The Audubon Center at Riverlands

The Audubon Center at Riverlands The best place in St. Louis to experience the spectacle of birds and the awe of the Mississippi River, a globally important migratory flyway for birds!

Located on the banks of the Mississippi River, near the confluence of the Missouri and the Mississippi, the Audubon Center at Riverlands is a destination that appeals to families, teachers, students, and nature-loving tourists from across the country and the globe. A flagship project of the National Audubon Society and Audubon Missouri, the Center offers world class birding, education, and outdoo

r opportunities along one of the most significant migratory flyways in the world – the Mississippi River. The Center is located within the Great Rivers Confluence Important Bird Area (IBA), an IBA that has been designated as globally significant by the National Audubon Society and BirdLife International.

Several bird species you can spot at in summer share a striking black (or dark) and yellow color pattern on the face, ...
06/10/2026

Several bird species you can spot at in summer share a striking black (or dark) and yellow color pattern on the face, throat, chest, or wings. A few familiar examples include the Common Yellowthroat, Dickcissel, Eastern Meadowlark, and Orchard Oriole.
At first glance, the Prothonotary Warbler might also seem to fit this group, with what appear to be black wings contrasting its brilliant yellow body—but look closer and you’ll see those wings are actually a rich bluish-gray.

Pictured here is an immature Orchard Oriole, photographed today by Paul Moffett in the Great Rivers Confluence Important Bird Area. Orchard Orioles breed throughout the eastern half of the United States and, interestingly, are among the earliest songbirds to head south again—many begin their return to wintering grounds by mid-July. Learn more about the Orchard Oriole >> https://www.audubon.org/field-guide/bird/orchard-oriole

06/10/2026

Purple Martins on a sunny day at the Riverlands Migratory Bird Sanctuary. North America's largest swallow are one of three cavity nesting species benefitting from our Nest Box program.

06/07/2026

A cacaphony of bird sounds in the prairie marsh at the Riverlands Migratory Bird Sanctuary this afternoon. With spring migration behind us, the important stopover habitat here has become vital nesting habitat for a number of species including the Dickcissel, which you can here in this video, and which is unfortunately among the vast suite of grassland bird species experiencing significant population decline. Learn more about the Dickcissel and other amazing grassland birds >> https://www.audubon.org/news/prairie-birds-101to

The Christmas Bird Count numbers are live! check out this article that includes a interactive tool made by Audubon's Sci...
06/03/2026

The Christmas Bird Count numbers are live! check out this article that includes a interactive tool made by Audubon's Science team where you can explore population trends over the last few decades!

Track how your favorite birds have fared over decades with our CBC trends viewer.

06/03/2026

Mark your calendars for Tuesday, June 16 as we gather for our next Ellis Bay Book Club meeting! This month, we’ll be discussing The Feather Detective—a fascinating read you won’t want to miss.

✨ Haven’t started it yet? No worries! There’s still time to grab a copy and dive in before our discussion. Prefer listening on the go? It’s also available as an audiobook! 🎧

Come ready to share your thoughts, connect with fellow readers, and enjoy a great conversation. We’d love to see you there! 💬

Ellis Bay Book Club: The Feather Detective 🪶

🌿✨ June Events at Audubon Center at Riverlands ✨🌿There’s something for everyone this month at the Audubon Center at Rive...
06/02/2026

🌿✨ June Events at Audubon Center at Riverlands ✨🌿

There’s something for everyone this month at the Audubon Center at Riverlands! Join us for hands-on workshops, outdoor adventures, and relaxing experiences in nature.

📸 June 7 – Photoshop Workshop with Madi Hawn
🎉 June 12 – Field Day Friday: Leave No Trace
📚 June 16 – Ellis Bay Book Club: The Feather Detective
🧘 June 21 – Wellness Series: Sunday Center Yoga 6/21 (Guest Instructor Melissa – Mississippi River Water Trail)
🚣 June 26 – Kayaking in Ellis Bay: Sunset Paddle 6/26
📷 June 28 – Photography Lesson In the Field w/ Madi Hawn: Fireworks and Night Photography

Whether you’re looking to learn a new skill, connect with nature, or unwind, we’ve got something for you!

👉 Learn more & register: audubon.org/riverlands/events

Tag a friend and plan your June adventures with us! 🌞🌱

You will likely hear the shrieking "reep" call of a Great-crested Flycatcher long before you see it. This robin-sized m...
05/31/2026

You will likely hear the shrieking "reep" call of a Great-crested Flycatcher long before you see it. This robin-sized member of the "tyrant" family of flycatchers winters in northern South America and Central America and nests throughout a large portion of the eastern U.S. including Missouri and Illinois. With feathers of yellows, grays, and warm browns, this flycatcher is a sight to behold.

Although spring migration is behind us, you can still see Great-crested Flycatchers and many other birds now and throughout summer at the Riverlands Migratory Bird Sanctuary. Drop by The Audubon Center at Riverlands during your next visit for the latest on bird sightings and upcoming programs.

Learn more: https://www.audubon.org/field-guide/bird/great-crested-flycatcher

Great-crested Flycatcher. Photo:

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301 Riverlands Way
West Alton, MO
63386

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Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm
Saturday 8am - 4pm
Sunday 8am - 4pm

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