Norman Bird Sanctuary

Established in 1949 at the bequest of Mabel Norman Cerio, the Norman Bird Sanctuary, under the charge of her will, was to maintain 235 acres of land “for the propagation, preservation, and protection of birds, and where birds and bird life may be observed, studied, taught, and enjoyed by lovers of nature and by the public generally so interested in a spirit of humanity and mercy.” 

Over the years, NBS has grown to include more than 325 acres of diverse habitats, and its mission remains true to Mabel Norman Cerio’s original vision. The Sanctuary is a community organization that has impacted the quality of life on Aquidneck Island and across the state for over sixty years.

Non Profit

Parks

Norman Bird Sanctuary

Kaity Ryan

Elijah Dasilva

Joye Whitney

Erica Bonnenfant

Sophie Gregory

Sara Poirier

Jay Manning

Ed Team

Anna Turner

Bayley Forshee

Theodore Regan

Julie Safford

Carolyn Moy

The Education and Outreach team at the Norman Bird Sanctuary is dedicated to fostering a deeper connection between the community and nature through educational programs and activities. They design and implement engaging workshops, guided nature walks, and school programs that focus on bird conservation and ecosystem awareness, aiming to inspire a love for wildlife and environmental stewardship among participants of all ages.

Education and Outreach

Administrative Support Team

Conservation and Environmental Management

Education and Outreach

About

Team members

Other teams at Norman Bird Sanctuary

Administrative Support Team

Conservation and Environmental Management