Fairfield Event:

History Bites Speaker Series:  Trees are often fundamental, if somewhat overlooked, parts of historical sites. Trees can be resources, part of a site’s historicity and interpretation, or part of a larger managed landscape. But in this era of climate change, they can also present a threat to buildings, landscapes, and archaeological resources. They can be historical objects themselves that convey stories, ideas, memories, and values from the past. They are also critical soldiers in slowing climate change, and understanding their cultural, as well as environmental, value can support their preservation when superstorms, wildfires, and developments threaten rural and urban forests.