Audubon Connecticut
Working together for birds, nature, and people
Working together for birds, nature, and people of Connecticut & the Atlantic Flyway
Photo: Jonathan Doster
As part of Audubon Connecticut (a state office of the National Audubon Society) and the Atlantic Flyway, Sharon Audubon Center's mission is to protect birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow. We steward four nature sanctuaries and 3,000 primarily wooded acres in Northwestern Connecticut. We serve our community as an engaging nature education center, Wildlife Rehabilitation Clinic, and the hub for Audubon’s Forests conservation work in Connecticut.
Visitors are welcome to enjoy trails, live animal exhibits, nature programs, and conservation-themed events throughout the year. Come learn and explore with us!
Explore and observe nature with a relaxing walk on our trails—open daily from sunrise to sunset for a small fee (members free)
Discover the amazing work and life of John James Audubon—one of America’s greatest naturalists! Join Sharon Audubon Center as we participate in an exciting collaborative celebration featuring community-wide exhibits, special events, and programs from August 30 thru December 13, 2019.
How do we increase the statewide population of American Kestrels? One nest box at a time.
Come meet our Birds of Prey—our aviaries can be viewed daily from sunrise to sunset for a small fee (members free)
Come browse a wide selection of nature supplies and gifts for children and adults. Our store is open Tuesday thru Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday 1 to 5 p.m.
Our engaging nature programs offer unique opportunities to connect with and learn about the outdoors
Our center is home to many species of non-releasable birds and wildlife who are nature ambassadors—teaching thousands of people each year about the importance of animal and natural habitat protection
Stop by and enjoy FREE live animal and educational exhibits, and our Nature Store throughout the year
Sharon Audubon Center's Wildlife Rehabilitation Program treats hundreds of injured, orphan, and/or sick animals each year. See our rehabilitation work in action on Instagram.
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There are many great ways you can get involved with Sharon Audubon Center and make a difference for both the wildlife and the people who call Connecticut home.
Sharon Audubon Center is one of three Audubon Connecticut centers. Discover more of what Audubon has to offer.
Where birds thrive, people prosper. Help us transform local communities into places where birds flourish. Learn what you can do to nurture wildlife, nature, and conservation in Connecticut.
Through land stewardship, science, education, and advocacy, we work to preserve habitat and protect bird species that are of state, national, and global concern. Your gift makes a difference.
When you become a member of Sharon Audubon Center, you are protecting critical woodlands and a natural heritage for generations to come. Help us do great things.
