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A grassy meadow lined by green pine trees. An old wooden fence running across the middle of the field.
Brewster's Woods, Concord

Brewster's Woods Wildlife Sanctuary

  • Concord
  • 130 Acres

Plan Your Visit

Brewster's Woods Wildlife Sanctuary is a 130-acre property located along the banks of the Concord River that was formerly part of the country homestead of William Brewster, an early leader in American ornithology and the first President of Mass Audubon.

Directions to Brewster's Woods

Property Regulations

  • Foot travel only; please stay on trails (day passes are available for powered mobility devices)
  • Dog walking and horseback riding are prohibited; please leave all animals and pets at home (service animals welcome)
  • Camping, collecting, smoking, hunting, fishing, releasing of animals, and feeding wildlife is prohibited.
  • Commercial photography needs prior approval; please see all photography guidelines.

Facilities

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Explore Brewster's Woods

  • Four people walking on a bare trail. To their right is a wooden fence and a few trees, to their left is woods and shrubs.
  • A dozen people looking out across a meadow surrounded by forest.
    Brewster's Woods, Concord
  • A pond with scattered Lily Pads. Bare trees and pine trees line the edges of the bank.
    Brewster's Woods, Concord
  • Three Black-eyed Susans next to an old wooden fence. A forest of pine trees in the distance.

Latest News

All Persons Trail in progress at Brewster's Woods
News August 08, 2023

Breaking Ground on Mass Audubon's Newest All Persons Trail at Brewster's Woods

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A wooden door installed in a frame of branches
Welcome to Brewster’s Woods by architect/sculptor William Turville, Brewster's Woods Wildlife Sanctuary, Concord
News December 13, 2022

Find New Art at Brewster’s Woods

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Concord Museum's "Alive with Birds" exhibition logo
News December 15, 2021

Exhibition of Brewster's Woods at Concord Museum

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Sanctuary History

This historic land was formerly part of the country homestead of William Brewster, a recognized leader in ornithology and first president of Mass Audubon.

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Conservation Projects

Mass Audubon has embarked on a multi-year process to understand the ecological systems, mission-oriented opportunities, and community benefits that the property offers.

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