Coexistence and Community from the Nilgiris to New York

Dr. Tarsh Thekaekara, Director of The Real Elephant Collective, discussed the elephant-human interactions that prompted this migration. Ruth Ganesh, Trustee of Elephant Family + Co-Founder of The Coexistence Collective, highlighted the coexistence of humans and elephants in the Nilgiris. Terri Carta, Executive Director of Jamaica Bay-Rockaway Park Conservancy, addressed urban conservation in NYC, and Jeffrey LeFrancois, Executive Director of Meatpacking BID, showcased the district’s role in connecting art, policy, and culture. The event highlighted how global and local communities can collaborate for conservation, setting the stage for continued conversations throughout the residency.

From September 7 through October 20, experience the presence of the herd in Meatpacking and explore their powerful story of coexistence.

Highline Stages proudly serves as the presenting Meatpacking sponsor for the Great Elephant Migration. Additional supporters include:

• Google
• Gansevoort Hotel
• Jamestown
• Related Companies
• Romanoff Equities
• TF Cornerstone