The Center is a place for people of all ages to spend quality time together learning about nature.
Lake Erie Nature & Science Center gives children and families a living, breathing connection to the natural world through informal science education. The Center’s unique combination of resources including a live animal collection, public access planetarium, nearby trails and park setting along the shores of Lake Erie allows for high-quality time spent with family and friends.
Featured Programs
Family Rocket Day
Work together as a family or group to build and launch a model rocket! Learn about recent mission launches and where to stream upcoming launches.
Saturday, July 12, 2025
10 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. or
1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
$75 per family (price includes one rocket for the family). $40 for each additional rocket.

Refund Policy: Notification is required one week prior to the start of a program to be eligible for a refund. A service fee of 5% will be applied to all refunds.
Upcoming Programs
June 2025
July 2025
August 2025
September 2025
October 2025
November 2025
December 2025