News & Events
> The Harvard Conservation Trust has moved its office to Fruitlands! Come stop by the office and explore the museum and grounds.> A successful Run for the Hills 5K was held on September 12, 2010 to showcase and promote open spaces in Harvard. Click here to see photos of the day and runners.
Nature Sightings
> A blue-headed vireo was sighted in Harvard.Click here to read about other nature sightings around Harvard and how you can send us your own sightings.
Our Mission
The Harvard Conservation Trust, HCT, is a private, charitable, non-profit land trust. Our mission is “to preserve the unique character and natural resources of Harvard.”
We actively seek to preserve:- Harvard’s rural and agricultural character;
- Open lands for outdoor education, recreation, and enjoyment;
- Areas of historical significance or natural beauty;
- The Town’s water resources, marshland, swamps, wetland, and wildlife.
- Buildings, monuments, and sites of historical, educational, and
environmental significance.
Since 1985 Harvard has lost over 1300 acres of open space. Please help us in our efforts to preserve Harvard’s valued landscape.
"I want to do something splendid... something heroic
or wonderful that won't be forgotten..."
- Louisa May Alcott,
Little Women
or wonderful that won't be forgotten..."
- Louisa May Alcott,
Little Women
