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Austin Nature & Science Ctr

301 Nature Center Dr
Austin, TX 78746
(512) 327-8181
ci.austin.tx.us
4.5 star rating based on 3 reviews

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Mon-Sat 9am-5pm Sun 12pm-5pm  
Status: Closed  
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The Austin Nature and Science Center also offers a unique gift shop where you can find unusual bird feeders, field guides and other nature-related items.
Posted by Citysearch on April 21, 2009

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This hands-on center with seven mini-science labs allow for a chance to explore Austin animals, plants and geology.
Posted by Contributor on April 21, 2009, (Edited September 14, 2006)

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Bats, bees, and crystal caverns are among the subjects of the Discovery Lab at this museum in the 80-acre Nature Center, which features lots of interactive exhibits. The tortoises, lizards, porcupine, and vultures in the Animal Exhibits -- among more than 90 orphaned or injured creatures brought here from the wild -- also hold kids' attention. An Eco-Detective trail highlights pond-life... more
Posted by frommers on May 25, 2007

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Wonderful place to visit by K P. at InsiderPages

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This place is great to visit. My children have always enjoyed coming to visit to see the different exhibits. They have taken many field trips here with their classes from school, so it must be a popular place for a reason. The exhibits change often so there's always something new to see. Part of the museum is outdoors so it can get hot for the little ones during the summer. The facility... more
Posted by Citysearch User on April 21, 2009, (Edited November 04, 2005)

Love this place! by Kay A. at InsiderPages

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Great place for learning and the children are sure to have tons of fun. This place is great for your nature fanatic. Parking is within walking distance and the facility is well taken care of. The staff (volunteers possibly) are very friendly and knowledgeable. This wouldn't be a great place to visit if it is raining because a lot of it is outside.

PROS: Great for Nature fanatics
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Posted by Citysearch User on April 21, 2009, (Edited November 03, 2005)

Introduce your children to nature! by Elaine S. at InsiderPages

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If you looking for a place to introduce smaller children to Nature and Science this is a great place to start. They have a small museum and an outdoor trail with some rescued animals. They host a lot of programs including wildlife, caving, astronomy and endangered species You can see everything in a couple of hours. Its a great place to experience nature with your children, more centered... more
Posted by Citysearch User on April 21, 2009, (Edited September 12, 2005)
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