Boston Nature Center & Wildlife Sanctuary
Programs & Activities at Boston Nature Center
Boston Nature Center offers a wide variety of programs for people of all ages. Whether you're new to nature or an outdoors aficionado, there's something for everyone.

Pathways to Nature Preschool
Children explore, discover, observe, and experience the natural world using all of their senses while developing an appreciation for nature.

Family Fun
Ready for some outdoor adventure? We’ve got all kinds of fun programs and activities for you and your friends and family!

Facility Rentals
Boston Nature Center offers a unique and natural setting for birthday parties, social events, and meetings.
Upcoming Programs
See moreBoston Area Beekeepers Open Hives
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Boston Nature Center and Wildlife Sanctuary, Mattapan
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Saturday, July 12
10:00am-12:00pm
Families - children 5 - 12 years
Summer Tree Identification Hike
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Boston Nature Center and Wildlife Sanctuary, Mattapan
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Saturday, July 12
10:30am-12:00pm
Adults
Summer Bird Walk at Millennium Park
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Millennium Park, Boston
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Sunday, July 13
8:00-10:00am
Adults
Boston Area Beekeepers Open Hives
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Boston Nature Center and Wildlife Sanctuary, Mattapan
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Saturday, July 19
10:00am-12:00pm
Families - children 5 - 12 years
Summer Bird Walk
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Boston Nature Center and Wildlife Sanctuary, Mattapan
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Saturday, July 26
8:00-10:00am
Adults
Boston Area Beekeepers Open Hives
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Boston Nature Center and Wildlife Sanctuary, Mattapan
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Saturday, July 26
10:00am-12:00pm
Families - children 5 - 12 years
Programs for Schools
We offer hands-on, nature-based education programs for students both onsite and offsite. We can work with you to develop a curriculum that meets your needs.
Programs for Groups
Book an educational nature-based programs for your garden club, senior center, historical group, Scout troop, or other club or organization.