Boston Nature Center & Wildlife Sanctuary
Programs & Activities at Boston Nature Center
Boston Nature Center offers a wide variety of programs for people of all ages. Whether you're new to nature or an outdoors aficionado, there's something for everyone.
Pathways to Nature Preschool
Children explore, discover, observe, and experience the natural world using all of their senses while developing an appreciation for nature.
Family Fun
Ready for some outdoor adventure? We’ve got all kinds of fun programs and activities for you and your friends and family!
Facility Rentals
Boston Nature Center offers a unique and natural setting for birthday parties, social events, and meetings.
Upcoming Programs
See moreFall Bird Walk at BNC
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Boston Nature Center and Wildlife Sanctuary, Mattapan
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Saturday, September 20
8:00-10:00am
Adults
Early Explorers: Treemendous Trees
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Boston Nature Center and Wildlife Sanctuary, Mattapan
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Thursday, September 25
10:30am-12:00pm
Families - children 3 - 5 years
Harvesting and Pickling
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Boston Nature Center and Wildlife Sanctuary, Mattapan
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Thursday, September 25
10:30am-12:00pm
Adults
Rockin' with Raptors Festival
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Boston Nature Center and Wildlife Sanctuary, Mattapan
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Saturday, September 27
12:00-3:00pm
Adults & Families - 0 - 17
Wednesday Morning Birding at BNC
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Boston Nature Center and Wildlife Sanctuary, Mattapan
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Wednesday, October 1
8:00-10:00am
Adults
Early Explorers: It's Fall
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Boston Nature Center and Wildlife Sanctuary, Mattapan
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Thursday, October 2
10:30am-12:00pm
Families - children 3 - 5 years
Programs for Schools
We offer hands-on, nature-based education programs for students both onsite and offsite. We can work with you to develop a curriculum that meets your needs.
Programs for Groups
Book an educational nature-based programs for your garden club, senior center, historical group, Scout troop, or other club or organization.