Join us for an uplifting dose of inspiration and education as part of our Annual Public Lecture Series. Three times each year we bring you a free presentation or discussion with an inspired thought leader, grappling with real-world climate change and environmental issues. Together, we’ll explore the latest research and collaborative efforts to respond to our changing environment. As part of the series, every summer brings the Leeson Lecture in honor of Robert Leeson, Jr.
All lectures are free. All of our lectures are accessible for deaf and hard of hearing via live ASL interpreters, by request. Learn more when registering for each event!
Fall Lecture 2026
Metcalf Institute’s 2026 Annual Public Lecture Series Concluded with an Immersive Fall Lecture in the North Woods on October 14
Our annual Fall Lecture highlighted the URI Digital Writing Environments, Location, & Localization Lab (DWELL Lab)’s North Woods Field Guide project. In a two-part event, the DWELL Lab team led an interactive walk through the North Woods, followed by a conversation about the field guide and a zine-making activity.
Follow the links below to read about all events from the 2026 Annual Lecture Series, and stay tuned for details about the 2027 series!
2026 Annual Public Lecture Series
2025 Annual Public Lecture Series
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