The Droll Yankees® Story
Droll Yankees bird feeders are praised by hobbyists and veteran birders alike as the World’s Best Bird Feeders. In over 50 years since Droll Yankees was first established, our commitment to quality in wild bird feeding remains as steadfast as founder Peter Kilham's original vision.
A Revolutionary Design
Kilham began sketching an innovative new bird feeder by hand: Clear plastic tubing for a huge seed capacity, sturdy removable metal ports for easy cleaning, and a durable metal top to keep squirrels out. It was the world’s first tubular bird feeder, and it changed wild bird feeding forever.
A Yankee Inventor
When Droll Yankees began in the 1960s, most bird feeders were tough to keep stocked, difficult to clean, and far from attractive. A seasoned inventor and naturalist, Kilham was determined to build a bird feeder that would stand the test of time—and the persistence of squirrels.
An American Brand
The brand continues to lead the wild bird feeding industry, simply by doing right by birds and bird enthusiasts everywhere. In Kilham’s true Yankee spirit, Droll Yankees bird feeders are still designed and assembled in the U.S.A—and backed by our Forever Promise.
Peter's Legacy
Droll Yankees continues to manufacture Kilham’s original bird feeders along with new and updated hummingbird, songbird and squirrel-proof feeders—all designed and field-tested with Kilham’s unwavering standards of quality.
Join the Tradition
We invite you to reconnect with nature—without compromising quality. Join the Droll Yankees wild bird feeding tradition that Kilham worked so many years to perfect.
