Pine Barrens Exhibit

Did you know that the Pine Barrens in New Jersey contain species that do not exist anywhere else? This came across my desk recently: Rutgers University will host an exhibit that showcases both the unique ecosystem of the Pinelands and the art of botanical illustration. The exhibit will feature a selection of drawings by Dr. Albert List, as well as drawings by Robin A. Jess, photographs by Rosalie Sherman, scientific collections, and living carnivorous plants. The Albert List Collection, which Rutgers acquired in 2006, is the largest collection of drawings of Pinelands plants. The exhibit will be held in the Chang Science Library, Foran Hall, 59 Dudley Road, Rutgers Cook Campus in New Brunswick. It opens on Friday, April 6, with a reception from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. following the opening, and runs through April 23. Hours are Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Saturday 12:00 noon to 6:00 p.m., and Sunday 12:00 noon to 11:00 p.m. There is no charge for admission. For additional information, contact Rutgers University at (732) 932-9711, ext. 241 or log onto their web page at herbarium.rutgers.edu/pinelands. Hope you can make it! For those who want to read about this unique ecosystem, John A. McPhee's book, The Pine Barrens, remains the standard. You can find it in most New Jersey libraries or purchase a reprint edition at any major bookstore.