Richard L. James Lecture
Richard L. James Lecture
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In 2012, the Schuylkill Center established the annual Richard L. James Lecture in memory of founding executive director Dick James.
Dick was the charismatic educator, writer, and radio personality that led the organization from 1965 until his retirement in 1996. He pioneered many initiatives, like offering the first environmental education workshop for teachers in Philadelphia. This annual lecture is intended to keep that innovative spirit alive by noting the next new thing we do in the community.
The Richard James Lecture brings leading environmental voices to the Center to discuss cutting-edge environmental issues.
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Richard James (second from right) birdwatching, courtesy of James family album.