Briar Bush Nature Center

Briar Bush Nature Center Museum, Live Animals, Bird Observatory Cabin, Natural Playscape (recommended for ages 2-7), Pond, Trails, 12-acre Natural Area.
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Programs for kids (summer camp, too!), families and adults. Business Hours: Monday - Friday, 9 am - 5 pm

Visiting Hours and Information:

Dede Long Nature Museum, Griscom.Bird Observatory and Pond - Daily from 10 am - 4 pm

- Admission:
- Briar Bush Members - FREE
- Abington Township Residents - FREE
- Others - Pay what you can

Hours are subject to change due to privately scheduled pr

ograms. Call before you visit for the most up-to-date BBNC hours. Special Closing Dates for 2023:

Monday, January 2, 2023 - New Year’s Day

Monday, May 29, 2023 - Memorial Day

Monday, June 19, 2023 - Emancipation Day

Tuesday, July 4, 2023 - Independence Day

Monday, September 4, 2023 - Labor Day

Thursday, November 23, 2023 - Thanksgiving Day

Monday, December 25, 2023 - Christmas Day

Monday, January 1, 2023 - New Year's Day 2024

**Masks are strongly recommended inside nature center facilities.**

Public programs include 2-3-year-olds with an adult, 4-5-year-old PreK, van trips for families and adults, summer camps, local walks, evening conversations on wide-ranging environmental topics, free seasonal open-house festivals, campfire programs, and more. Many programs for schools, Scouts, homeschool, parents, and other groups. Want to be up to date on the latest happenings at Briar Bush? Sign up for our email list by sending an email to [email protected]! Follow us on Twitter - Briar Bush Nature Center

It's the perfect time of year to spot some herps on the trail - or in the pond!
06/06/2026

It's the perfect time of year to spot some herps on the trail - or in the pond!

Penny thinks it's a beautiful day for a walk in the woods!
06/05/2026

Penny thinks it's a beautiful day for a walk in the woods!

When it’s quiet enough on the trails that you can hear a box turtle rustling 🥰
06/04/2026

When it’s quiet enough on the trails that you can hear a box turtle rustling 🥰

From Canopy to Community, Restoration Begins Here - A Letter From Our Director. Join us as we grow in the year ahead!
06/02/2026

From Canopy to Community, Restoration Begins Here - A Letter From Our Director. Join us as we grow in the year ahead!

Dear Friend, For 23 years, I’ve had the privilege of caring for Briar Bush’s 12 acres, a rare urban refuge where we help nature take its best course. It is a sanctuary for over 450 species and a vital space for human healing; such spaces are proven to reduce stress and restore focus.

Our Butterfly House will be OPEN this weekend, Saturday and Sunday, 10am-4pm. Thank you to the classrooms of the Abingto...
05/29/2026

Our Butterfly House will be OPEN this weekend, Saturday and Sunday, 10am-4pm. Thank you to the classrooms of the Abington School District for sharing their science lesson with us!

Only ONE spot left for our First Week of Summer Camp for Ages 8-9: Send your child on an adventure with Briar Bush!
05/27/2026

Only ONE spot left for our First Week of Summer Camp for Ages 8-9: Send your child on an adventure with Briar Bush!

Nature Explorers II Full-Day Travel Camp for Ages 8-9

Visit Briar Bush at the Upper Dublin Parks & Recreation's Bioblitz this Saturday - It's going to be a beautiful day for ...
05/27/2026

Visit Briar Bush at the Upper Dublin Parks & Recreation's Bioblitz this Saturday - It's going to be a beautiful day for it!

Beat the drizzle this Memorial Day with a stroll along our storybook trail in honor of those who fought to keep our natu...
05/25/2026

Beat the drizzle this Memorial Day with a stroll along our storybook trail in honor of those who fought to keep our natural spaces free and wild for all to enjoy.

The rain didn't keep our Nature Pioneers from exploring yesterday!
05/22/2026

The rain didn't keep our Nature Pioneers from exploring yesterday!

Address

1212 Edge Hill Road
Abington, PA
19001

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 4pm
Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm
Sunday 10am - 4pm

Telephone

+12158876603

Website

https://linktr.ee/briarbushnaturecenter

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