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McDowell Nature Center

McDowell Nature Center serves as the gateway to 1,132 acres of McDowell Nature Preserve, that protects mostly forested, rolling terrain along the banks of Lake Wylie. The Nature Center provides many educational programs on our natural ecology, and features live native animals, a discovery hall, and a gift shop. Visitors can stop and observe nature in action, enjoy a natural play area, and take self-guided tours for miles of hiking trails.

15222 South York Road

Charlotte , NC , 28278

Phone: (980) 314-1128

35° 7' 8.4432" N, 81° 1' 19.668" W

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Stevens Creek Nature Preserve and Center

We are a Nature Preserve and Nature Center. We offer many different programs for Kids and Adults some are Free and some do have a Fee. Come explore Stevens Creek Nature Center where learning about Nature is fun for the whole family. The Nature Center is open Monday-Saturday 9:00am to 5:00pm and the Preserve is open from 6:30am to sunset.

15700 Thompson Road

Mint Hill , NC , 28227

Phone: (980)314-2526

35° 11' 34.5084" N, 80° 40' 5.592" W

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The Schiele Museum of Natural History and Planetarium

Explore the wildlife of North Carolina and North America, take a trip through the universe through a planetarium show, or enjoy a walk on the Nature Trail. The Schiele inspires wonder and appreciation of the natural world through exciting exhibits, science programs, and family-friendly events.

1500 E. Garrison Blvd.

Gastonia , NC , 28054

Phone: 704-866-6900

35° 15' 11.5848" N, 81° 9' 32.3532" W

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Town of Matthews Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resource Department

Offering family-friendly and adults/kids-only events and programs all year long! Programs and camps take place at the Matthews Community Center, McDowell Arts Center and Crews Recreation Center.

100 E. McDowell Street

Matthews , NC , 28105

Phone: 7043217275

35° 7' 0.6636" N, 80° 42' 59.04" W

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