Vermont Institute of Natural Science
VINS Nature Center
Route 4, 1⁄4 mile west of Quechee Gorge, Quechee, VT

Mailing Address:
6565 Woodstock Road
PO Box 1281
Quechee, VT  05059

Telephone: 802-359-5000
Fax: 802-359-5001
www.vinsweb.org

Located on 47 acres near Vermont's Little Grand Canyon, the Quechee Gorge, the VINS Nature Center features one of North America's most impressive collections of live birds of prey, such as hawks, eagles, owls, and falcons. The VINS Nature Center, which opened in June of 2004, also features a variety of fun and educational programs and exhibits for children and adults of all ages; a walking trail leading to the Ottauquechee River and the Quechee Gorge; and a Nature Store filled with nature-oriented gifts, books, and educational items. Please check the website for program details.

Contact Person:
John Dolan, President
Linda Conrad, Guest Services Manager

Hours and Admission:

VINS Nature Center in Quechee

May to October: Open Daily 10 am to 5 pm

November to April: please check our website for hours and full program details

Admission is $10 for adults, $9 for seniors 65+ and $8 for children ages 3–16. Age 2 and under free. VINS members: free

Group rates available for groups of 20 or more with advanced reservations: 802-359-5001 X221

Educational Programs

Type of Museum:
Natural History
Nature Center
Children’s Museum
Science

Last updated: 2010