Host Organizations
This series was organized and funded by the following Lincoln-based organizations:
At Farrington Nature Linc we believe all children need to connect with nature. Our mission is to enhance the well-being of children from low-income communities through a connection with the natural world. Our 75 acres of woodlands, fields and ponds near Boston are dedicated to providing respite and inspiration for children who might not otherwise have this opportunity.
DeCordova is dedicated to fostering the creation and exploration of contemporary sculpture and art through a dynamic state of rotating exhibitions, innovative learning opportunities, a constantly changing thirty-acre landscape of large scale, outdoor, modern, and contemporary sculptures, and site-specific installations. In July of 2019, deCordova joined The Trustees, the nation’s first and Commonwealth’s largest preservation and conservation non-profit. The Trustees work to engage a larger constituency of Massachusetts residents, members, visitors, and public and private partners to help protect beloved and fragile natural, ecological, cultural, and coastal sites for current and future generations.
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Mass Audubon protects more than 38,000 acres of land throughout Massachusetts, saving birds and other wildlife, and making nature accessible to all. As Massachusetts’ largest nature conservation nonprofit, we welcome more than a half million visitors a year to our wildlife sanctuaries and nature centers. Today, Mass Audubon is a nationally recognized environmental education leader, offering thousands of camp, school, and adult programs. With more than 135,000 members and supporters, we advocate on Beacon Hill and beyond, and conduct conservation research to preserve the natural heritage of our beautiful state. We welcome you to explore a nearby sanctuary, find inspiration, and get involved.
Lincoln Land Conservation Trust (LLCT) is a non-profit organization located in Lincoln, MA. The LLCT's mission is to preserve the rural character of Lincoln, to acquire and maintain conservation land in town, to promote sound conservation practices, and to encourage the preservation, enjoyment, education, and scientific study of Lincoln's natural areas. LLCT manages more than 1,000 acres of conservation land and helps to maintain Lincoln's more than 80 miles of trails.
Founded in 1990 by recording artist Don Henley, The Walden Woods Project preserves the land, literature and legacy of Henry David Thoreau to foster an ethic of environmental stewardship and social responsibility. The Project achieves this mission through the integration of conservation, education, research and advocacy.
Codman Community Farms is a non-profit working farm located in Lincoln, MA. Its mission is to operate a farm that preserves Lincoln’s rural character, highlights the importance of local regenerative farming, features heritage breeds and locally sourced food and invites inclusive community involvement through educational opportunities and access to the unique historical property.
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The Ogden Codman Trust was created under the will of Dorothy S. F. M. Codman, and was created to support organizations and activities serving residents of the Town of Lincoln, Massachusetts.
The Ogden Codman Trust
As a partnership endeavor, the Freedom’s Way Heritage Association serves as facilitator, host, and guide for heritage area-wide presentations, activities, and initiatives that recognize and preserve the unique identity of the region. We are committed to promoting, preserving, enhancing, and curating the natural, cultural, and historical resources that define its sense of place.