Chattanooga Audubon Society

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Chattanooga Audubon Society Chattanooga's oldest nature sanctuary. Tubing, swimming, canoeing, and kayaking are also permitted during the summer months.

Founded in 1944 by Pulitzer Prize nominated author and naturalist, Robert Sparks Walker, the Chattanooga Audubon Society is the area's oldest land conservancy organization and works to preserve Chattanooga's natural and historical treasures. Our primary sanctuary, Audubon Acres, offers more than 5 miles of hiking trails over 130 acres on South Chickamauga Creek along with abundant opportunities for picnicking, wildlife viewing, and photography. The visitor center houses a small gift shop and archeological museum. Also on the property are the historic Spring Frog Cabin, a Trail of Tears site and the birthplace of Robert Sparks Walker, and the site of an archeological dig, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

🌽 SOS! WE NEED CORN! 🌽Walker Farm Pioneer Days needs your help!Each year, thousands of students visit Audubon Acres to e...
10/19/2026

🌽 SOS! WE NEED CORN! 🌽

Walker Farm Pioneer Days needs your help!

Each year, thousands of students visit Audubon Acres to experience what life was like in the 1800s. Corn is an important part of that experience, and unfortunately, the wonderful farm that has generously supplied our corn in past years is unable to provide it this year.

We need a new source of corn to keep these hands-on traditions going!

🌽 Here's what we're looking for:

Type: Feed corn with the husks still on
Quantity: Approximately 2,000+ ears of corn, or a small dump-trailer load
Location: Chattanooga area

During Pioneer Days, students get hands-on experience with traditional activities such as making corn husk dolls, shelling corn, and grinding corn. These activities help children connect with the skills and hard work that were part of everyday pioneer life.

Can you help us fill the corn crib? 🌽

If you're a farmer, know someone who grows feed corn, or have a connection who might be able to help, please send us a message!

Even if you can't provide the corn yourself, sharing this post could help us reach the right person.

[email protected] or 423-892-1499

Pioneer Days is November 16-20, 2026

Thank you for helping us bring history to life for the next generation!

"Sometimes DNA can carry memories." At our Little Owl lecture series, Tim Ross reflected on Native Spirituality, specifi...
10/17/2026

"Sometimes DNA can carry memories." At our Little Owl lecture series, Tim Ross reflected on Native Spirituality, specifically his Cherokee connection to the mountains of east Tennessee where his ancestor Chief John Ross, founded Ross's Landing, now Chattanooga. "I felt more at home here than I did in the Midwest."

So began his spiritual journey to walk the Trail of Tears, reading names and stories in memoriam of the families and individuals forced to leave their native lands to head west. Watch now: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WDCueVJjlkM&t=4s

Happy Indigenous People's Day! Native American lifeways and a connection to the land have been influential to Chattanoog...
10/12/2026

Happy Indigenous People's Day!

Native American lifeways and a connection to the land have been influential to Chattanooga Audubon Society as an organization since our beginning in 1944. Especially in recent years, we have been building relationships that push us toward our ultimate goal of being an organization motivated by the values of Indigenous allyship, historical and natural education, and land protection.

Firstly, we want to thank the Native people and allies that have helped us learn and grow as educators and stewards. Every perspective shared makes us more effective, respectful, and accurate in our interpretation of history and culture. We also want to say thank you to everyone who comes to us with a curiosity to learn more about Chattanooga's history and Indigenous people.

Next, we are excited to announce that we will be hosting a new festival at Audubon Acres in Spring of 2027!

Red Hawk Festival is going to be a celebration of Indigenous culture and land conservation, two of our favorite things that are best celebrated together.

We can't wait to see you there! More information will be provided soon, and any questions/concerns can be emailed to [email protected] or [email protected].

https://www.chattanoogaaudubon.org/red-hawk-festival-2027.html

Due to the weather system forecast to come in we will be closed Saturday October 10. Program participants please watch f...
10/08/2026

Due to the weather system forecast to come in we will be closed Saturday October 10.

Program participants please watch for emails tomorrow

10/07/2026

In the heart of a bustling, commercialized part of Chattanooga, there is a place of calm and respite. Visiting Audubon Acres feels like you have an entire wildlife sanctuary to yourself. It's the perfect spot for a cozy picnic, a lazy dip in the creek, or just time alone to sit, think, and meditate. Come visit us or learn more at chattanoogaaudubon.org.

Address

900 N Sanctuary Road
Chattanooga, TN
37421

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

(423) 892-1499

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