VINS Nature Center
Garden / Park · Hartford, Vermont
149 Natures Way, Hartford, Vermont, United States
About VINS Nature Center
VINS Nature Center is an outdoor nature destination in Hartford, Vermont featuring engaging exhibits, daily programs, and special events for visitors of all ages. Highlights include the Forest Canopy Walk, raptor demonstrations, walking trails, and indoor play areas, with environmental education, school programs, group visits, and a wild bird rehabilitation center. The center is open daily from 10 AM to 5 PM.
Venue Details
- Seated capacity: 125
- Meeting space: 5,850 sq ft
- Meeting rooms: 4
Ratings
Google Rating: 4.8/5 (1,778 reviews)
Guest Highlights
- View
- Room
- Staff
Amenities
Facilities
- Exhibits
- Indoor play rooms
- Wild Bird Rehab center
Guest Services
- Group visits
- School programs
- Nature camp
- Daily programs
- Special events
Recreation
- Forest Canopy Walk
- Walking trails
- Raptor demonstrations
Meeting Rooms & Event Spaces
August Pavilion
- Type: Outdoor Space
- Size: 2,400 sq ft
- Features: Natural light, Wheelchair accessible
- Open-air, covered pavilion surrounded by woodland; flexible layout for retreats, breakouts, and receptions.
Neale Pavilion
- Type: Multi Purpose
- Size: 2,070 sq ft
- Features: Natural light, Wheelchair accessible
- Versatile indoor venue with rustic charm, modern functionality, and rotating art exhibit; suitable for conferences and meetings year-round.
Indoor Classroom
- Type: Meeting Room
- Size: 780 sq ft
- Features: Natural light, Wheelchair accessible, dishwasher, sink
- Light-filled classroom with picture windows and views of the Nature Center; includes dishwasher and sink.
Outdoor Classroom
- Type: Outdoor Space
- Size: 600 sq ft
- Features: Natural light, Wheelchair accessible, ADA-accessible path
- Open-air, pavilion-style classroom ideal for small workshops; ADA-accessible path; no electricity.
Style
outdoor, woodland, nature
Contact
Phone: (802) 359-5000