Family Hike and Picnic
Round out your week with a family hike and picnic dinner at the Nature Center. Pack your dinner and we…
Adventures in Nature: Fruits and Berries
Join us at DPNC on the second Saturday of every month as we adventure into nature! This month, we will…
Fairies in the Forest
The Nature Center’s forest fairies have come out to play and are excited to share the secrets to being kind…
Discovery Station at DPNC
Calling for kids of all ages with a caregiver to come discover the wonders of nature together at DPNC for…
Conn College Arboretum Nature Walk
Join DPNC for a walk at the Conn College Arboretum where we can access their Native Plant Collection/Bolleswood Natural Area!…
Meet DPNC’s Resident Animals
Join us at the Nature Center for a FREE presentation as part of CT Open House Day including some of…
Adventures in Nature: Pond Dipping
Join us the second Saturday of every month as we adventure into nature! This month, we will explore our duck…
Discovery Station
Discover the wonders of nature together at this monthly, inclusive family-friendly program! Come at any time between 10:00 am -…
CHARLES W. MORGAN Birthday Weekend
Celebrate the birthday of the world’s last wooden whaleship, the Charles W. Morgan, on July 18! Enjoy LEGO® activities, “Brick…
Adventures in Nature: Eggs
Join DPNC the second Saturday of every month for Adventures in Nature! This month, we’re cracking the case of who…
Hummingbird zoom presentation
Discover the amazing diversity of hummingbirds around the world and take a closer look at our native Ruby-throated Hummingbird during…
Coastal Mudworks Pottery Explorers: Ages 5-7
In this 60-minute workshop learn hand-building basics, shape exploration, and collaborative creations. Emphasizing fun and creativity in a relaxed, hands-on…
Family Insect Catching at DPNC
Spring is prime time for bugs! Gather the family and search the meadow for grasshoppers, butterflies, spiders, and more during…
Reptile and Amphibian Encounter
Come meet the coolest residents at the nature center, literally! Get face-to-face with our cold-blooded animal ambassadors, including turtles, snakes,…
Hike DPNC and Coogan Farm
Looking for something fun and free to do on a Sunday morning? Stop by DPNC for a hike through our…
Passport to Connecticut Libraries
Passport to Connecticut Libraries April 1-30, 2026 Your library card opens the world to you through physical books, audiobooks, music…
DPNC Presents: Signs of Spring
Spring sneaks in slowly here in Connecticut, but if you know what to look for, the signs are everywhere. From…
Full Pink Moon Walk at the Peace Sanctuary
Watch the April Pink Moon rise from a beautiful overlook! Join DPNC for a guided evening hike through the Peace…
Nature Night Out
Treat your kids to a fun-filled evening at the Nature Center while you treat yourself to a night off! They’ll…
Discovery Station
Discover the wonders of nature together at this monthly, inclusive family-friendly program! Kids of all ages with a caregiver are…
