June 20, 2019
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Boston Nature Center & Wildlife Sanctuary
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Located just outside of downtown Boston on the former grounds of the Boston State Hospital, the Boston Nature Center 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.
Location: 500 Walk Hill Street, Mattapan, MA 02126
Phone: 617-983-8500
Hours: Monday–Friday, 9 am-5 pm; Saturday, Sunday & Monday holidays, 10 am-4 pm; Trails open daily, dawn to dusk
Nature Preschool
Nature Preschool
Our Pathways to Nature preschool provides a high-quality, hands-on nature program for children ages 3–6. Enroll Today >
Facility & Event Rentals
Host an Event at BNC
We offer a unique and natural setting for birthday parties, social events, meetings, & public programs! Get the Details >
Sanctuary News & Events
Boston Nature Center & Wildlife Sanctuary
Mass Audubon is proud to offer free admission to active-duty U.S. military personnel and their families through Labor Day thanks to the Blue Star Museums program.
Boston Nature Center & Wildlife Sanctuary
We're teaming up with Moose Hill, our sister wildlife sanctuary in Sharon, to offer Mass Audubon members the opportunity for fresh, organic vegetables over the course of 18 weeks! Started May 30.
Boston Nature Center & Wildlife Sanctuary
Registration is now open for Boston Nature Center Camp in Mattapan and West Roxbury! We’re looking forward to sunshine, summertime, and days filled with adventure in the great outdoors.
Upcoming Programs
Join Mattapan Food & Fitness Coalition at the BNC for a wonderful day of fitness, food, and fun! Activities will include n... Learn More >
Come on over the BNC and stretch your legs with a walk on our trails, and your mind with lots to discover in our forests, mead... Learn More >
Nature is full of colors, sounds, and interesting things for toddlers to explore. In this one hour program will incorporate st... Learn More >
