Prairie Ridge Ecostation is open Tuesday through Saturday, 9am to 4pm (closed on Sunday and Monday).
Please see the Hours & Admission page for Prairie Ridge's holiday schedule.
We invite you to visit us online at naturalsciences.org or follow along on Facebook @prairieridge.
- Face coverings are now optional.
- If you are experiencing symptoms of illness, we ask that you postpone your visit.
The Ecostation
Prairie Ridge boasts a green Outdoor Classroom, a native plant garden and native tree arboretum, a series of ponds and vernal pools, and a trail system winding through the prairie and forest. Museum staff offer a multitude of public programs to educate visitors about nature and science. The Nature PlaySpace for young children has become a safe, popular space for nature-based play; programs offered here include Nature Stories and Nature PlayDays. Prairie Ridge is also a hub for researchers who conduct citizen science onsite, affording visitors numerous opportunities to participate in real scientific research.
- Public Programs and Events for Individuals & Families
- Schedule a Program for Groups of 8 or More Students
- Get Directions
- Parking Information
- Printable trail map
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New Education Center planned for Prairie Ridge!
The Museum is currently fundraising to build an Education Center at Prairie Ridge. A new Education Center will expand our services and amenities year-round and increase the number of visitors we can accommodate at Prairie Ridge.