Wye Oak Series—From Block to Bird: The Art of the American Decoy with Colin and Mark McNair

Explore new scholarship and fresh perspectives on history through MCHC’s Wye Oak Lecture Series, featuring leading scholars and curators in fine and decorative arts, material culture, and public history. Refreshments included. Member tickets are $15 and non-member tickets are $30.

MCHC welcomes Chesapeake-based father-and-son artisans Mark and Colin McNair for a conversation exploring the rich tradition of American bird carving and wildlife art. A hallmark of American folk art, duck decoys have long served as both practical hunting tools and beautifully crafted works of art, reflecting generations of craftsmanship and a deep appreciation for the natural world.