The Nature Conservancy in New York - Long Island: Center for Conservation, East Hampton

Center for Conservation © Marian Lindberg

Visitors to the Center for Conservation can view native plant gardens and alternatives for fertilizer-heavy lawns.

Visitor Information

The Center for Conservation is located in East Hapmton. Find out more information and directions.

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The Center for Conservation was designed with the protection of the natural environment in mind. When converting a 130-year-old farmhouse and former residence into office space, alternative energy sources were used wherever possible.

Come visit our gardens to see how attractive and colorful native plant options can be, and venture inside for information on how you can get involved in the important work of The Nature Conservancy.

Location: East Hampton, Suffolk County

Size: 5 acres

What to See: Plants
An organic native plant garden graces the west side of the property, a beautiful and environmentally-friendly form of landscaping. There is also a native wildflower meadow, which is a colorful and low-maintenance alternative to a grass lawn.

Why the Conservancy Selected this Site:
To provide a working model of conservation to educate and encourage the public to adopt conservation practices.

What the Conservancy Has Done:
In building the Center for Conservation, The Nature Conservancy implemented environmentally-friendly materials and systems. A geothermal heating system uses ground temperature to aid in the heating and cooling of the building, while solar panels cultivate the sun's energy to assist in providing for the electrical needs of the facility. These systems reduce the use of greenhouse gas emitting fossil fuels.

Visiting the Preserve
Please contact the Center for Conservation for more information and prepare for your visit by reading our guidelines.

The Center for Conservation is located on Route 114, 0.25 miles south of the intersection with Stephen Hands Path, and 0.5 miles north of the intersection with Route 27 at the East Hampton Library.