Be sure to visit The Wild Place – the Museum’s new outdoor adventure center. Check out the two-story Tree House, the secret Story Circle, the Stage, and Gazebo – site of many summertime performances. Make bubbles, have a picnic and enjoy nature all around you! During your visit don’t miss the African Garden, the Butterfly Garden, and the Dinosaur Garden.

 

 

 

• Pick up a brochure and scavenger hunt when you enter. Have a fun time exploring and discovering the world of nature. 

 

• Dig in the Dinosaur fossil pit!

 

• Climb to the top of the Tree House. What can you see? Are there any ducks swimming in the pond?

 

• Have an imaginary tea party with woodland creatures and fairies.

 

• Our amadinda is a favorite instrument with people of all musical abilities because anything and  everything played on it sounds wonderful! The tuning is pentatonic, which means that it consists of five notes, all of which harmonize with one another. This instrument is based on those used by the Beganda tribe of southern Uganda. 

 

• Quietly observe the winged and multi-legged creatures that visit our Butterfly Garden. Record your sightings in the log.

 

• Paint with nature at the Butterfly Table. Use the rocks and other natural objects to create a beautiful butterfly. Did you know butterflies are bilaterally symmetrical like us? A starfish is radially symmetrical.

 

 

Hours of Operation

 

We offer our visitors picnic tables both inside and outside the garden. We encourage you to pack a lunch and spend the day. To keep our garden looking nice and enjoyable for all, we kindly ask that you dispose of your trash responsibly. In addition to trash bins, there are recycle bins for your cans and bottles.

 

If you prefer, there are a couple of nearby eateries within walking distance. Bill's House of Pizza is located on Main Street, just across from Sullivan Avenue. The Main Street Café serves burgers, sandwiches and ice cream, and is located around the corner.

 

There are restrooms and diaper changing tables inside the Museum.

 

Be sure to stop by the Gift Shop located within the Museum. It is stocked with nature-themed gifts, and unique, educational toys for all ages. Find craft and science kits, puzzles and more. Many of our items are under $2.