Lake Erie Nature & Science Center’s Wildlife Gardens to Reopen on June 27
June 17, 2025
Lake Erie Nature & Science Center will reopen the outdoor Wildlife Gardens to the public on June 27, unveiling a $1.9 million transformation that will create more engaging learning experiences about native animals for our 100,000+ annual…
What to look for in the morning and evening sky
May 19, 2025
As the weather gets warmer and days grow longer, springtime continues to bring change in the Northern Hemisphere. Planetarium & Program Coordinator Katy Downing of Lake Erie Nature & Science Center shares the visible planets and constellations…
Springtime reminders for baby wildlife season
April 8, 2025
Spring is here which means baby season for local wildlife. As wildlife rehabilitators prepare for their busiest time of the year, Lake Erie Nature & Science Center is sharing important reminders as you encounter baby wildlife this…
8 Fascinating Facts About Owls
February 17, 2025
Did you know? Eight different species of owls reside in Northeast Ohio throughout the year. Three of the most common include the Great Horned Owl, the Barred Owl and the Eastern Screech-Owl. You can also find them…
What to look for in the winter sky
January 14, 2025
Winter skies can be the clearest of the year and the richest in stars. Here are some of the constellations and planets to observe in the winter sky this season. Orion One of the biggest and brightest…
Lake Erie Nature & Science Center Plants Artemis I Moon Tree
November 20, 2024
The nonprofit Lake Erie Nature & Science Center has planted an Artemis I Moon Tree as part of a national STEM engagement and conservation education initiative with NASA. The Nature Center was selected as an Artemis I…
Connecting children with nature in late autumn
October 28, 2024
The temperature is dropping and leaves are beginning to fall, but the outdoor fun doesn’t have to come to an end! There are plenty of ways to enjoy the outdoors in late autumn. From nature hikes to…
Fall migrations to observe this season
September 9, 2024
From birds to butterflies, wildlife is on the move. Ohio’s geography of forests, grasslands and coasts, along with two large water sources—Lake Erie and the Ohio River—attracts a wide array of wildlife during fall migration. Here are…
What to look for in the late summer sky
August 2, 2024
The summer night sky is a treasure trove of exciting objects to see with the naked eye. The difficulty most people face with summer observing is that the stars do not appear until well into the night,…
Lake Erie Nature & Science Center Begins Wildlife Gardens Education and Renovation Project
June 20, 2024
As children and families continue to enjoy exhibits and summer programs, Lake Erie Nature & Science Center is beginning renovations of its outdoor Wildlife Gardens which will improve experiences for visitors of all ages. Covering 20,000 square…
