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Joppa Flats Education Center
Tree Swallows at sunset © Eric Schultz
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Overlooking the Merrimack River and near the entrance to Parker River National Wildlife Refuge, the Joppa Flats Education Center offers unique educational opportunities for people of all ages. Here, you can explore the region’s wildlife-rich habitats (salt marshes, mudflats, rivers, bays, and coastal waters) through guided tours, marine touch tanks, art exhibits, drop-in programs, and interpretive displays.
Location: 1 Plum Island Turnpike, Newburyport, MA 01950
Phone: 978-462-9998
Hours: Tuesday–Friday, 8:30 am-4:00 pm • Weekend hours vary (call for info)
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Joppa Flats Education Center
Take the first step toward becoming a Joppa Flats education volunteer! Sign up for one or more in-the-field training programs, held weekly on Thursday mornings through October 7.
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