Take A Walk On The Wild Side At Woodlawn Nature Center! 604 Woodlawn Avenue, Elkhart, Indiana

Our Mission. . .

Woodlawn Nature Center is dedicated to the preservation and conservation of  Indiana's  natural resources through hands-on education.

How It All Began. . .

In the early 1960s, Mrs. Dorothy Greenleaf Boyton donated portions of land to the City of Elkhart and financed a building to establish a nature park.  In 1965 the Woodlawn Nature Council, a not-for-profit organization, was formed to operate the Nature Center. As a result of the enthusiasm and love of nature by Mrs. Boyton and the Council,many area residents and organizations benefit from nature education programs and exhibits.

Today. . .

Thousands of school children, scouts, and adult organizations receive custom programs.  Summer nature classes are provided to a variety of children, educating them about the importance of nature and the environment.  Guest speakers and workshop leaders provide an additional outlet for learning about the Earth we all share.

Hours of Operation: Winter hours are (from November 1st until February 28th): Tuesday through Friday from 1:30 p.m. until 4:30 p.m. or by special arrangement. Saturday from 11:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. From March 1st until October 31st open hours are from: 11:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. Please call (219) 264-0525 for more information or to schedual a program or tour.  Or send us an e-mail at: woodlawnnaturecenter@earthlink.net

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Please send snail mail to: Woodlawn Nature Center P.O. Box 1693 Elkhart, Indiana  46515

Woodlawn Nature Center is a non-profit organization which depends on grants, donations, and memberships to continue operating.  We have a variety of membership options available.  For more information on memberships or to make a donation, please call, e-mail, or write the Director/Naturalist for more information.

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