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2025 Summer Programs

Experience a Summer of Discovery at the Highlands Nature Center

From hands-on activities and evening adventures to engaging talks by regional experts, our 2025 summer programs offer something for everyone. Whether you’re exploring nature with your family, deepening your understanding of Southern Appalachian biodiversity, or simply looking for something fun and free to do—there’s a program for you!

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Daily Programs

Beginning June 2nd

Animal Encounter

Mondays at 2:30 PM

Storytime

Tuesdays at 10:30 AM

Garden Tour

Wednesdays at 12:00 PM

Scientist Skills

Thursdays at 2:30 PM

Animal Encounter

Fridays at 2:30 PM

Make n’ Take Saturdays

Saturdays at 2:30 PM

Tuesday Evenings | June 3rd - August 12th

Free Admission – Registration Required

Zahner Conservation Lecture Series

Thursdays at 6 PM | June 12th - August 14th

Free Admission 

Funded by

Highlands Biological Foundation

These programs are FREE and made possible by the Highlands Biological Foundation.

Animals at Highlands Nature Center