Seward Park Audubon, located at Seward Park in South East Seattle, is an organization whose mission is “to protect birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow.” Their center hosts programs to connect youth and adults to nature and wild spaces. Each year, through a partnership agreement with Seattle Parks and Recreation, Seward Park Audubon provides free programming, and scholarships for those who cannot afford paid programs.
Public Benefits:
- Summer Camp Scholarships: Seward Park Audubon offers several week-long summer camp sessions for youth ages 6-9. Full and partial scholarships are available for these camps upon request through an application.
- Audubon Center Public Access: Seward Park Audubon staffs a center in Seward Park that is open and accessible to the public, open Wednesdays-Sundays 10am-5pm. The center is a great place to ask questions and learn about the wildlife at Seward Park, check out their library full of field guides and natural history, and visit their gift shop.
- Free Public Programs: Seward Park Audubon offers free, and low-cost programming year-round. Two great programs include the Winter Eve’s Open House, and the Art Gallery Openings. Check out their full calendar of events here.