Give the Gift of Nature
Share your love of nature with a donation in honor of someone special, or a gift of owl adoption, Harris Center books, & more.
Make an Honorary Donation Adopt an Owl & Shop MerchThe Harris Center connects people to the natural world through land protection, education of all ages, conservation research, and programs that encourage active participation in the great outdoors.
Learn
Our educational programs, camps, and community science initiatives invite people of all ages to deepen their understanding of the local landscape.
Protect
We've protected more than 26,000 acres of land in the Monadnock Region, for people and wildlife alike. Learn more about our land conservation efforts and how you can help.
Research
We welcome conservation research on much of the land and water we’ve helped protect, and encourage participation in our popular community science initiatives.
Explore
Our headquarters in Hancock, NH are located in the heart of a 36,000-acre SuperSanctuary of conserved lands. Explore our trails, grounds, and facilities.
Upcoming Programs & Events
December 4 (Wed) Great Brook School: Afterschool Yeti Club » December 5 (Thu) Mushroom Meander with the Morel Quandary Club at the Harris Center » December 5 (Thu) Film Showing: The Mighty Weasel » December 6 (Fri) Mammal Evidence Investigations: A Workshop for Teachers » December 7 (Sat) Wildlife Out Your Window » All EventsLatest News
Open Lodge & Grounds Accessibility Project: Opening New Doors to Nature
Announcing a new project to improve accessibility of the Harris Center grounds and create a new outdoor gathering space for events both large and small.
150 Supporters Celebrate Honorees at the 2024 Annual Meeting
On October 20, the Harris Center hosted its 54th Annual Meeting at the Peterborough Players, welcoming nearly 150 supporters for an afternoon of celebration, reflection, and recognition.
A Solar Milestone
In September of 2024, the Harris Center moved to 100% solar electricity by adding two solar ground mounts in a sunny patch behind our building.