Located just outside of downtown Boston on the former grounds of the Boston State Hospital, the Boston Nature Center (BNC) is a community-based urban sanctuary. Trails and boardwalks traverse meadows and wetlands, home to over 150 species of birds, 40 species of butterflies, and more than 350 species of plants. Year-round programs help foster an appreciation for nature and the environment. Read more >
HOURS: Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm; Sat, Sun, & Mon holidays 10 am-4 pm TRAILS: Open daily, dawn to dusk
Support urban environmental education by joining us for a night of beer tasting, live music, bird demonstrations, pub food, and more. This is a 21+ event; valid ID required.
An urban sanctuary with trails and boardwalks that traverse meadows and wetlands; home to over 150 species of birds, 40 species of butterflies, and more than 350 species of plants. Details >
Location
500 Walk Hill Street
Mattapan, MA 02126
617-983-8500 Email Us
