Posted by: Karin Hoffman, Communications
During opening weekend the Burke was fortunate to have two coffee connoisseur's
from Portland Roasting walk visitors through a formal coffee cupping. Cupping is the practice of observing tastes and aromas of brewed coffee by sniffing the coffee, then loudly slurping so it spreads to the back of the tongue. The cupping journey provides tasters the tools to measuring the coffee's body, sweetness, acidity, flavor and aftertaste. Take a look at Stephanie and Marie in action.
And make sure not to miss this weekend's coffee events. On Saturday from 11 am - 2 pm, Tully's will be conducting coffee tastings in the exhibit gallery.
Friday, February 27, 2009
Wednesday, February 25, 2009
Is Psychedelica on tour with The Grateful Dead?
Posted by: Karin Hoffman
Based on the name you might think so, but "Psychedelica" is the new species of fish recently described by our very own curator of fish, Ted Pietsch and UW master’s student Rachel Arnold. The movement of Psychedelica may resemble someone at a Dead show, carefree and uninhibited: they more often hop than swim through the ocean, bouncing off the seafloor with their leg-like fins. Like the tail fins of humpback whales, the stripes of individual fish are distinctive and, according to co-author David Hall, their bright colors are thought to mimic their surrounding environment of corals.
For more fascinating information click here.
©David Hall/seaphotos.com
Tuesday, February 24, 2009
March of the Magellanic Penguins
Posted by: Julia Swan, Communications
New research conducted by Dee Boersma, a University of Washington professor of biology (and a Burke Museum member!) shows that climate change doesn't only affect the well-being of animals living on the poles. Boersma has found that Magellanic penguins, living on the coast of Argentina, are also struggling to reach food supplies. Read all about the research here.
New research conducted by Dee Boersma, a University of Washington professor of biology (and a Burke Museum member!) shows that climate change doesn't only affect the well-being of animals living on the poles. Boersma has found that Magellanic penguins, living on the coast of Argentina, are also struggling to reach food supplies. Read all about the research here.
Thursday, February 19, 2009
The culture of Bhutan
Posted by: Karin Hoffman, Communications
The Burke and the UW Museology program are honored to be hosting a talk by the Secretary of the Ministry of Home and Cultural Affairs of Bhutan, Dasho Penden Wangchuk. Secretary Wangchuk will speak about Bhutan’s cultural heritage, the museums of Bhutan, and the formation of their current touring exhibition, “The Dragon’s Gift: The Sacred Arts of Bhutan.” This is an amazing opportunity to hear first-hand about the challenges this small, Buddhist country faces in sharing its unique culture with the world. For more information on Bhutan check out this article on Smithsonian.com.
The Burke and the UW Museology program are honored to be hosting a talk by the Secretary of the Ministry of Home and Cultural Affairs of Bhutan, Dasho Penden Wangchuk. Secretary Wangchuk will speak about Bhutan’s cultural heritage, the museums of Bhutan, and the formation of their current touring exhibition, “The Dragon’s Gift: The Sacred Arts of Bhutan.” This is an amazing opportunity to hear first-hand about the challenges this small, Buddhist country faces in sharing its unique culture with the world. For more information on Bhutan check out this article on Smithsonian.com.
When: Monday, February 23rd from 2 to 3 pm
Where: Burke Room
Where: Burke Room
Thursday, February 12, 2009
Drum roll please.....
Posted by: Karin Hoffman, Communications
Wow! We’ve got two birthdays and a milestone to celebrate today. 200 years ago Abraham Lincoln, our nations’ 16th president, was born in a one-room log cabin in Kentucky. On the other side of the pond Charles Darwin, the man who introduced the concept of natural selection, was born in Shrewsbury, England (see previous post). And now we can add that on February 12, 2009, the Burke Blog posted its 200th entry!!
In a little over two years Burke bloggers have written about museum controversy, squids and kids, sustainability, birds, birds and more birds, and even Bill Nye the Science Guy. Thanks to all our followers who stay up-to-date on Burke happenings and research by reading this blog. And hey, if you ever have any suggestions for a story or questions you’re dying to have answered, drop us a line, we’d love to hear from you.
If you’re looking for something to do this weekend, the Burke, in partnership with IslandWood and KUOW, is hosting All Roads, On the Roads, a film festival that provides an international platform for indigenous and underrepresented minority-culture artists to share their cultures, stories, and perspectives through the power of film and photography. The event kicks off Friday, February 13th and continues through the weekend. Click here for a full schedule of films. Pre-registration is highly recommended. Visit IslandWood’s Website to register or call 206-855-4300.
200th post!
Wow! We’ve got two birthdays and a milestone to celebrate today. 200 years ago Abraham Lincoln, our nations’ 16th president, was born in a one-room log cabin in Kentucky. On the other side of the pond Charles Darwin, the man who introduced the concept of natural selection, was born in Shrewsbury, England (see previous post). And now we can add that on February 12, 2009, the Burke Blog posted its 200th entry!!In a little over two years Burke bloggers have written about museum controversy, squids and kids, sustainability, birds, birds and more birds, and even Bill Nye the Science Guy. Thanks to all our followers who stay up-to-date on Burke happenings and research by reading this blog. And hey, if you ever have any suggestions for a story or questions you’re dying to have answered, drop us a line, we’d love to hear from you.
If you’re looking for something to do this weekend, the Burke, in partnership with IslandWood and KUOW, is hosting All Roads, On the Roads, a film festival that provides an international platform for indigenous and underrepresented minority-culture artists to share their cultures, stories, and perspectives through the power of film and photography. The event kicks off Friday, February 13th and continues through the weekend. Click here for a full schedule of films. Pre-registration is highly recommended. Visit IslandWood’s Website to register or call 206-855-4300.
Tuesday, February 10, 2009
A whole latte coffee facts (and only one bad pun!)
Posted by: Julia Swan, Communications
Can't get enough of coffee? Maybe you visited Coffee: The World in Your Cup and need a quick refresher on some of the interesting facts you learned about coffee production? Or perhaps you just stumbled upon this blog while you were browsing for more information about how coffee is grown, processed, and consumed?
Take a look at these two slide shows, both created by University of Washington students who participated in an "Exploration Seminar" that took them to Costa Rica and Nicaragua to study coffee first hand. Click on either slide show to view the slides individually.
First up, a look at the growing process by Kimberly Bailor:
Second, a look at shade-grown coffee practices by Scott Swan:
Can't get enough of coffee? Maybe you visited Coffee: The World in Your Cup and need a quick refresher on some of the interesting facts you learned about coffee production? Or perhaps you just stumbled upon this blog while you were browsing for more information about how coffee is grown, processed, and consumed?
Take a look at these two slide shows, both created by University of Washington students who participated in an "Exploration Seminar" that took them to Costa Rica and Nicaragua to study coffee first hand. Click on either slide show to view the slides individually.
First up, a look at the growing process by Kimberly Bailor:
Second, a look at shade-grown coffee practices by Scott Swan:
Monday, February 09, 2009
Happy Birthday Darwin!
Posted by: Karin Hoffman, Communications
Charles Robert Darwin, most notably recognized as the man who first described biological evolution through the lens of natural selection, is turning 200 years-old on February 12th and we’re throwing him a party. Come celebrate Darwin’s birthday with the Burke and the UW’s department of Biology this Thursday, February 12th from 6-8 pm and enjoy displays from the Burke’s collection of mammals, birds, plants, fossils and insects as well as listen to several guest speakers discuss research, evolution and the man himself, Darwin.
There is a great wealth of information dedicated to celebrating and honoring the life of Charles Darwin. Here’s just a little background on the man who wrote On the Origin of Species.
Born in the town of Shrewsbury, England in 1809, Darwin struggled through his formal education, often receiving poor marks in the required subjects of ancient history and Greek. (It is interesting to note that Darwin attended Cambridge to become a member of the clergy.) But through a succession of informal learning opportunities (yeah informal learning!) with his brothers, family acquaintances and professors, he developed a deep appreciation and interest for the natural sciences and collecting. In 1831 Darwin was invited to join the crew of the Beagle as an unpaid naturalist, a decision that would open the door to Darwin’s future. In his own words,
“…the day of the Beagle’s departure would be glorious. My second life will begin and it shall be as a birthday for the rest of my life." – Charles Darwin
Happy Birthday!
Charles Robert Darwin, most notably recognized as the man who first described biological evolution through the lens of natural selection, is turning 200 years-old on February 12th and we’re throwing him a party. Come celebrate Darwin’s birthday with the Burke and the UW’s department of Biology this Thursday, February 12th from 6-8 pm and enjoy displays from the Burke’s collection of mammals, birds, plants, fossils and insects as well as listen to several guest speakers discuss research, evolution and the man himself, Darwin.There is a great wealth of information dedicated to celebrating and honoring the life of Charles Darwin. Here’s just a little background on the man who wrote On the Origin of Species.
Born in the town of Shrewsbury, England in 1809, Darwin struggled through his formal education, often receiving poor marks in the required subjects of ancient history and Greek. (It is interesting to note that Darwin attended Cambridge to become a member of the clergy.) But through a succession of informal learning opportunities (yeah informal learning!) with his brothers, family acquaintances and professors, he developed a deep appreciation and interest for the natural sciences and collecting. In 1831 Darwin was invited to join the crew of the Beagle as an unpaid naturalist, a decision that would open the door to Darwin’s future. In his own words,
“…the day of the Beagle’s departure would be glorious. My second life will begin and it shall be as a birthday for the rest of my life." – Charles Darwin
Happy Birthday!
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