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Pioneers Park Nature Center doubles as a wildlife sanctuary and environmental education center in Lincoln, Nebraska. The family-friendly center has 8 miles of trails that meander through a tallgrass prairie, wetlands area, and woodlands area. There are two interpretive buildings at the center, with interactive and small animal exhibits.

The Edna Shields Natural Play Area is an outdoor space for kids to romp, dig, climb, and build. They also have instructive children’s, prairie, bird, and herb gardens. Hiking paths pass by raptor, deer, bison, and elk exhibits. The center offers an array of programs for preschoolers, school children, and scouts. Admission is free, but donations are accepted.

3201 Coddington Avenue, Lincoln, NE, Phone: 402-441-7895

Pioneers Park Nature Center
© Pioneers Park Nature Center

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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