The Western North Carolina Nature Center connects people of all ages with the plants and animals of the Southern Appalachians. Asheville’s Wildlife …
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Apr 27, 2025
Checked online for hours before bringing the grandkids for a Sunday afternoon outing. Website said they closed at 4:30pm. After trying to locate a parking space, we got to the ticket counter at 3:38p…Full review by Glenda H
Mar 10, 2025
We attended the post hurricane Helene reopening today during members' week, and reopening to the public is scheduled for March 17, 2025. The nature center (zoo) has been closed since the hurricane la…Full review by JMinNC
Apr 13, 2024
My family and I come to the Nature Center often. We have had the most luck seeing the most animals early in the morning or on cool days. When it is hot or late in the day they all seem to be sleeping…Full review by Madeline A
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You can purchase your membership at any time on our website. Memberships may also be purchased daily in person at the Nature Center from 10:00 am to 3:30...
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