Earthplace, Nature museum in Westport, Connecticut, US
The Earthplace museum features a 62-acre nature sanctuary with interpretive exhibits, walking trails, and a research laboratory for water quality studies.
Founded in 1958, Earthplace has developed from a small nature center into a comprehensive environmental education facility serving thousands of visitors annually.
The center functions as an educational hub where children and adults participate in hands-on learning experiences about local ecosystems and wildlife conservation.
Visitors can explore indoor animal exhibits, follow marked nature trails, attend educational programs, and participate in scientific research at the water quality laboratory.
The facility maintains more than 50 animal ambassadors and provides rehabilitation services for injured wildlife while supporting over 200 field research sites.
Location: Connecticut
Inception: 1958
Website: http://earthplace.org
GPS coordinates: 41.14747,-73.38055
Latest update: September 20, 2025 21:00
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