(from the glass plate negatives in the Bell Museum of Natural History collection)


– Birdbath at Frank Commons residence, 1923


– Birdbath on wall at W.C. Edgar’s place, 1923


– Birdbath in front yard at W.C. Edgar’s place, 1923


– Birdbath at Franklin M. Crosby’s with Johnny Crosby, August 12, 1923, Lake Minnetonka


– Birdbath at John Crosby’s, August 12, 1923, Lake Minnetonka

To learn about birdbaths, why birds need water, and to get practical tips on how to install a birdbath in your own yard, read “Providing Water for Birds,” in the Cornell Lab of Ornithology’s pdf publication, Bird Notes from Sapsucker Woods. I like the conclusion, “Remember: if you’re trying to make your backyard a better place for birdlife, few things are more attractive than a well-maintained birdbath. Just add water and watch the fun.“