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Birdsacre Sanctuary, also known as Stanwood Wildlife Sanctuary, is a historic house museum and wildlife sanctuary located at 289 High Street in Ellsworth, Maine, United States. This sanctuary is a significant part of the local history and offers a unique blend of natural beauty and historical significance. Visitors can explore the sanctuary and learn about the life and work of Cordelia Stanwood, a pioneering Maine ornithologist.
The sanctuary, which now spans 200 acres, includes trails, an orchard, and a nature center. The nature center showcases a fine art and nature collection, including Cordelia J. Stanwood's avian field-notes and extensive photographic collection. Visitors can enjoy a walk through the trails, visit the orchard, and explore the nature center to learn more about the local wildlife and Stanwood's contributions to ornithology.
The wildlife sanctuary, now covering about 200 acres, features a network of trails, some of which were laid out by Stanwood herself. These trails traverse a variety of landscapes and habitats, providing opportunities for visitors to observe different types of birds in their natural environment. This makes the sanctuary a great destination for bird watchers and nature enthusiasts.
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289 High St, Ellsworth
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