Trumbull Nature & Arts Center

06/06/2026

It’s snapping turtle egg laying time, and this Trumbull Mama chose our mud mountain activity space for her nest. Please avoid this marked area when you come to TNAC 🐢💚🥚

06/05/2026

Take the Touch Grass challenge this summer!

Your phone may distract you, but it doesn’t restore you. Here’s what does.

06/05/2026

To register for the Trumbull Trails Day hike visit trumbullnatureandartscenter.org

https://trailsday.org/

06/03/2026

Come visit the TNAC table at this week's Trumbull Farmers Market!

Two more days until we are back at Twin Brooks Park for the opening of the 2026 Trumbull Farmers' Market!

The season kicks off this Thursday, June 4th, at 4:00 PM, and our vendors are ready to welcome you with the best local produce, baked goods, sweet treats, specialty food items and hot dinner options.

Be sure to check our website to preview this week's full lineup and map out your favorites—some vendors join us weekly, while others rotate throughout the season: https://www.trumbull-ct.gov/1018/Trumbull-Farmers-Market

Trumbull Nature & Arts Center will be our community guest this week and The Sawtelles will be performing under the music tent.

Many thanks to Middlebrook Farms at Trumbull for donating reusable tote bags for our opening day.

See you at the park!

05/31/2026

We had a busy day at TNAC on Saturday! A huge thank you to the Trumbull Conservation Commission's Vine Team for removing invasive plants. Plus, a fun time was had by all at our annual Fishing 101 program!

05/16/2026

Only 3 spots left for our next 6-week Nature Together! session. Register: https://www.trumbullnatureandartscenter.org/

05/16/2026

This morning, we spotted our first dragonfly of the season at TNAC, along with a beautiful native hobblebush in bloom. Pictured: Female common whitetail dragonfly (plathemis lydia) and Hobblebush (viburnum lantanoides).

05/14/2026

TNAC sometimes gets calls from caring residents who find an animal that seems to need help. While we don't handle animal rescues, we recommend the CT DEEP website for valuable information about how to deal with distressed wildlife:

Information about dealing with sick, injured, or distressed wildlife.

05/08/2026

🌿 Tiny Explorers Wanted! 🌿
Join the Nature Together! six-week series at the Trumbull Nature & Arts Center. It’s all about hands-on play, muddy boots, and making new friends!

Who: Ages 2–4 + Caregivers
What: Nature art, guided trail walks, and sensory discovery.
When: Wednesdays, May 20 – June 24 (10:00 AM – 11:00 AM)
Cost: Only $30 for the full series ($5/class!)

Space is limited! Registration covers all six sessions. To register: https://www.trumbullnatureandartscenter.org/community

05/06/2026

May is American Wetlands Month. Here are some ways you can help protect these essential ecosystems 💙💚