Images of Connecticut Audubon Society Birdcraft Museum and Sanctuary
Connecticut Audubon Society Birdcraft Museum and Sanctuary and its collection
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The Connecticut Audubon Society Birdcraft Museum and Sanctuary, located in Fairfield, Connecticut, holds the distinction of being the oldest private songbird sanctuary in the United States. It was established in the year 1914 by Mabel Osgood Wright, a renowned ornithologist and conservationist. This sanctuary has been a haven for songbirds for over a century, providing a safe and nurturing environment for these beautiful creatures.
Biodiversity at the Sanctuary
The Birdcraft Museum and Sanctuary spans across a 6-acre site, which was originally designed and planted as a refuge for migratory and resident birds. Over the years, the Connecticut Audubon Society has documented sightings of more than 120 species of birds at this site, making it a vibrant and diverse habitat for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts.
Exhibits at the Museum
The Birdcraft Museum and Sanctuary also houses a natural history museum. This museum showcases mounted preserved animals displayed in dioramas, providing a glimpse into Connecticut's wildlife as it existed at the end of the 20th century. Additionally, the museum is home to the Frederick T. Bedford Collection of African Animals, offering visitors a chance to explore the diverse fauna of the African continent.
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Connecticut Audubon Society Birdcraft Museum and Sanctuary
314 Unquowa Rd
CT 06824 Fairfield
Connecticut