The Sherman-Hagerman Bird Festival is a multi-location, multi-activity celebration of our feathered friends in nature and art as spring migration is in full swing at Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge on Lake Texoma. Events will take place at both the Refuge and throughout the Downtown Sherman Cultural District. Hagerman NWR serves as refuge and breeding grounds for migratory birds and is well known for the diversity of birds that can be found here. In all, 338 species have been counted, including American white pelicans, warblers, hummingbirds, and nesting tanagers, painted and indigo buntings, and nesting bald eagles. Hagerman activities run from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. and include bird walks, tram tours, children’s activities, three lectures, and book signing with Sam Crowe – Photographic Guide to the Birds of North America.

Sherman Cultural District will complement Hagerman activities by celebrating all things bird in fine art and avian-themed offerings starting at 8 a.m. Come for Breakfast With the Birds, then visit shops and restaurants for the Birds of a Feather Art Walk, gallery shows, fantasy birdhouse competition, bird merchandise, culinary specials and drink flights to finish the evening. Sherman Public Library will host family activities and bird talks. Five original bird sculptures will be dedicated, part of a new public art collection honoring Sherman’s unique connection to Hagerman NWR.

The festival is organized by the Friends of Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge and Sherman Cultural District.