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Our programs incorporate learning through nature and offer a unique opportunity for children to develop friendships, learn through hands-on activities, discover through play, and grow as creative problem solvers. See what's happening!

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Help create a wonderful experience for our visitors, keep our organization strong, and make our landscape and gardens beautiful. We offer volunteer opportunities for many age groups and interests. Learn more.

 

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Hitchcock Center for the Environment
Hitchcock Center for the EnvironmentJune 1, 2023 at 6:18pm
Join us for a Forest Bathing ART Workshop this weekend! Local Forest Bathing guide and ecological artist Todd Lynch will lead us in a refreshing day of discovery, awakening, and art making this Sunday, June 4: https://www.hitchcockcenter.org/programs/community-programs/
Hitchcock Center for the Environment
Hitchcock Center for the EnvironmentMay 31, 2023 at 8:00pm
Amherst, Massachusetts
Our homeschool students and staff were in awe of this Cecropia moth (Hyalophora cecropia) hatched from a cocoon by #HitchcockCenter educator Micky. The moth is a type of silk moth native to North America! 🦋 #EnvironmentalEducation
Hitchcock Center for the Environment
Hitchcock Center for the EnvironmentMay 31, 2023 at 10:57am
Thanks to Amalia Wompa at the The Massachusetts Daily Collegian for interviewing #HitchcockCenter educators Jeff and Katie about local amphibian migrations! They drew attention to many creatures locals saw crossing Henry St this Spring, like wood frogs, who share similar migration patterns to spotted salamanders.

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