Welcome to VINS
The VINS Nature Center is open daily from 10am – 5pm.
All outdoor exhibits are open: Raptors, Songbird Aviary, Adventure Playscape, Nature Trails, and the amazing Forest Canopy Walk. Our indoor exhibits are open: Birds Are Dinosaurs, Forest Exhibit, and Reptile Room.
We highly recommend prepurchasing your admission tickets. We welcome all walk-ins.
Masks are encouraged, but not required.
Contact Us
Nature Center Hours
VINS Nature Center
10am to 4pm Daily
Wild Bird Rehab is Open
Accepting Calls Only
802.359.5000 x212
8am to 4pm
Visitor Programs
Artist Exhibition – Jennifer MaHarry
SEPTEMBER 3 – NOVEMBER 30 – Fine art photographer Jennifer MaHarry channels her love of wildlife into images that capture the spirit of each subject. Jennifer tries to show wild animals as individuals with nuanced personalities and emotions. She believes that the more people empathize with these creatures, the more they’ll be inspired to protect them.
Artist Exhibition – Katie Roberts
DECEMBER 1 – FEBRUARY 28 – Artist Katie Roberts believes in raising awareness to the plight of specific species in need, and the dwindling global biodiversity and hopes to contribute to creating a better future for both through her art. She is in constant watch of the animals, plants and weather that made up the rugged landscape of Vermont.
Eyeing the Stars
DECEMBER 14 – Journey into VINS’ new StarLab for an unforgettable experience. Immersed in a view of our night sky, we will overlay that vista with a map of the constellations and hear the story of Gemini and other figures from Greek Mythology.
