Hungerford Nature Center

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A non-profit educational institution provides science and environmental programs, special events, interactive STEAM exhibits, a playground, a pond, 27 acres of forested habitat with walking trails and is home to a variety of domestic and wild animals.

🎣 Family Fishing is back!Charlie is teaching another family fun day! If you weren’t able to make the first one, or if yo...
05/29/2026

🎣 Family Fishing is back!

Charlie is teaching another family fun day! If you weren’t able to make the first one, or if you want another go at catching some aquatic friends, now’s your chance!

🐠 Learn rules, gear setup, safe casting, knot tying, fish handling, and how to find and catch fish. All equipment is provided, including rods and tackle.

🎟️ Admission includes one fisher (ages 8–16) and up to two adults. Sign up at the link in our bio and we will see you next week, fisher friends!

05/28/2026

🫶🏼 We are building something big, and thanks to it is becoming a reality very soon!

✨ The Youth Museum is officially a part of Hungerford Nature Center, and we are rebuilding it to be mobile! Educating the youth is our mission. That means we will be more accessible to communities, offering Interactive exhibits,
live animal programs, hands on STEM Activities and more! From individual on location programs to multi day pop up events, the mobile museum is bringing stem & nature to the community…ALL MOBILE! 🚌

🙏🏽 Thank you to the Petit Foundation and Dr. Petit himself for helping us bring this to life. We could not complete this mission without them. Also, we can use YOUR help!

Visit our website linked in the bio above to support our goal and bring this mobile museum to the community. Anything help! We truly appreciate the support and love from all of you! 💚

🦇 Bats are becoming endangered in Connecticut, and awareness is the first step to helping to solve this problem. This hi...
05/25/2026

🦇 Bats are becoming endangered in Connecticut, and awareness is the first step to helping to solve this problem. This high school team from is here to offer their take on it and how we can help.

💫 This Saturday we are offering a FREE educational experience to learn about these fascinating creatures! Join us on 5/30 from 10am-12pm right here at Hungerford Nature Center! Swing by and learn about these majestic and important part of our ecosystem.

🇺🇸 On this day of reflection we’d like to take a moment to say thank you to those who served. We truly appreciate their ...
05/25/2026

🇺🇸 On this day of reflection we’d like to take a moment to say thank you to those who served. We truly appreciate their service and sacrifice for our country. We hope everyone has a memorable and safe Memorial Day with their families, friends, and loved ones. 🙏🏽

🚨 Job opening alert! Arts & Crafts Specialist needed for a summer contract! Details above in photos. To apply please ema...
05/22/2026

🚨 Job opening alert!

Arts & Crafts Specialist needed for a summer contract!
Details above in photos. To apply please email Emily at [email protected] or click the link our bio for additional information!

👩🏼‍🍳 We are excited to be a part of this incredible program with teaching our young community how to cook using fresh q...
05/21/2026

👩🏼‍🍳 We are excited to be a part of this incredible program with teaching our young community how to cook using fresh quality and real ingredients!

This is an amazing partnership program that will take place at Hungerford this summer. Head over to the children & families page on our website to register today!

💫 It is with great pleasure that we present Hungerford Nature Center’s new logo! We took our time designing this logo be...
05/15/2026

💫 It is with great pleasure that we present Hungerford Nature Center’s new logo!

We took our time designing this logo because we wanted it to represent what we stand for.

✅ We engage our community by sparking curiosity, nurturing, understanding, and encouraging stewardship of our natural world. This logo encompasses everything we stand for: Nature, animals, families, children and our love for the environment around us, and our community!

💚 We are making some huge changes this year and we are so grateful for everyone who has remained with us throughout our journey. We have plenty of surprises and updates in store so stay tuned!

😊 In the meantime time, swing by and pay us a visit, or head to our website to see our upcoming events and programs. Link in the bio above. There’s something for everyone!

05/12/2026

🐞We have two incredible outdoor spring programs coming up for our kiddos ages 3-6 and 6-12! Happening every Thursday May 21-June 11.

🐛 Bug Bonanza for 3-6 year olds! Creepy, crawly, and completely captivating! Investigate insects and other small creatures through magnifiers, nets, and outdoor exploration. Participants discover how insects interact with the world around them, building curiosity and STEM skills in a fun, hands-on way.

🐢 Pond Life Explorers for 6-12 year olds! Dive into aquatic ecosystems using nets, magnifiers, and observation techniques to study the plants and animals that live in ponds and streams. Hands-on exploration encourages careful observation, data collection, and a deeper understanding of freshwater habitats.

Sign up for these programs in the link in our bio. Can’t wait to see you nature lovers!

05/07/2026

💚 May is Mental Health Awareness Month!

🌱 The American Psychological Association at finds that feeling connected to nature is directly associated with benefits to well being. A special thank you to for supporting such an important cause!

☀️Step outside this month, get some sunshine, and ground yourself in the beauty of nature. Here at Hungerford we have plenty of trails and outdoor areas for you to explore at any time to get a piece of that well being, naturally. Feel free to swing by if you need a pick me up. We are here for you. 🫶🏼

Address

191 Farmington Avenue
Berlin, CT
06037

Opening Hours

Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 9am - 4pm
Sunday 9am - 4pm

Telephone

+18608279064

Website

http://zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/sips-and-spring-peepers

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