The goal of the Eagle Creek Earth Discovery Center is to introduce visitors to the amazing diversity of plants and animals native to Indiana and foster a sense of wonder, enthusiasm, and stewardship for the natural world. With 1400 acres of water and 3900 acres of forest, Eagle Creek Park is one of the largest city parks in the nation, offering unmatched opportunities for exploration, enjoyment, and discovery of nature only minutes from downtown Indianapolis. The Earth Discovery Center is one of two nature centers in the park, and offers field trips for schools, scouts, and other groups, family programs, teacher trainings, summer daycamps, and more! In addition, the EDC is a great place to stop by and enjoy exhibits containing live, native reptiles, amphibians, and fish, natural history information about native wildlife, displays of insects and plants, a backyard habitat area and seasonal displays, several nearby hiking trails, as well as beautiful deck with a view of Eagle Creek Reservoir. The Eagle Creek Ornithology Center focuses on birds and bird watching, and offers a variety of educational opportunities including live bird of prey programs. Both facilities are free with park admission, and are open 10am-5pm, Monday-Saturday, 1pm-5pm Sunday (closed for most city holidays).
