Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center
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Attractions
Hours:
YEAR-ROUND HOURS
Sunday through Friday - 10am–4pm
Saturday - 9am–4pm
Driving Directions:
FROM I-95
Exit 90; follow signs for Route 27 North;
Travel less than 1/2 mile on Rte. 27, turn right onto Jerry Browne Rd.
Right onto Pequotsepos Rd., then 1/2 mile to sharp curve;
Center on left
About Us
Located in Mystic, CT, the Denison Pequotsepos/Cooga Farm Nature & Heritage Center is a combination wildlife sanctuary, natural history museum, and educational facility highlighting the habitats of southeastern Connecticut. Our mission is to inspire and nurture appreciation and scientific understanding of the natural world and foster a personal environmental ethic.
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Events
Environmental Afternoons
- Our science-based curriculum introduces students to the wonders of the natural world through hands-on activities, meeting live animals, games and more!
- Tuesday Apr 29, 2025
Stone Bridges Trail Hike
- Join us for a spring exploration of the Stone Bridges Trail at DPNC. Along the way we’ll investigate old quarries and look for signs of wildlife.
- Sunday May 4, 2025
Environmental Afternoons
- Our science-based curriculum introduces students to the wonders of the natural world through hands-on activities, meeting live animals, games and more!
- Tuesday May 6, 2025
Groton Ledyard Reservoir Hike
- Saturday May 10th, hike with DPNC around the more secluded parts of the Groton Reservoir. We will explore acres of the watershed that are closed to the public.
- Saturday May 10, 2025
Adventures in Nature
- Join DPNC on the second Saturday of every month as we adventure into nature! This week, we explore the colorful world of Connecticut’s wildflowers.
- Saturday May 10, 2025
Nature Journaling
- Step into nature journaling, a simple yet powerful practice that helps you slow down, look closely, and truly connect with the natural world at DPNC.
- Saturday May 10, 2025
Environmental Afternoons
- Our science-based curriculum introduces students to the wonders of the natural world through hands-on activities, meeting live animals, games and more!
- Tuesday May 13, 2025
Owl Prowl
- Bring your family to learn more about Connecticut’s owls and meet one of DPNC residents. We will take a night walk, looking and listening for owls on trails.
- Friday May 16, 2025
Environmental Afternoons
- Our science-based curriculum introduces students to the wonders of the natural world through hands-on activities, meeting live animals, games and more!
- Tuesday May 20, 2025
Environmental Afternoons
- Our science-based curriculum introduces students to the wonders of the natural world through hands-on activities, meeting live animals, games and more!
- Tuesday May 27, 2025
Mr. Bill's Woodland Ramble
- Walk, run, or ramble in support of the Nature Center! Join a Ramble team, start one, or help a Rambler raise funds.
- Saturday May 31, 2025
