The Nature Bar

An Experience by Voice for Nature and the Natural History Museum
Glasgow, 5 – 7 November 2021
at the New York Times Climate Hub
Hello friend We hope you'll join us for nature conversation and connection
Glasgow, 5 – 7 November 2021
at the New York Times Climate Hub

The Experience

When we’re willing to slow down, listen and learn, Nature reveals all. She not only provides us with the questions but she also shows us the answers.

So it’s with this deep appreciation and respect for the natural world that The Nature Bar was born as a collaboration between the Voice For Nature Collective and the Natural History Museum.

The Nature Bar will host a group of extraordinary individuals: policy makers, environmentalists, scientists, journalists, storytellers, and artists to speak on behalf of Nature.

Our programming will focus on personal and tangible perspectives that will be grounded in knowledgeable and honest dialogues. The perfect recipe to leave you feeling recharged, challenged, entertained, and personally empowered to give Nature a voice.

Artist impression for illustration purposes only

Programme & Events

The Nature Bar will be open from 10am – Late, from 5th–7th November. RSVP for special events below.

Day Programme, Friday 5th Nov

10am–4:30pm
Sessions 10am–12pm
  • Nature Blessing
    Early morning meditation session with Stuart Murdoch from Belle & Sebastian
  • Overheard at COP26
    Discussing the news of the day with Clover Hogan, David de Rothschild & The Natural History Museum Scientists
  • One more thing…
    with Kathleen Hamilton & Vida Han
  • Fireside Chat
    With Ellie Goulding, Activist & Musician, Leticia Carvalho, UNEP, and David de Rothschild, founder of Voice for Nature
Sessions 12pm–2pm
  • Painting a Thousand Pictures
    The Power of Data Visualization with Clare Matterson, Will Marshall, Prof. Yadvinder Malhi, and Dr. Adriana de Palma.
  • One more thing…
    with Mihskakwan James Harper - Youth, indigenous and the unheard voices of the climate crisis
  • One more thing…
    with Daphne Frias
  • Plotting a Course for Mother Earth
    A Discussion with Bertrand Piccard & David de Rothschild
  • Aligning Climate Change and Biodiversity
    With Yadvinder Malhi, Professor of Ecosystem Science at Oxford and Nathalie Seddon, Professor of Biodiversity at Oxford
Sessions 2pm–4pm
  • This Means the World to Me
    With The Natural History Museum Scientists
  • From Devil's Breath
    Film Screening and Q&A

Evening Programme, Friday 5th Nov

5:30pm–10:30pm
Private Reception (Invite Only) 5:30-6pm - The Lost Explorer Mezcal Sessions 6pm–10:30pm
  • Evening Keynote
    With David de Rothschild, Doug Gurr and Chris Packham with opening music by Mark Heavenor
  • In Conversation
    DJ Jayda G with Dr. Adriana De Palma, NHM Senior Researcher, and Daphne Frias, Youth Climate Activist
  • Music by Mark Heavenor
  • Nature Bar Quiz
    Hosted by Stuart Murdoch and Sarah Martin from Belle & Sebastian and The Natural History Museum Scientists
  • DJ Jayda G
    Music Set

Daytime Programme, Saturday 6th Nov

10am–4:30pm
Sessions 10am–12pm
  • Nature Blessing
    Early morning meditation session with Stuart Murdoch from Belle & Sebastian
  • Overheard at COP26
    Discussing the news of the day with Clover Hogan, David de Rothschild & The Natural History Museum Scientists
  • In conversation
    With Myrtle Simpson - Trailblazer on Ice. Introduction by Photographer Martin Hartley
  • The Coldest Swim on Earth
    A conversation with Lewis Pugh and David de Rothschild
  • This Means the World to Me
    Polar Cyanobacteria with The Natural History Museum Scientists
Sessions 12pm–4pm
  • One more thing…
    With Archana Soreng
  • In Conversation
    With Janine Benyus and David de Rothschild - Asking Nature's Advice
  • After Antarctica
    Film Screening and Q&A with Will Steger
  • This Means the World to Me
    Mycorrhizal fungi with The Natural History Museum Scientists
  • Rights of Nature
    An Urgent and Transformative Movement to Address Climate Change in conversation with Mumta Ito, Maureen Penjueli, Michelle Bender, Earth Law Center, Cormac Cullinan, Environmental Attorney, Julio Prieto, Environmental Lawyer, Myra Jackson, UN Representative and David de Rothschild, founder of United Nations of Nature

Evening Programme, Saturday 6th Nov

5:30pm–10:30pm
Private Reception (Invite Only) 5:30–6pm - The Lost Explorer Mezcal Sessions 6pm–10:30pm
  • A Night to Give Nature a Voice
    With Oliver Jeffers, Visual Artist & Author, Bruce Parry, Explorer and Documentarian, Spell Song Singers, Maverick Sabre, Stuart Murdoch & Stevie Jackson from Belle & Sebastian, Sandrayati Fay, Musical Artist, and Nonette Royo, Lawyer & Activist

Daytime Programme, Sunday 7th Nov

10am–4:30pm
Sessions 10am–12pm
  • Nature Blessing
    Early morning meditation session with Stuart Murdoch from Belle & Sebastian
  • Overheard at COP26
    Discussing the news of the day with David de Rothschild & The Natural History Museum Scientists
  • This Means the World to Me
    Horsefield's Tarsier with The Natural History Museum Scientists
  • Innovation of Nature - Listen Closely, I Have Much To Tell
    A conversation with Gothamie Weerakoon, Botanist, Janine Benyus, Biologist & Author, Ellie Banwell, Scientist & Designer and Lauren Bowker, Materials Alchemist
Sessions 12pm–2pm
  • One more thing…
    with Anjali, Destiny and Nyleti of Choked Up
  • Culture Matters - Protecting the Protectors
    A discussion with Cultural Sanctuaries Foundation, Atossa Soltani, founder of Amazon Watch, Domingo Peas Nampichkai, Achuar nation of Ecuadorian Amazon, Nonette Royo, Lawyer & Activist with Introduction from Celine Cousteau, filmmaker and socio-environmental advocate
  • This Means the World to Me
    Galapagos Tomato with The Natural History Museum Scientists
  • Fireside Chat
    Biodiversity with Gregorio Diaz Mirabal, coordinator general of COICA, Doreen Robinson United Nations Head of Biodiversity, Leticia Carvalho, United Nations Head of Oceans, and Andy Purvis, NHM Researcher
Sessions 2pm–4pm
  • Mission JOY
    Film Screening and Q&A with The Natural History Museum Scientists
  • Closing Meditation Session
    With Stuart Murdoch from Belle & Sebastian

Nourish & Sip

The Nature Bar will offer delicious café style grab & go food and beverages - pastries, salad bowls, sandwiches, coffee and tea provided by Nomad.

The Lost Explorer Mezcal Reception will be hosted by The Lost Explorer Mezcal brand ambassador - Deano Moncrieffe, joined by graduates of the Equal Measures Project. Serving Mezcal cocktails and canapes made from locally-sourced ingredients.

Partners

Natural History Museum

The Natural History Museum is a world-class visitor attraction and leading science institution. They use their unique collection and unrivaled expertise to address some of the biggest challenges facing the world today. The Natural History Museum cares for more than 80m objects spanning billions of years and welcomes more than five million visitors from around the world annually. They are an education partner with a team of scientists to inspiring people to learn about our natural world, and the steps we need to take to protect it.

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Voice for Nature

We want to give Nature a new voice, one that’s bold rather than bleak. Nature needs to become something we appreciate, celebrate and elevate, not something we fear and forget. Our activations strive to push beyond traditional Nature narratives. We believe that, like in Nature itself, abundance, diversity, cooperation, and exchange is what leads to innovation and evolution. Voice for Nature is a collective endeavor. Our vision is realized through collaborative actions. Together we change the conversation around Nature and create measurable positive impact in the world.

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Cocktail hour: Mezcal and Canapés supported by The Lost Explorer Mezcal

The Lost Explorer

The Award-Winning Lost Explorer Mezcal is committed to the sustainable production of high-quality handcrafted mezcal in a manner that benefits the local mezcal-producing community in Oaxaca and protects the land’s biodiversity, with the long-term mission of becoming the most sustainable mezcal brand in the world. In this journey, they hold themselves to the highest standards of globally recognized pillars of environmental excellence, while constantly striving to raise the bar for the industry.

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Equal Measures Project

The Equal Measures Education and Mentorship Project aims to offer underrepresented minorities the opportunity to add relevant training and qualifications to their CVs, meet people who can inspire their career, and challenge the biases of hiring practices in the hospitality industry.

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Rewild Yourself

Voice For Nature will be sponsoring a legacy forest planting with rewilding partner SUGi project at Oakwood Primary School in Glasgow, Scotland on November 8th, 2021.

Image courtesy of Sugi

Find Us / Map

The Nature Bar

The Nature Bar is housed within the Warehouse of the New York Times Climate Hub.

At the New York Times Climate Hub
SWG3 STUDIO WAREHOUSE
100 Eastvale Place
Glasgow
G3 8QG
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Image courtesy of the New York Times Climate Hub

Sponsors

Thank you to our funding sponsors.

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