About New Britain Youth Museum at Hungerford Park in Kensington, CT

The Hungerford Nature Center in Kensington is a great place for children and young adults to explore and learn. With a farmyard, indoor exhibits, and walking trails, there are plenty of opportunities for kids to interact with domestic animals and native wild birds. Picnic and play areas allow parents to relax as their children explore and discover new things. At the Hungerford Nature Center, we strive to strengthen our community by inspiring children and young adults to excel in school and to foster creativity, innovation, and life-long learning. We offer quality educational programs, interactive exhibitions, and unique museum collections that are sure to inspire young minds. Our mission is to provide a safe and enriching environment for learning and personal growth. The Hungerford Nature Center in Kensington is a great destination for families. We invite you to come explore our farmyard and indoor exhibits, take a stroll on our walking trails, and enjoy a picnic or play in our designated areas. Whether you’re looking to foster creativity, innovation, and life-long learning or simply enjoy time with your family, the Hungerford Nature Center is the perfect place for you.

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What kind of kids we support

  • Coed
  • Toddlers
  • Preschool
  • Kids
  • Tweens

Amenities

  • Sanctuary
  • Infirmary
  • Playground
  • Internet Access
  • Indoor/Outdoor Playground
  • Classrooms
  • Laboratory

Programs at New Britain Youth Museum at Hungerford Park in Kensington, CT

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Watch Me Go

We will discover how legs, wings, fins, and more help our live animal friends find food, water and stay safe.

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A Sprout Sized Green Thumb

From the smallest flower to the tallest tree, plants have a story to tell. We will examine the life cycle of plants, plus some of the weird and wild ways plants protect themselves and survive. You will be given a plant for your students to watch grow and develop right in their classroom!

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A Place Called Home

What is a habitat? Come along and find out with this interactive program that will help students think about the habitats around them and the animals they might find in each one.

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Location and contact information

191 Farmington Ave, Kensington, CT, 06037