Creating Bird-Friendly Communities

Protecting birds and the places they need.

Red-tailed Hawk. Photo: Morris Finkelstein/Audubon Photography Awards

Welcome!

As part of Audubon Connecticut (a state office of the National Audubon Society) and the Atlantic Flyway, Greenwich Audubon Center's mission is to protect birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow. We steward seven nature sanctuaries, totaling 686 acres of diverse habitat in Greenwich, Connecticut. We serve our community as a vibrant education center and the hub for Audubon’s Bird-Friendly Communities work in Connecticut.

Our center building has resumed being OPEN Thursday through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and CLOSED Monday through Wednesday.

Our trail system is open year-round, seven days a week from sun-up to sunset. While using the trails, please adhere to the following rules:

  • No dogs or pets are permitted on the property. Violators will be subjected to fines.
  • No smoking, alcohol, or drugs permitted on the property.
  • No fishing, swimming or skating allowed.
  • No foraging or collecting of any kind.
  • No camping or fires.
  • Trails are for foot traffic only - no bikes, off-road vehicles, horses, or skis.
  • Remain on marked trails at all times.
  • Harassment of birds and wildlife, including the use of audio lures, is strictly prohibited.
  • Hiking can be a strenuous activity: hike at your own risk.
  • Please help keep our sanctuary beautiful! Please carry out what you carry in.

Enjoy the trails and thank you so much for visiting!

Experience Nature with Audubon

Our Center
Greenwich Audubon Center

Our Center

The Greenwich Audubon Center provides many educational opportunities and resources—discover our programs, nature store, coffee lounge, trails, and more

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Ecological Gardens & Landscapes
Programs

Ecological Gardens & Landscapes

Join us for exciting in-person learning opportunities and 2023-2024 course series. Discover how to create your own ecological garden oasis!

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‘Birds & Nature From Around the World’ - Gallery Opening
Things To Do

‘Birds & Nature From Around the World’ - Gallery Opening

Take a journey around the globe to view incredible feats of nature through the lens of Deirdre Corcoran Foote.

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Volunteer
Get Involved

Volunteer

Explore the many ways you can make a difference for both the wildlife and the people who call Connecticut home

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American Goldfinch on Purple Coneflower. Photo: Will Stuart

News & Information

Environmentalist Futures Take Root with the Eco-Leadership Corps
Programs

Environmentalist Futures Take Root with the Eco-Leadership Corps

In its third year, the Greenwich Audubon Center program is preparing students for a future in conservation.

Planting Native Trees and Shrubs at Oneida Sanctuary in Greenwich
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Planting Native Trees and Shrubs at Oneida Sanctuary in Greenwich

At this important wetland ecosystem, plants must be able to tolerate unique coastal conditions.

Mugwort Banished, Trails Created to Bring Oneida Sanctuary to Life
Programs

Mugwort Banished, Trails Created to Bring Oneida Sanctuary to Life

No experience working in gardens, with hand tools, or in land management? No problem for the Eco Leadership Corps!

What is Winter Bird Counting?
Learn & Explore

What is Winter Bird Counting?

Learn how to take part in this fun winter pastime while helping birds and nature too!

Birds by the Billions: A Guide to Spring’s Avian Parade
News

Birds by the Billions: A Guide to Spring’s Avian Parade

Check out this New York Times article about birding within the Flyways during spring migration, which includes a shout-out to Greenwich Audubon Center as a legendary birding location!

Bad Bug Alert: Spotted Lanternfly
News

Bad Bug Alert: Spotted Lanternfly

Connecticut has received worrisome news that there have been sightings of Spotted Lanternfly. We need your help to combat this threat to our native habitats and species.

Hawk Week Video Recordings Available
Greenwich Audubon Center

Hawk Week Video Recordings Available

Did you miss Hawk Week? No worries—you can still enjoy our featured programs and experience the excitement. Access to video recordings of our popular Hawk Week programs is now available for purchase.

Show Your Colors
Learn & Explore

Show Your Colors

Celebrate diversity by choosing, coloring, and sharing these fun coloring pages

‘Black Birders Week’ Promotes Diversity and Takes on Racism in the Outdoors
News

‘Black Birders Week’ Promotes Diversity and Takes on Racism in the Outdoors

Sparked by a racist incident last week in Central Park, the new initiative aims to boost recognition and representation of Black people enjoying and studying the natural world.

Share the Love, #ShareTheShore
Conservation

Share the Love, #ShareTheShore

It's more than just a hashtag. Use this digital toolkit to make waves for vulnerable birds.

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