Nonprofit

Earthplace - The Nature Discovery & Environmental Learning Center

Westport, CT
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earthplace.org/

  • Mission

    Earthplace is a donor-supported nonprofit organization committed to building passion and respect for the natural world and a more sustainable future for our community.

    Earthplace is a donor-supported nonprofit organization committed to building passion and respect for the natural world and a more sustainable future for our community.

    About Us

    What We Do

    Earthplace blends science, conservation, and education into pathways for learning about nature and the environment.

    Why We Do It

    • Open space is valuable and needs our protection
    • Injured and orphaned animals need homes (and friends)
    • Time spent with nature builds trust and a sense of belonging
    • Education deepens our understanding of the natural world and makes us care
    • Science and research promote environmental awareness that guides individual actions
    • Civic engagement allows for transformative ideas to be shared and a more sustainable community to be formed

    What We Provide

    • A 62-acre nature and wildlife sanctuary, interpretive exhibits, and 50+ animal ambassadors
    • A water quality research lab for 200+ field sites and student programs
    • Educational programs connecting children to nature
    • An outdoor amphitheater, walking trails, a picnic grove, and a 22,000 square foot learning center

    What We Value

    • Access to nature for all
    • Making an impact through science and discovery
    • Active community engagement and collaboration
    • Inspired teaching and learning
    • Being a great place to work, visit, and volunteer

    What We Do

    Earthplace blends science, conservation, and education into pathways for learning about nature and the environment.

    Why We Do It

    • Open space is valuable and needs our protection
    • Injured and orphaned animals need homes (and friends)
    • Time spent with nature builds trust and a sense of belonging
    • Education deepens our understanding of the natural world and makes us care
    • Science and research promote environmental awareness that guides individual actions
    • Civic engagement allows for transformative ideas to be shared and a more sustainable community to be formed

    What We Provide

    • A 62-acre nature and wildlife sanctuary, interpretive exhibits, and 50+ animal ambassadors
    • A water quality research lab for 200+ field sites and student programs
    • Educational programs connecting children to nature
    • An outdoor amphitheater, walking trails, a picnic grove, and a 22,000 square foot learning center

    What We Value

    • Access to nature for all
    • Making an impact…

    Cause Areas Include

    • Animals
    • Children & Youth
    • Education
    • Environment & Sustainability
    • Science & Technology

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