Nature Activities
Art & Photography
Whether your preferred medium is paint, graphite, or photographs, we'll help you enjoy the beauty of nature in a whole new light. Let nature be your muse by finding inspiration at one of our sanctuaries or join a program to deepen your skills.
Museum of American Bird Art
The Museum of American Bird Art at Mass Audubon (MABA) is a professional art museum and home to Mass Audubon's extensive art collection.
Featured Stories
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"Flight Over Dunes in Autumn" by Cindy House, pastel, 2009Art of Birds Lecture Series
Each year, the Museum of American Bird Art assembles some of the most thought-provoking nature- and bird-inspired artists for its Art of Birds lecture series.
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Sanderlings © Leah DesrochersHow to Become a Better Bird Photographer
Learn the ins and outs of taking stellar bird photos.
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Museum of American Bird Art, CantonThe Nature of Art: Deepening Conservation Connections
For more than 100 years, Mass Audubon has proudly maintained a prestigious collection of nature- and bird- inspired art. Now we are looking forward to new and innovative ways to bring our collection and programs to even wider audiences.
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Beach in Falmouth © Evan GuarinoHow to Take a Winning Photo
Looking to improve your photography skills? Here are just a few tricks of the trade.
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A Quick Guide to Nature Journaling
Nature journaling is an easy and inspiring way to connect with nature anywhere and everywhere.
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In Your Words: Shawn Carey
Mass Audubon staff members have helped me become more knowledgeable about the natural world, and in turn, I felt the need to do my part in helping to protect wildlife and wild places.
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RenderingBuilding a New Center for Art at Mass Audubon
By drawing on both our historical collections as well as amplifying contemporary voices, MABA will create a space that engages artists and explores new media, from dance and performance to soundscapes and environmental art.
Congratulations to Our Grand Prize Winner!
It takes a keen eye to capture the perfect wildlife photo. Jordan Lavino, the 2025 Grand Prize Winner of Mass Audubon's Photo Contest, showcased his attention to detail in the winning shot—well done!
Find a Place to Explore Art
Mass Audubon wildlife sanctuaries across the state offer plentiful opportunities to both make and view art.
Find a sanctuary
Current Art Exhibits
Wild - All the Time, Paintings by Paula Pitman Brown at Habitat
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Art at Habitat: Colors of Nature - Acrylic Paintings by Tracy Levesque
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Art at Habitat: In It Together
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Waterways of Western Mass: Visions in Drypoint and Woodcut
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Art at Broadmoor: Eliza Brown
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Art at Habitat: A Fantastical Field Guide – The Art of Zach Melisi
Keep ReadingArt & Photography Programs
See MoreLooking Closely: The Art and Ecology of Vernal Pools
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Museum of American Bird Art Education Center, Canton
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Tuesday, April 14
10:30am-12:30pm
Adults
Create and Connect: Nature and Art Open Studios
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Museum of American Bird Art Education Center, Canton
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Wednesday, April 15
12:30-2:00pm
Adults
The Nest Nature Journal Club
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Museum of American Bird Art Education Center, Canton
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Saturday, April 18
11:30am-1:30pm
Adults
Nature and Art at The Nest: Explore, Gather, and Create
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Museum of American Bird Art Education Center, Canton
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Saturday, April 18
11:30am-1:30pm
Families - children 5 - 17
Introduction to Bird Photography
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Boston Nature Center and Wildlife Sanctuary, Mattapan
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Sunday, April 19
9:00am-12:00pm
Adults
Smartphone Nature Photography: Signs of Spring
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Magazine Beach Park Nature Center, Cambridge
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Sunday, April 19
1:00-2:30pm
Adults
Photography Guidelines & Requests
Be sure to follow our ethical photography guidelines and to submit a request if you'd like to use one of our wildlife sanctuaries for commercial photography.
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