About the Montshire

The Montshire Museum of Science is a hands-on museum located in Norwich, Vermont, offering dozens of exciting exhibits relating to the natural and physical sciences, ecology, and technology. The building is located on a 110-acre site near the Connecticut River, and the Museums' outdoor environment is a large part of the visitor experience. Science Park is a two-acre exhibit area in a beautiful, park-like setting. Also outside is a network of easy-to-moderate walking trails for visitors of all ages and fitness levels. The Montshire Museum is an official visitor center for the Silvio O. Conte National Fish and Wildlife Refuge.

History and Mission

The Montshire Museum first opened in Hanover, N.H., in 1974. The "new" Montshire occupies a 110-acre site along the Connecticut River.

The Montshire board of trustees adopted the following mission statement in 1991:

"The purpose of the Montshire Museum is to create, awaken, foster, and nurture an interest in and curiosity about the physical and natural world by providing programs, experiences, and exhibits emphasizing real objects and phenomena."

Volunteer Opportunities

Montshire has an active volunteer program for members who wish to help with exhibits, education, outdoor programs, fund-raising, and other museum activities.

Employment Opportunities

Montshire occasionally has employment, internship and work-study opportunities.

The Dartmouth-Montshire Institute for Science Education

Contact Montshire

Phone 802-649-2200 / Fax 802-649-3637 / By e-mail montshire@montshire.org