Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center
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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
Summer Chickadees
- Celebrate summer at DPNC's Summer Chickadees by exploring nature with your little one in our classic parent and child class, for ages 2 to 4, with a caregiver!
- Friday Aug 1, 2025
Herping Hike at DPNC
- Take a walk through the trails of DPNC to discover what native reptiles and amphibians live around the property.
- Sunday Aug 3, 2025
Birding at Harkness Memorial State Park
- Join DPNC as we explore Harkness Memorial State Park looking for songbirds, raptors and more. This program is great for birders of all skill levels.
- Monday Aug 4, 2025
Summer Chickadees
- Celebrate summer with the Summer Chickadees at DPNC by exploring nature with your little one in our classic parent and child class, for ages 2 to 4!
- Friday Aug 8, 2025
Family Hike and Picnic at DPNC
- Round out your week with a family hike and picnic dinner at the Nature Center. Pack your dinner and we will explore the trails and enjoy a picnic in the woods!
- Friday Aug 8, 2025
Adventures in Nature: Insects!
- Join the DPNC on the second Saturday of every month as we adventure into nature! This month is all about insects. This program is for children ages 6–10 and fre
- Saturday Aug 9, 2025
Summer Chickadees
- Celebrate summer with the Summer Chickadees at DPNC by exploring nature with your little one in our classic parent and child class, for ages 2 to 4!
- Friday Aug 15, 2025
Gungywamp Hike
- Join DPNC on Saturday, August 16th for a guided hike through the woods of Gungywamp to discover its many interesting natural and cultural enigmas.
- Saturday Aug 16, 2025
Owls of CT
- Learn about Connecticut’s native owls and meet DPNC’s resident animal ambassadors! This program is intended for adults and meets at DPNC. Pre-Register today!
- Wednesday Aug 20, 2025
Summer Chickadees
- Celebrate summer with the Summer Chickadees at DPNC by exploring nature with your little one in our classic parent and child class, for ages 2 to 4!
- Friday Aug 22, 2025
Nature Night Out
- Treat your kids to a fun-filled evening at the Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center while you treat yourself to a night off on Saturday, August 23rd.
- Saturday Aug 23, 2025
Green-Tie Celebration
- Join the Nature Center for an evening of cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, and camaraderie.
- Friday Sep 19, 2025
