Join Athol Bird & Nature Club president and Millers River Environmental Center director Dave Small as he explores the transformation of his yard from a boring suburban lot dominated by lawn to a rich habitat for our native wildlife. Removing invasive species, planting native plants, and providing water, food, and cover for a variety of wildlife and people. The result is a space that has become a wonderful place to hang out, enjoying a wide variety of wildlife.

The program is preceded by a museum-hosted reception beginning at 6:30 pm. This reception is a good opportunity to meet the presenter and start discussions about that night’s program topic with other attendees.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED: Reserve seat(s) per email (preferred) info@gardnermuseuminc.com,
or per phone 978-632-3277 during opening hours Wednesday through Sunday, 1-4 pm.

PARKING & ACCESS: The museum features a small parking lot with handicap parking adjacent to the museum building. Ample free public parking is located on Pearl Street (directly in front of the museum building), James Street, and Green Street. Additionally, a public parking lot is located nearby at the corner of Central and Elm Streets (accessible from Central Street and from Elm Street). The museum building is wheelchair accessible.

This program is offered by The Gardner Museum as part of the Hidden Treasures Festival of Nature, Culture & History, an annual month-long celebration showcasing events and activities hosted by local partners celebrating the unique places, objects, and stories of the Freedom’s Way National Heritage Area. Hidden Treasures programs are free and open to the public. Click to discover more Hidden Treasures!