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.

Birds & Birding
Search for birds at the Boston Nature Center or join a guided program.

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.

Willow Tree Youth Leaders Internship
This internship program is designed to introduce Boston youth to nature, encourage interest in the environment and science, and create future stewards.
Upcoming Programs
See moreArt and Nature: Glorious Fall
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Boston Nature Center and Wildlife Sanctuary, Mattapan
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Saturday, October 18
10:30am-12:00pm
Families - children 4 - 12 years
Insects of Autumn
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Boston Nature Center and Wildlife Sanctuary, Mattapan
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Saturday, October 18
1:00-2:30pm
Adults
Early Explorers: Pumpkins, Gourds and Fall. OH MY!
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Boston Nature Center and Wildlife Sanctuary, Mattapan
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Thursday, October 23
10:30am-12:00pm
Families - children 3 - 6 years
Nature and Wellness: Making Herbal Tea from Local Plants
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Boston Nature Center and Wildlife Sanctuary, Mattapan
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Thursday, October 23
10:30am-12:00pm
Adults
Fall Bird Walk at the Neponset River Reservation
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Neponset River Greenway, Milton
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Saturday, October 25
8:00-10:00am
Adults
Pressed Plants in Clay
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Boston Nature Center and Wildlife Sanctuary, Mattapan
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Saturday, October 25
10:30am-12:00pm
Adults
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