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Ricketson Nature Center

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Ricketson Nature Center


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Inside of Ricketson Nature Center

Facility Information

Brooklawn Park
New Bedford, MA 02740
Phone: (508) 961-3015
Status: Open

Facility Information

Located in Brooklawn Park
Map of Brooklawn Park

The Ricketson Nature Center is a newly revamped community center focused on nature and environmental education. Various elements of the natural world around us are on display at the Ricketson Nature Center and on our Daniel Ricketson Nature Trail. Children and adults of all ages can explore the local plant and animal life found in Brooklawn park.

The Ricketson Nature Center is open to the public every Monday, Thursday, & Friday from 3:00PM-5:00PM

Weekly activities with a focus on nature and science!
All activities are free!!  
Monthly Special Events
Feb & April Stay-cation Programs
Nature Walks-Daily during open hours (weather permitting)

To view more photos please click here. 

To register for programs please click here.

Fee Schedule
Facility Rental Fees
The rate does not include additional set-up and breakdown time.  You must pay for all the time that is needed in the building.  Beach parking season begins May 15th and ends September 15th.  All rentals are 3-hour minimums.
 
**Please see fee schedule. **



Reservations & Activities

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Program Event Teams Date Time
Trails of New Bedford Trails of New Bedford Tuesday June 24, 2025 04:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Play in the Park/ Summer Food Lunch Kickoff Event Friday June 27, 2025 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM

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