Description
Carlsbad Caverns is one of the world’s great caves with a rich history dating back to its 1898 discovery. Since its discovery, the cave has been an inspiration for artists from landscape photographer Ansel Adams to Zozobra creator Gustave Baumann. Join caver, artist, and Carlsbad Cavern volunteer Lois Manno as she shares hidden stories of this famous cave and the work being done to preserve this national treasure.
Lois Manno has deep ties to Carlsbad Caverns National Park. In her two decades of volunteerism for the park, she helped with a NOVA documentary and the PBS series Anyplace Wild, curated an exhibit for the park’s art collection, helped develop a gallery in the visitor center, and currently manages its Cable Camouflage Project. She wrote the award-winning book, Visions Underground: Carlsbad Caverns through the Artist’s Eye.