Cities can be intense - fast, noisy, full of human activity. But can they also be places of stillness? Of connection with the nature all around (and inside) us? Berlin is full of queer bars, events, protests and spaces - what about non-human queerness? What stories of life are we missing as we race across the city to our next appointment?
Last year, the Queering Nature tour was launched at the Berlin Natural History Museum, exploring the hidden world of non-human queerness and the intersections of power, story-telling and research. Now we want to get outside and meet some of the animals, plants and others we might pass by each day and not even notice. The city is full of life, let’s take some time to discover it together.
Our adventure is in three parts. The first is an introduction by queer ecologist and community organiser, Kes Otter Lieffe. We’ll then explore the park a bit and find some time to slow down and listen to the birds. The second part is a collective game of Queer Animals and Plants bingo! You will receive a bingo card (based on Kes’ colouring book series) and together we’ll find the species listed and hear some stories of their perhaps surprisingly queer lives. We’ll end with an optional picnic on the grass - bring food and drinks to share if you like and we’ll get to know each other a bit better.
Information about the event
- The guided tour takes place on Tuesday, 1 July at 17:00
- The excursion is held in English.
- Participation is free.
- Registration is required under this link.
- Guides: Kes Otter Lieffe and Kim Mortega
- max. 15 participants
- Note: in case of heavy rain the event will be cancelled.
- Meeting point:
Maji-Maji-Allee, 13351 Berlin
https://maps.app.goo.gl/U6HFsfKw9W9juJf36
GPS: 52.555347, 13.332306
Further information
‘Queering Nature’ is also available via our Digital Guide. All you need is your own smartphone. The offer is web-based, no app needs to be installed.