Thornton W. Burgess Society
Green Briar Nature Center & Jam Kitchen
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.
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.
Saturday Morning Yoga Adventure!
Next class: Saturday, September 21st from 8:00 am to 9:00 am.
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.
Cape Cod Cranberry Day in the Historic Jam Kitchen
Saturday, October 12th from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm
Adult Jam Making Classes
Wednesdays at 6:00 pm and Saturdays at 9:30 am. Read More for specific dates and flavors.
Family Jam Making Classes
Most Saturdays at 1:00 pm. Read More for specific dates and flavors.
Private Jam Class Parties
We offer classes in making Jam, Chutney, Marmalade, Conserves, and Pickles. Get a group together, choose a date and flavor!
Support Our Sponsors
Wildflower Garden Book Club
$4 members / $6 nonmember. Next meeting: Wednesday, September 18th at 2:15 pm
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.
Silhouette Portraits
Hand-cut, rare, and amazing holiday gifts. Saturday, December 7th, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm.
'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
Fall hours start September 5th, Thursday - Monday, 11:00 am - 3:00 pm.