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Visit NC Environmental Education Centers
North Carolina has more than 200 Environmental Education Centers like the NC Estuarium in Washington that offer field experiences, exhibits and programs
Learn about North Carolina’s Environmental Education Centers
NC Museum of Natural Sciences
The North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences is the largest museum of its kind in the Southeast. Through exhibits, programs, and field experiences, the museum provides visitors with opportunities to get up close and personal with science and nature.
Visit the NC Museum of Natural Sciences' Website
Chimney Rock State Park
Chimney Rock State Park in beautiful Western North Carolina features a signature granite outcropping that most visitors identify as “The Rock.”
Visit Chimney Rock State Park's Website
The North Carolina Arboretum
Nestled in the Southern Appalachian Mountains just south of Asheville, The North Carolina Arboretum offers acres of cultivated gardens and groomed trails featuring some of the most beautiful, botanically-diverse plants in the region.
Visit The North Carolina Arboretum's Website
Jeanettes Pier
Located in Nags Head and featuring panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean, educational and programs, alternative energy demonstrations and great fishing, Jennette's pier is a one-of-a-kind Educational ocean pier!
Visit the Jennettes Pier WebsiteBefore you visit, please note: This page and the Guide to Environmental Education Centers in North Carolina is informational in nature. Visitors should research each facility further before visiting and taking part in programs to make sure the facility meets their needs. Note that operating hours, visitor entrance fees (if applicable) and program policies at individual facilities are subject to change and may be weather dependent. Contact facilities or check their individual websites before planning a visit to ensure the facilities are open and that entrance requirements and policies listed are current.
Centers Across the State
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