Aullwood Audubon
1000 Aullwood Road, Dayton, OH 45414
(937) 890-7360
Officially established as an educational institution in 1978, the Aullwood properties provide a variety of different learning experiences to allow visitors of all ages to learn about plants, animals, and ecological concepts. This unique institution is comprised of three distinct areas: the Education Center, which contains exhibits and specimens that adhere to themes of environmental protection, bird-friendly habitats, and preservation of rare and endangered species; the Aullwood Farm, a working farm that demonstrates sustainable agricultural practices; and the Aullwood Sanctuary, a 200-acre preserve that showcases the biodiversity of prairie, woodland, wetland, and pond habitats.
Important Information
Website: https://aullwood.audubon.org/
Hours of Operation: 9am - 5pm Tues-Sat; 1pm - 5pm Sun; Closed Mon.
Please see the center's catalog for specific details about school program availability and pricing. To schedule a visit, please submit the Program Visit Request Form.
Use the drop-down menus below to explore environmental literacy programming at Aullwood Audubon!
In-Person Programming
"Comparing Communities" Guided Tour --> Students explore prairie, stream, pond, forest, and meadow habitats to observe and investigate ecosystems (grades 3 - 12).
"Farmyard Adventures" Guided Tour --> Explore the Aullwood farm to learn about the significance of farms in the production of food and clothing (grades PreK - 3).
"From Our Farm to You" Classroom Visit --> A similar program conducted by an Aullwood Environmental Educator at your school (grades PreK - 3).
"Maple Syrup" Guided Tour --> Learn about differences between historical methods of refining sap into syrup and modern commercial production (grades K - 12).
NOTE: This program is only offered FEB - MAR.
"Nature Explorations" Guided Tour --> Younger students use sensory learning and inquiry to experience Aullwood's habitats and exhibits (grades PreK - 2nd).
"Web of Life" Classroom Visit --> Older students analyze positive and negative human influences on ecosystems, including extinction and the effects of herbicides and pesticides on habitats, by focusing on birds of prey (grades 4 - 7).
Virtual Programming/Distance Learning
"Web of Life" Classroom Visit may be adjusted for a virtual format if desired.
Environmental Literacy Standards
At Aullwood Audubon, students will be able to:
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the environment and the circumstances and conditions affecting it, particularly as it relates to air, climate, land, food, energy, water, and ecosystems.
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of society’s impact on the natural world.