Conferences, Meetings, & Private Family Events

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Changing health and safety regulations have impacted our event guidelines. Please contact us for the most up-to-date information.

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781-259-2204

Habitat offers a unique, natural setting for business meetings, conferences, and intimate family functions.

Our Nature Center, built as a private estate in 1914, houses an art gallery and natural history library. Guests are able to enjoy Habitat’s gardens and trails.

The facilities available include:

  • Large, sunny meeting room (750 sq.ft.) which doubles as our Art Gallery.
  • Outdoor garden and patio (weather permitting)
  • Depending on programming, breakout rooms may be available. Ask Rental Coordinator for details when making your reservation.
Habitat Education Center building

Maximum Capacity

  • 40 people

Availability

  • Tuesday through Sunday, 9:30 am-3:30 pm. Other times may be available by special arrangement.
  • Seasonal: September through May.
  • Weekend rentals may be available during our summer camp season.

Rates

  • $600 per standard rental
  • $100/hour additional fee applies to extend or overstay the agreed upon rental time

Organizations active in conservation and environmental education may be eligible for discounted rates.

Food Storage/Prep

  • Food may be served but not prepared on site.
  • A refrigerator is available for conference use.

Parking

Onsite parking available (carpooling is strongly recommended)

Onsite A/V Equipment

Projection screen, dry erase board, and easel

Additional Amenities

  • Wi-Fi is available
  • Use of tables and chairs is included in the standard rental fee.
  • We will set up tables and chairs to your specifications.
  • Participants are welcome to explore the sanctuary.
  • Guided walks around the sanctuary may be arranged through the Mass Audubon Metro West education department for an additional fee.

Please note: our upper floors house offices and classrooms and are not open to the public.