THORTON W. BURGESS SOCIETY

EAST SANDWICH, MA

The Thornton W. Burgess Society is located in East Sandwich, Massachusetts and is dedicated to preserving the legacy of the beloved children's author and naturalist. The Society was founded in 1969 to celebrate the life and work of Thornton Burgess and his contribution to the conservation of wildlife and habitat. The Society operates the Green Briar Nature Center, a living museum that allows visitors to experience and learn about the natural world. The Society also hosts a variety of educational programs, including lectures, hands-on activities, and field trips that introduce visitors to the flora and fauna of the area.

The Society is committed to protecting the unique ecology of the Sandy Neck Beach area and the surrounding region. Through the Society's efforts, the area has been preserved and protected, allowing visitors to explore the natural beauty of the area. The Society also operates a library, which contains a vast collection of books and materials related to the life and work of Thornton Burgess.

The Society also hosts a number of special events throughout the year, including an annual festival and the Thornton W. Burgess Children's Book Award ceremony. Additionally, the Society offers a variety of volunteer opportunities, allowing members and non-members alike to get involved in the mission of the Society. The Thornton W. Burgess Society is a longtime leader in conservation and education, and continues to be a vital resource for both the local community and visitors alike.

THORTON W. BURGESS SOCIETY is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in EAST SANDWICH MA. US MID #8402500020

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: New England (Connecticut, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont).

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telephone: 5088884668

THORTON W. BURGESS SOCIETY
6 DISCOVERY HILL ROAD
EAST SANDWICH
MA
02537-1316

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MID #	8402500020
Name	THORTON W. BURGESS SOCIETY
Alternate Name	THORTON W. BURGESS SOCIETY
Classification	Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , New England
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN)
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INCOME	0
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LAT/LONG	41.746636, -70.468936
CODES	FIPS State Code: 25 FIPS County Code: 001 US Census Tract: 013400 US Census Block: 2000