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Western North Carolina Nature Center

Western North Carolina Nature Center is a arboretum, botanical garden & nature center in Asheville, North Carolina. It is one of the U.S. museums catalogued by the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

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Western North Carolina Nature Center

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About this museum

What is Western North Carolina Nature Center?

The Western North Carolina Nature Center is a 42-acre (17 ha) zoological park in Western North Carolina operated by the City of Asheville. It was originally opened in 1925 and known as Recreation Park Zoo, Craig Park Zoo, and Asheville City Zoo and housed a wide variety of native and non-native wildlife. It was then renamed the Children's Zoo and Nature Center in the mid-seventies and was converted to a native wildlife zoo. In 1975, a non-profit charity later named the Friends of the WNC Nature Center was established to develop and fundraise for the improvements which ultimately opened in 1976.

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Museum details

Name
Western North Carolina Nature Center
Type
Arboretum, Botanical Garden & Nature Center
City
Asheville
State
North Carolina
Website
http://www.wildwnc.org/
IMLS Museum ID
8403700277
Coordinates
35.58577, -82.48826
What kind of museum is Western North Carolina Nature Center?

Western North Carolina Nature Center is classified as a arboretum, botanical garden & nature center in the IMLS Museum Data Files. Browse more arboretum, botanical garden & nature centers →

Where is Western North Carolina Nature Center located?

Western North Carolina Nature Center is located in Asheville, North Carolina at approximately 35.58577, -82.48826. See the map above.

Does Western North Carolina Nature Center have a website?

Yes — the IMLS record lists http://www.wildwnc.org/. Hours and admission can change, so check the official site before you visit.

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