Thornton W. Burgess Society
Green Briar Nature Center & Jam Kitchen
2021 Annual Appeal
During this season of giving, please support our efforts to enhance both our current and new programs.
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.
Green Meadow Forest
Visit the storybook world of Peter Rabbit and his friends. Open Saturdays this winter. 'Read More' for opportunities and tickets.
Mercantile is Open & Online!
We are online for products available to ship or for local pickup. SHOP IN PERSON, Tuesday - Saturday, 10am - 3pm
Private Party Jam Class
Make your own batch of something special with your own group! Call to schedule an opportunity 508.888.6870.
Stores & Doors Decorating Contest
Thank you to everyone who voted for us! We won! Special thanks to Janice, Denise and all the helpers!
Shirley Cross Wildflower Garden
Interested in caring for our precious Wildflower garden? We are looking for volunteers, including tour guides. Read more for all the information!
Support Our Sponsors
The Birthplace of Thornton W. Burgess
Visit the home of pioneer environmentalist, Thornton Burgess
Old Mother West Wind, Laughing Brook, and the Stories that Inspired Generations
Northern Woodlands article from the Autumn 2021 edition.
'A bright and exciting future'
Cape Cod Museum of Natural History to Acquire Thornton w. Burgess/Green Briar Nature Center in Sandwich
Cape Cod Museum of Natural History
The mission of the Cape Cod Museum of Natural History is to inspire appreciation, understanding and stewardship of our natural environment and wildlife through discovery and learning.