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Mission Statement
We engage our community by sparking curiosity, nurturing understanding, and encouraging stewardship of our natural world.
History
Established in 1984, Hungerford Nature Center has been a staple in the community for families and individuals, offering educational programming, exhibits and special events that relate to environmental education, biological and animal sciences, and STEM for over 40 years.
The Hungerford Nature Center maintains 22 acres of guided woodland and interpretive gardens that support a variety of native and cultivated plant species is home to many domestic animals and native wild birds. There is a farm-yard, indoor exhibits, walking trails, and a picnic and play area.
Memories of Summer Fun Children's Museum, High Street, New Britain, Connecticut, 1957.
Photo courtesy of New Britain Herald and Susan Spring Gelb.
Youthful Imagination Always On Display at New Britain Museum
Joseph Lazzaro,
pg. AE11
Aug 14, 1986; Hartford Courant
Berlin Gets New Nature Center
Leonard Felson, Courant Correspondent
May 24, 1984; Hartford Courant
pg. E1B
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Larisa Roderick, Children's Museum, High Street, New Britain, Connecticut, 1950s. Photo courtesy of Larisa Roderick.
Hungerford Center Given Herb Garden
Maryellen Wazorko,
Sep 19, 1985; Hartford Courant
pg. BE3
Stable in Kensington shelters nature center
KENNETH DiMAGGIO Courant Correspondent
Jan 21, 1988; Hartford Courant
pg. E11A
Center puts children in touch with nature
Michael L. Miller, Courant Correspondent
May 21, 1987; Hartford Courant
pg. E9B
Message From Our Executive Director
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Hello! My name is Tami Christopher and I am thrilled and honored to join The New Britain Youth Museum and Hungerford Nature Center as Executive Director. I began my career in museum education and over the years have served in executive leadership roles in several organizations developing programs and educational opportunities. I am passionate about connecting people of all ages and backgrounds with nature and creative, active learning and play. Here at The New Britain Youth Museum and Hungerford Nature Center that means:
- Exploring our woodland trails and pond
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Getting to know our animals- mammals, reptiles, amphibians, and birds from near and afar
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Roaming our beautiful garden
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Enjoying some active play in our museum downtown and playground at the Nature Center
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Bringing your friends together for a birthday party at one of our locations
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Picnicking in our pavilion
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And so much more​​
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​​There are so many great things happening here and so much to do with your families and friends. I look forward to continuing all of the great work of our very dedicated staff and board. Thank you for being part of our wonderful New Britain Youth Museum and Hungerford Nature Center!
I hope to see you soon!