Blue Hills Trailside Museum

About

Operated in partnership with the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation, the Blue Hills Trailside Museum is the interpretive center for the state-owned Blue Hills Reservation and features a natural history museum and outdoor exhibits of native wildlife. The animals on display—including Snowy Owls and a River Otter—have been rescued and would not survive in the wild.

Location: 1904 Canton Ave, Milton, MA 02186
Phone: 617-333-0690
Hours: Tuesday-Sunday & Monday holidays, 10:00 am-5:00 pm; Outdoor Exhibits open daily, dawn to dusk

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Otter Fund

Support the Otter Fund

American River Otter at Trailside © Shawn Carey

Honor Sanctuary Director Norman Smith's retirement with a gift to the Otter Exhibit Maintenance Fund. Donate >

Snowy Owl Project - spring/summer

Snowy Owl Project

Norman Smith about to release a rescued Snowy Owl

We've been tracking & relocating Snowy Owls from Boston Logan Airport since 1981. More Info >

Birthday Parties

Celebrate your child's next birthday with our fun, nature-themed parties! Get the Details >

Visit the Gift Shop

Find a variety of products that help explain, identify, and celebrate the wonders of nature. Learn More >

Sanctuary News & Events

Owl Festival