From Real to Mythical : How Wild Animals Inspired the Legends and Lore of Mythological Creatures

Name: From Real to Mythical : How Wild Animals Inspired the Legends and Lore of Mythological Creatures
Start: 2026-04-08T17:00:00-04:00
Location: 47 Maplevale Rd, East Kingston, NH, United States, New Hampshire 03827

Wed, 08 Apr, 2026 at 05:00 pm UTC-04:00

47 Maplevale Rd, East Kingston, NH, United States, New Hampshire 03827 | East Kingston

Publisher/HostEast Kingston Public Library

From Real to Mythical : How Wild Animals Inspired the Legends and Lore of Mythological Creatures

Presented by Susie Spikol - Open to the Public - No Fee to Attend - No Registration Required
See how throughout history, wild animals have inspired mythical creatures. Discover the mammal behind mermaids, the fossils that made the griffin, and how the narwhal’s horn might have given rise to the legend of the unicorn. With images of wildlife and ancient artifacts, this slideshow and discussion will reveal how the natural world can inspire stories, myths, and legends.