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. Read more >
Location: 1 Plum Island Turnpike, Newburyport, MA 01950 Phone: 978-462-9998 Hours: Tuesday-Sunday & Monday holidays, 8:30 am-4:00 pm
Celebrate the joy of winter birding with our ever-popular annual event! Each January, birding teams of all ages go head-to-head in a 12-hour race to spot as many species as they can.
Deep winter is on its way—and with it, the bald eagles return to the Merrimack Valley. Join us for this annual festival to celebrate these special winter residents of the greater Newburyport area.
Drop in to Joppa Flats on Sundays this winter for an up-close wildlife experience! Watch bird banding expert Ben Flemer as he presents live demonstrations on bird research and banding. Starts December 30.
Take your birding to a higher level in this program developed by college faculty, experienced birders, and professional ornithologists. Learn More >
Birthday Parties
Looking for a place to have an exciting and memorable birthday? We offer birthday parties with fun outdoor activities led by a naturalist. Learn More >
Location: Newburyport
Celebrate region’s wildlife-rich habitats through guided tours, marine touch tanks, art exhibits, drop-in programs, and interpretive displays. Details >
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1 Plum Island Turnpike
Newburyport, MA 01950
978-462-9998 Email Us
