‘The Joy of Birds: The Art of Robert Hafey’
Event information
Date: Thursday, June 5, 2025
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Fee: Free!
Age: All ages.
Contact: 815-722-9470
Photo courtesy of Robert Hafey
Event details
This ongoing program runs from Thursday, June 5, to Sunday, July 6. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesdays to Sundays.
This personal exhibition presents the work of local photographer and watercolor artist Robert Hafey. From Hafey: “Growing up as a free-range child, I had the opportunity to explore the natural world all around me. That exposure led to a lifelong interest in, and admiration of, the natural world. I also have some background in creative arts, although until 2024 I had not drawn or painted for over 40 years. So at the start of 2024 I set a personal goal to build a portfolio and become an artist. When deciding what to paint, I was influenced by the hundreds of bird photographs I had taken while hiking the Will County Forest Preserve trails. Birds are loved by all. They have always and will continue to spark our interest because of their beauty and ability to fly. That is why, for me, they are the perfect subject.”
Event requirements
No registration required.
This exhibit is fully inclusive, welcoming individuals of all abilities. Four Rivers is an accessible facility. Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service to participate in this program should submit a request online no later than 48 hours before the program.