Thornton W. Burgess Society
Green Briar Nature Center & Jam Kitchen
Mercantile is Open & Online!
We are online for products available to ship or for local pickup. SHOP IN PERSON, Tuesday- Saturday, 10am - 3pm! We are closed Mondays.
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.
The Birthplace of Thornton W. Burgess
Visit the home of pioneer environmentalist, Thornton Burgess
Green Meadow Forest
Watch our forest grow! We are almost done, awaiting delivery of the final pieces.
CLOSED COVID-19
As the Coronavirus threat continues, the Green Briar Nature Center will be closed to the public waiting on regulations for a Phase 4 opening .
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
'A bright and exciting future'
Cape Cod Museum of Natural History to Acquire Thornton w. Burgess/Green Briar Nature Center in Sandwich