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Austin Nature and Science Center
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ANSC will be CLOSED
Saturday July 4th
for Independence Day
Have a great celebration
but remember
Wildlife and pets do not like loud noises
like fireworks!

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Looking for a fun summer camp?
Our 2009 Summer Camp Brochure is now Online!



Archeology at Zilker
The City of Austin's Excavations
at the Vera Daniel Site


2008/2009 Teachers Resource Guide available.

2008/2009 Homeschool programs and registration form.


Picture of the Main Building surrounded by trees Located on the western edge of Zilker Park, the Austin Nature & Science Center is dedicated to the exploration of the natural world. Since 1960, ANSC has provided nature exhibits, education programs, and recreation resources for countless visitors, teachers, and children of all ages. When you come by for a visit you will be able to meet a coyote and red-tailed hawk in our Wildlife Exhibits. You can follow the path of Texas fossil hunters and un-cover evidence of pre-historic life in the Dino Pit. You can explore natural science specimens and add to your own collection through the Naturalist Workshop and Trade Counter. Come on by and help us celebrate natural wonders of Austin!

image of Junior League logo
We are proud
to have been designated
'A Project of The Junior League of Austin'
for 2007/08


The center is open for public visits on Monday through Saturday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM and Sunday, noon - 5:00 PM. If you are interested in visiting the ANSC, please read the Personal Visits & Group Tours page for more information.

Quick Information Links

Get Directions to the ANSC

Personal Visits & Group Tours Information

Natural Selections - Summer 2009

Natural Selections - Fall/Spring 2008/09

2008 - 2009 Home School Program Brochure

2008 - 2009 Teachers Resource Guide
Trade Counter Hours
The Naturalist Workshop Trade Counter
is open
Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday
10am to 1pm
and
Saturday 10am to 4 pm

Bring in your natural treasures to trade, visit with one of our naturalists, and take something new home with you.
About ANSC | Educational Programs | Public Exhibits | Events | Downloads

The Austin Nature and Science Center
301 Nature Center Drive
Austin, Texas 78746

Phone: (512) 327-8181

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