Online Lecture: Hallowed Spaces — Trees, Temples & the Shape of the Sacred

Two Arctic islands, one incredible voyage — experience the volcanic and frozen landscapes of Iceland and Greenland on this learning adventure via expedition ship.

Join us on Wednesday, June 4, 2025 at 2 p.m. (ET)/11 a.m. (PT) for a one-hour lecture and Q&A to learn about how sacred texts are used in different religious traditions.

Hike Catalonia’s Costa Brava, where crystal-clear waters, vineyard cliffs and hidden coves meet ancient ruins, modernist art, and timeless Mediterranean landscapes.

Join us on Thursday, July 10, 2025, at 2 p.m. (ET)/ 11 a.m. (PT), for a free one-hour lecture and Q&A highlighting room-by-room tips that reduce risk and support aging in place.

Hike the Southern Blue Ridge Mountains on a women-only adventure! Explore scenic trails, wildflowers and mountain life with a naturalist while learning Appalachian folklore and history.

Join us on Monday, July 8, 2025, at 2 p.m. (ET)/ 11 a.m. (PT), for a one-hour lecture and Q&A to learn about the rich and surprising history of Gettysburg beyond the battlefield.

Join us on Monday, July 21, 2025, at 1 p.m. (ET)/ 10 a.m. (PT), for a one-hour lecture and Q&A to learn about the real-life inspirations behind Herman Melville’s "Moby-Dick."

Join us on Tuesday, Aug. 12, 2025, at 2 p.m. (ET)/ 11 a.m. (PT), for a one-hour lecture and Q&A to learn how New York City’s architecture reflects its history, growth and identity.

Discover Texas heritage — explore the historic districts of Austin, learn about agriculture in the Hill Country and experience traditional dance, music and food in San Antonio.

Join us on Wednesday, July 9, 2025, at 1 p.m. (ET)/10 a.m. (PT), for a one-hour lecture and Q&A to learn about Mote Marine Lab’s conservation work for marine life.