August 19, 2019
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Broad Meadow Brook Conservation Center & Wildlife Sanctuary
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Broad Meadow Brook in Worcester is the largest urban wildlife sanctuary in New England, with over 400 acres cooperatively managed or owned by Mass Audubon. Interpretive signs will guide you along well-marked trails through woods, fields, streams, and marsh. The center also serves as a visitor information site for the Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor.
Location: 414 Massasoit Road, Worcester, MA 01604
Phone: 508-753-6087
Hours: Tuesday–Saturday, 9 am–4 pm; Sunday, 12:30 pm–4 pm; Trails daily, dawn to dusk
Neighborhood Nature
"Neighborhood Nature" in Worcester
Enjoy free activities every week at Elm Park and Green Hill Park! See schedule >
In the Gallery
In the Gallery • Through September 29
Honoring Trees features the photography of the late Tony King. About the exhibit >
Summer Camp (text only)
Still Time for Camp!
BMB's Nature Day Camp offers a variety of programs for campers ages 4.5–16. Weekly sessions run through August 23. Register now >
Blue Star Program (text only)
Free for Military Families
Active-duty military families get free admission to sanctuaries through Labor Day. Get details >
Sanctuary News & Events
Broad Meadow Brook Conservation Center & Wildlife Sanctuary
The Blackstone River Coalition (BRC) is in need of volunteer citizen science water quality monitors (WQM) to collect data at sites in the headwaters region of the watershed. No prior experience needed—we will train you. Seeking volunteers for 2019 testing dates.
Broad Meadow Brook Conservation Center & Wildlife Sanctuary
Play is the natural work of children. Our Discovering Nature program allows children to spend time outdoors learning, explore the wonders of nature, build friendships, and develop a deeper sense of place. Enrolling now for Session 1 (starts September 17)!
Broad Meadow Brook Conservation Center & Wildlife Sanctuary
Broad Meadow Brook is excited to bring the great outdoors back into the city this summer. From canoeing to insect collecting to nature crafts, there's something fun going on in a park near you. And thanks to our sponsors, it's all free!
Upcoming Programs
Stop by Elm Park for activities, crafts, stories, and nature walks. Take a break from the playground to learn about Worcester'... Learn More >
One way to develop our innate ability to identify the many components of our local biodiversity is by learning a dozen key org... Learn More >
The fall migration of the common nighthawk is a spectacular event. Nighthawks can be seen zooming through the early-evening ai... Learn More >
