Thornton W. Burgess Society
Green Briar Nature Center & Jam Kitchen
Wednesday Morning Garden Tours
Wednesdays at 10am, through - August 25, guided tours of award-winning the Shirley G. Cross Wildflower Garden. No reservations needed.
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.
Mercantile is Open & Online!
We are online for products available to ship or for local pickup. SHOP IN PERSON, Tuesday - Saturday, 9:30 am - 3:30 pm!
Private Jam Class
Bring your own group of four! For June classes please call the office to register 508.888.6870
Cape Cod Hydrangea Festival
Wednesday, July 14, 2021 10am-4pm (Rain or Shine) Proceeds benefit Shirley G. Cross Wildflower Garden
Green Meadow Forest
Visit the storybook world of Peter Rabbit and his friends. Opportunities Tuesdays - Saturdays.
Support Our Sponsors
The Birthplace of Thornton W. Burgess
Visit the home of pioneer environmentalist, Thornton Burgess
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!
Wade Institute for Science Education
The Cape Cod Museum of Natural History collaborates with the Wade Institute for Science Education on a professional development course!
'A bright and exciting future'
Cape Cod Museum of Natural History to Acquire Thornton w. Burgess/Green Briar Nature Center in Sandwich