Raptor Feeding Time
2024-04-04 14:30 - 15:00, 2024-04-05 14:30 - 15:00, 2024-04-06 14:30 - 15:00, 2024-04-07 14:30 - 15:00, 2024-04-08 14:30 - 15:00, 2024-04-09 14:30 - 15:00, 2024-04-10 14:30 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
Raptor Feeding Time
2:30 PM – 3 PM
Join our raptor care-givers for feeding time! Learn about the habits and history of each of the resident raptors at VINS as you watch them enjoy their daily meal.
Held in the Raptor Exhibits.
For more information, contact us at info@vinsweb.org or 802.359.5000.

Raptors Up Close
2024-04-05 11:00 - 11:45, 2024-04-06 11:00 - 11:45, 2024-04-07 11:00 - 11:45, 2024-04-08 11:00 - 11:45, 2024-04-09 11:00 - 11:45, 2024-04-10 11:00 - 11:45, 2024-04-11 11:00 - 11:45
Raptors Up Close
11 AM – 11:45 AM
Take flight with us on an unforgettable experience! We’ll show you the unique nature of some of the world’s most highly skilled predators – raptors! In this live bird demonstration you’ll gain an up-close view and an in-depth understanding of these majestic birds.
Held in the Hawkfly or Neale Pavilion.
For more information, contact us at info@vinsweb.org or 802.359.5000.

Songbird Aviary Tour
2024-04-05 12:30 - 12:50, 2024-04-06 12:30 - 12:50, 2024-04-07 12:30 - 12:50, 2024-04-08 12:30 - 12:50, 2024-04-09 12:30 - 12:50, 2024-04-10 12:30 - 12:50, 2024-04-11 12:30 - 12:50
Songbird Aviary Tour
12:30 PM – 12:50 PM
Spend some time in our newest exhibit – the Songbird Aviary! Our docents will familiarize you with this special group of birds and point out the ways you can make a great habitat for these important creatures in your own backyard.
Held in the Songbird Aviary.
For more information, contact us at info@vinsweb.org or 802.359.5000.

Animal Encounter
2024-04-05 14:00 - 14:20, 2024-04-06 14:00 - 14:20, 2024-04-07 14:00 - 14:20, 2024-04-08 14:00 - 14:20, 2024-04-09 14:00 - 14:20, 2024-04-10 14:00 - 14:20
Animal Encounter
2 PM – 2:20 PM
Meet an ambassador animal and hear their story while we learn about the adaptations they have that help their species survive in the wild. Join us for a reptile ambassador on Sunday, Tuesday, and Thursday, or a raptor ambassador on Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday!
Held in the Hawkfly or Neale Pavilion.
For more information, contact us at info@vinsweb.org or 802.359.5000.

Eyeing the Night Sky
2024-04-05 18:30 - 19:15
This event is cancelled.
Eyeing the Night Sky
Friday, April 5 / 6:30 PM – 7:15 PM
$15.50 General public; $13.50 VINS Members
Join VINS for an event that is out of this world!
Journey into the VINS StarLab for an immersive experience to learn about moon phases and features. Then, dive into an explanation of eclipses and explore the mythology of eclipses from cultures throughout history.
This is your chance to get ready for the total Solar Eclipse that is coming to Vermont on Monday, April 8.
*Reservations for seating in the StarLab are required as space is limited.
Seating for the StarLab will be at 6:30 PM. This is a family-friendly event. Be aware that the dark environment and close proximity of the StarLab may not be suitable for all.
Please contact VINS in advance if you have mobility limitations so that we may best serve you during your StarLab experience.
Available at the VINS Nature Store:
Vermont’s Total Solar Eclipse April 8, 2024 Event Guide & Souvenir
For more information, contact us at 802.359.5000 or info@vinsweb.org.

Sun, Moon & Stars
2024-04-07 10:15 - 14:15
Sun, Moon & Stars*
Sunday, April 7
Seating Times Available: 10:15 AM / 12:15 PM / 1:15 PM
Included with General Admission
Join Our Waitlist
Journey into the VINS StarLab for an immersive experience to learn about moon phases and features. Then, dive into an explanation of eclipses and explore the mythology of eclipses from cultures throughout history.
This is your chance to get ready for the total Solar Eclipse that is coming to Vermont on Monday, April 8.
*Reservations for seating in the StarLab are required as space is limited.
This is a family-friendly event. Be aware that the dark environment and close proximity of the StarLab may not be suitable for all.
Please contact VINS in advance if you have mobility limitations so that we may best serve you during your StarLab experience.
Available at the VINS Nature Store:
Vermont’s Total Solar Eclipse April 8, 2024 Event Guide & Souvenir
For more information, contact us at 802.359.5000 or info@vinsweb.org.

Solar Eclipse 2024
2024-04-08 10:00 - 17:00
Solar Eclipse 2024
Monday, April 8 / 10 AM – 5 PM
Included with general admission to VINS
Join us for live music, a special program about animals and the eclipse, and space to watch this amazing natural phenomenon. One pair of solar eclipse viewing glasses are complimentary with admission to the VINS Nature Center (while supplies last).
Schedule of the Day:
Activity Stations
10 AM – 5 PM / Hawkfly
Join us for hands-on activity stations as you make your own star wheel and constellations, use Stellarium to view the stars (even during the day!), learn about different types of eclipses, and the project we are doing to study our birds during the eclipse!
VINS StarLab*
10:30 AM / 11:30 AM / 12:30 PM / 1:30 PM / Neale Pavilion
Journey into the VINS StarLab for an immersive experience to learn about moon phases and features. Then, dive into an explanation of eclipses and explore the mythology of eclipses from cultures throughout history.
*First come, first serve, limited seating available, free with admission.
Raptors Up Close
11 AM / August Pavilion
We’ll show you the unique nature of some of the world’s most highly skilled predators – raptors!
Songbird Aviary Tour
12:30 PM / Songbird Aviary
Spend some time in our newest exhibit – the Songbird Aviary!
Live Animal Program
1:30 PM / August Pavilion
Ever wonder how birds and other animals respond to an eclipse? Join us for a live animal program to find out!
Live Music
2 PM / August Pavilion
Join us for live eclipse music before we promenade to the meadow together for viewing of the near-total eclipse.
Solar Eclipse
2:30 PM / VINS Meadow
Join us to watch this amazing natural phenomenon – the Solar Eclipse!
View other solar eclipse events at:
vinsweb.org/special-events
Available at the VINS Nature Store:
Vermont’s Total Solar Eclipse April 8, 2024 Event Guide & Souvenir
For more information, contact us at 802.359.5000 or info@vinsweb.org.
