Thornton W. Burgess Society
Green Briar Nature Center & Jam Kitchen
Kids Yoga Outside!
Next class: Monday, July 22nd. For additional information, Read More.
Our Mission
To inspire reverence for wildlife and concern for the natural environment as taught in the writings of conservationist and naturalist Thornton W. Burgess.
2019 Green Briar Garden Tour
In association with the Cape Cod Hydrangea Festival, visit six Sandwich gardens. Wednesday, July 17.
Amazing Animal Ambassadors!
Wednesday, July 24th at 10:00 am. Reservations suggested. Seats are limited. Tickets Available Online.
Thornton Burgess Nature Program: Wild Food led by Rachel Goclawski
Saturday, August 3rd from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. Ages 16+. $20.00 per person.
Critter Capers
No reservations needed. Next class: Friday, July 19th from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm
Fairy House Rainbows
Reservations Recommended. $5/person. Next workshop: Friday, July 19th from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm.
Support Our Sponsors
Reptiles Rock!
Reptiles Rock, the Rainforest Reptile Show’s most popular and unique hands-on presentation engages children of all ages. Tickets Available Online. Thursday, August 7th at 10:00 am.
Summer Garden Tours
Every Wednesday from June 5th - August 28th. Next tour: Wednesday, July 24th from 10:00 am to 11:00 am.
Wildflower Garden Book Club
$4 members / $6 nonmember. Next meeting: Wednesday, July 24th at 2:15 pm
Make Tracks
Ages 4-10. Call for reservations. Next session: Friday, July 26th from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm.
Adult Jam Making Classes
Next class: Wed. July 17th from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. We will be making Brandied or Plain Peach Jam. Must sign up by Sun. July 14th at noon.
Family Jam Making Classes
Next class: Sat. July 27th from 1:00 to 3:00 pm. We will be making Strawberry Mango Jam. Must sign up by Wed. July 24th at noon.
Private Jam Class Parties
We offer classes in making Jam, Chutney, Marmalade, Conserves, and Pickles. Get a group together, choose a date and flavor!
Give $40 for 40 years
In celebration of the 40th birthday of the historic Wildflower Garden, we are initiating a $40 for 40 years fundraising campaign.
'A bright and exciting future'
Cape Cod Museum of Natural History to Acquire Thornton w. Burgess/Green Briar Nature Center in Sandwich
Birthday Parties
Hop, skip, and jump to the Green Briar Nature Center for a unique party setting!
Hours & Admission
Summer Hours start June 1st: Mondays- Saturdays 10:00 am - 4:00 pm and Sundays 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Thornton Burgess Nature Program- Wildflowers by Janice Dill
Saturday, September 7th from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. Ages 16+. $20 per person.
Thornton Burgess Nature Program- Insects’ Winter Preparations led by Hannah Nadel
Saturday, October 5th from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. Ages 16+. $20 per person.
Thornton Burgess Nature Program- Lichens led by Tom Walker
Saturday, November 2nd from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. Ages 16+. $20 per person.
Thornton Burgess Nature Program- Winter Birding led by Brittany Hoffnagle
Saturday, December 7th from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. Ages 16+. $20 per person.