Nature: Stories of the Boreal Forest/Historias del bosque boreal is developed by the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service, and made possible by the National Audubon Society, with additional support from The Anders Foundation, Charlie and Nancy Hogan, and Anne C. Madison.