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Shelby Bottoms Nature Center serves as a visitor jumping-off point for exploration of the 950-acre Shelby Bottoms Greenway and the 336-acre Shelby Park, which are located in eastern Nashville approximately four miles from the city's center. The center hosts a wide variety of free environmentally-focused programming for visitors, including guided outdoor recreational opportunities, school field trips, and nature volunteering opportunities for Nashville citizens. Natural and cultural history exhibits are showcased at the center daily, along with rotating art and photography exhibitions. A nature reference library provides access to natural history volumes, field identification guides, and children's books, while several demonstration gardens and children's nature play areas offer outdoor exploration opportunities. The center also serves as the trailhead for 10 miles of hiking trails, including five miles of ADA-accessible trails.
1900 Davidson St, Nashville, TN 37206, Phone: 615-862-8539
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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