The Mary Gray Bird Sanctuary is owned and operated by the Indiana Audubon Society and is located south of Connersville in Fayette County.
Alice Green Gray gave the initial 264 acre property to the Indiana Audubon Society in 1943 as a living memorial to her daughter Mary, who preceded her in death. Congressman Finley H. Gray willed additional property to the society in 1947, bringing the total to more than 600 acres. Gifts from members have allowed the acquisition of more property so that the Sanctuary now occupies more than 700 acres.
Visitors are welcome to the property from dawn to dusk. Rustic camping and fishing is available to Indiana Audubon members (check in at caretaker residence). Join Indiana Audubon Here.
Update (9/20/21): We are NOT taking any wedding reservations at this time. We anticipate accepting reservations again in January 2022. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Our Research
One of the functions of the Indiana Audubon Society is to engage in scientific and educational pursuits.
Bird, plant, turtle and wildflower research projects are currently being conducted.
Weddings & Facilities
The Mary Gray Bird Sanctuary is the perfect location for your next event! Wedding, reunion, and meeting space is available for rent.
Weddings have become popular at the Sanctuary!
MGBS Trail Map
