Urban Ecology Center® at Riverside Park
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| Address: | 1500 E Park Pl, Milwaukee, WI 53211, USA |
| Phone: | +1 414-964-8505 |
| Site: | urbanecologycenter.org |
| Rating: | 4.9 |
| Working: | 9AM–7PM 9AM–7PM 9AM–7PM 9AM–7PM 9AM–5PM 9AM–5PM 12–5PM |
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Alexander Taylor
One of the most interesting and educational places Ive been to recently. They have: an impressive solar array (44.4 kW), tiered compost, rain collection and filtration, water table friendly construction, recycled materials utilized everywhere, a small native animal museum, classrooms, gardening, a rooftop bee colony, citizen science programs, volunteer opportunities, summer camps, an observation tower / climbing wall, yard equipment rentals, boat rentals (its built right next to the Milwaukee River), and more I cant remember offhand. Free parking.
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Taylor Soderling
Really big fan of the Urban Ecology Center. Having a membership offers a number of fun perks, too, like free reign of checking out rentals. The facility at Riverside Park really is a nice place, just be sure to check in advance if there are events going on as most of the seating seems to disappear when thats the case (Ive gone when local coffee salespeople where there to advertise). The grounds are very nice, and during the summer and fall seasons its a great place to walk around at any time of day.
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Matthew Gnas
An amazing educational and recreational resource for all things related to nature and the outdoors - right in the heart of a major metropolitan city! Where else can you drop your kids off at an educational and exciting summer camp, borrow a kayak or canoe, then spend an afternoon on the river? Staffed by some of the friendliest people around, Milwaukee doesnt know how good they have it with this community gem.
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Lita Medinger
The Urban Ecology Center is amazing! The building is unique, beautiful, and kid-friendly, and filled with education information about the local environment and ecosystem. Plus, this location is right by a bike path and large park, so theres plenty of space to explore. They host events for kids and adults!
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Steve Ngugi
Really great place to bring curious young minds to explore nature right in the city. It was fascinating watching some small critters being fed - salamanders, turtles, toads, snakes, etc. Throw in a slide and lots of trails by the Milwaukee river and you have all you need for a fun couple of hours.
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Jessica Eaton
Became a member a year ago. Love it. For the small price of a membership you get free equipment rentals year round. Whats not to like? The Riverside building is beautiful and a peaceful place to relax. Ive even taken a few of their courses they offer. Its a great place for the city to gather.
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DeWan Dental
When you take part in any UEC activity, youll feel like Thoreau...like you are soaking up the healing powers of nature. Their amazing staff provides such knowledgeable and kind guidance to the children and adults of our urban neighborhood. -Lora DeWan Dental Wellness
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Lisa Mowery
Atmosphere is awesome. If youre a member you can hang out there. They have discussions on interesting environmental topics and are an important environmental advocate in the community. They also offer equipment rental if youre a member for free.
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Keighley Sadler
Absolutely wonderful establishment to have, an asset to the community. I plan on grabbing my husband a membership there for Christmas, hes dying to take out a kayak!
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Alison Marie
Nice places for kids to learn about science with hands on activities. We came for a birthday party which included turtle petting, arts and crafts, and a nature walk.
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ryan burwell
Great spot to teach kids about ecology in the city. Ive done volunteer work for them and staff seems genuinely passionate about the work they do!
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Keith Stachowiak
Great Milwaukee institution. Free rentals of all kinds of outdoor equipment for members. Membership is very reasonable.
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Owen Boyle
The single best place in Wisconsin to take kids or any adult that has at least an inkling of an interest in nature.
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Sam Sléibhín
This is a hidden gem of Milwaukee. Nice facility and cheap rentals if you become a member - which is also cheap!
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Corry Negley
Really nice area! Great park and people! I would def. recommend to bring your children here for educational fun!
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arrowsx10
Everything about the space is truly remarkable and the programs they offer to the community are so important.
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Sean Phalen
One of my favorite finds in the city. Memberships are cheap and they let you borrow kayaks and canoes!
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Ben Stracka
Thankful to Elise for helping my fiancé when she fell off on the bike trail so helpful and caring.
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rachel craigmiles
Me and the family go here often! My 3yr old loves it! Great staff. Great place.
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Sean Wiler
Great space , lots of fun and educational opportunities for adults and children.
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Brandon Skinkis
Love coming here to study. Always have something cool going on!
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Molly McLuven
Amazing spot with a ton of free community activities and events
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Kamal Gupta
Awesome place to relax and enjoy a bit of natural surroundings.
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Erin Carlson
Good programming, and lovely staff. A great place to just be.
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Michael Toll
Such a great place right in the middle of the city
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Robert Mc Mullen
Love it so much, me and my partner became members!
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John Anthony
Love this place, plenty to do no matter what age
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Dl Roberts
Great experience in the city perfect for kids
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Camille Johnson
Always worthwhile. Wish I came more often.
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Elisabet MJ
I love how nature surrounds this place.
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John Krause
Very friendly and worth the visit!
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Alba Scruta
A great place, great organization.
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Andrea Humsik
An awesome resource for the city
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Shawn Office
Fantastic place for learning.
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Podkayne Lee Miller
it has turtles A+
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Era of Iron
Nice employees
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Brad Cramer
Go here. Now.
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A Private User
Great place!
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