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Nature Matters

A personal connection to nature and the land has the power to transform a child’s life.

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Our Mission

Farrington’s 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.

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Nature Heals

I go to nature to be soothed and healed, and to have my senses put in order. - John Burroughs

Nature Heals
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What Farrington is all about

Nature Linc News

Job Posting for new Program Director

Farrington is looking for a new Program Director to run our summer program and help pilot new ...

Farrington Celebrates Centennial

On a glorious sunny and mild October afternoon, more than 50 members and friends of the Lincoln ...

Farrington’s Successful Summer Program

Farrington’s Successful Summer Program

This summer children from the following groups joined us out at Farrington to enjoy being in ...

Nature Crafts

Waterbottle Window Farm

Waterbottle Window Farm

This is a great project to bring fresh greens into your house during the cold, short days of ...

Acorn Jewels!

Acorn Jewels!

What a great fall nature craft. Turning acorn caps into jewels. The instructions can be found on ...

Rubber Snakes in Green Jello

Rubber Snakes in Green Jello

Anna from The Imagination Tree came up with this great sensory project that gives kids a chance ...

What Farrington is all about

Farrington’s unique land and buildings are a center for programs that serve youth from low-income communities and that recognize meaningful relationships with the natural world are vital to the healthy development of all children. Working collaboratively with youth-serving programs and similarly committed organizations, Farrington will guide and be a resource for experiences that enhance a connection with nature and provide young people with opportunities to develop new perspectives on the world around them.