Welcome To
Buttonwood
Nature Center
A Natural Evolution of The Institute's Mission

Embark on a journey of discovery at Buttonwood Nature Center, blossoming soon in Waynesboro, Pennsylvania. Building on The Institute’s rich heritage, this 40-acre expanse of natural beauty promises a future of learning, exploration, and stewardship.

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Join Our Capital Campaign:
Ensuring the Future

Exhibitors, art, live music and more
Saturday, April 27 from 11 to 4

Sign up now—these fill up fast!
Sunday, April 28 from 1–3 p.m.

Free—registration required
Tuesday, April 30 from 6:30–7:30 p.m.

FREE program!
Thursday, May 2 at 7 p.m.

Orvis Hill Country Shooting Grounds
Friday, May 10 • 8:30 a.m.–2 p.m.

Pine Hill Recreation Area
Sunday, May 19 from 1 to 5 p.m.

Live from Buttonwood!
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We have a great line up this year of music, art, exhibitors and vendors. Please join us at Pine Hill Park on April 27 to celebrate 💚🌎 #EarthDay2024 ... See MoreSee Less

We have a great line up this year of music, art, exhibitors and vendors. Please join us at Pine Hill Park on April 27 to celebrate 💚🌎 #EarthDay2024

The Institute will be at Waynesboro's YMCA Healthy Kids Day event this Saturday from 10a-1p. Stop by to say hell#HealthyKidsDayd#getoutsideandmovedmove ... See MoreSee Less

The Institute will be at Waynesboros YMCA Healthy Kids Day event this Saturday from 10a-1p. Stop by to say hello! 👋 #HealthyKidsDay #getoutsideandmove
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Buttonwood Nature Center

Our biggest fundraiser of the year: The Chesapeake Bay Supper! 🦀 Registration is now open: buttonwoodnaturecenter.org/event/bay-supper-fundraiser/ ... See MoreSee Less

Our biggest fundraiser of the year: The Chesapeake Bay Supper! 🦀 Registration is now open: https://buttonwoodnaturecenter.org/event/bay-supper-fundraiser/
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By the Numbers:
Our Impact & Your Role

Each number tells a story of growth, community, and engagement at Buttonwood Nature Center. Become a part of this thriving narrative by joining us as a member and contributing to a legacy of environmental stewardship and education.

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Years and counting