Built in 1927, Woodend was designed by John Russell Pope (Jefferson Memorial, DAR Constitution Hall, National Gallery of Art, etc.) for the Wells family. In 1969, the family donated Woodend to the Audubon Naturalist Society.

Woodend Nature Sanctuary is a peaceful 40-acre oasis for experienced nature lovers and new explorers of all ages and abilities. Our new wheelchair-accessible nature trail traverses meadow, forest, stream, and pond habitats.

Come enjoy the serenity of our wildflower meadows. Visit our native plant gardens. Explore the aquatic life of our pond.

The sanctuary is free and open to the public every day of the year from dawn to dusk.

Also, don’t miss the wonderful selection in our Woodend Nature Shop, which is housed in our historic Georgian mansion.