We believe that experiencing nature is an essential part of life,
and research has found that connecting with nature
makes all people happier, healthier, and smarter.
The Nature Discovery Center is dedicated to preserving our
4-acre nature park and leading programs that ignite appreciation
for nature among all ages.
Programs at the Center
Birthday Parties
Celebrate your child’s birthday with family and friends at the Nature Discovery Center. Picnic tables in the Pavilion area are reserved for your festivities. We offer a variety of nature themed party programs, from Nature Walks to fun with rabbits.
Birthday Party Inquiry Form
School Field Trips (Sept – May)
The Nature Discovery Center offers school-year “Nature at Your Doorstep” Field Trips and Summer Field Trips. This page details our school-year field trip program. Field Trips to the Nature Discovery Center are based on a curriculum of real world investigations that nurture the young scientist in every student!
Scout Programs
We offer a variety of programs to help your Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts complete badge, journey, or achievement requirements. Bring your group of 5 or more scouts for an engaging program in the beautiful setting of our nature park.
Nature Story Time
Come join us on Wednesday afternoons at 4 p.m. for our Nature Story Time. Each week we read books on different nature topics. Story times at the Pavilions will also include live animals, specimens, and/or stuffed animals.
Cost: Free
Featured events
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21 Mar 2026Meet the Animals
Nature Discovery Center Naturalists offer weekend Meet the Animals sessions aimed to give you a more in-depth introduction to our…
- Nature Discovery Center, 7112 Newcastle St, Bellaire, TX 77401, USALocation
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22 Mar 2026Mess Makers (Win/Spr) Sun AM
Messy, sensory play is an important part of child development. Together with NDC staff and volunteers, you will explore and…
- 7112 Newcastle StreetLocation
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26 Mar 2026Pollywogs
Experience nature with your little one (ages 0 to 2)! Through a mix of stories, live animal encounters, sensory play,…
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