Prairie Park Nature Center

Address
2730 Harper St.
Lawrence,Kansas66046United States Get Directions
Phone 785.832.7980
Website https://lawrenceks.org/lprd/ppnc/

Prairie Park Nature Center opened in 1999 as a 100-acre nature preserve on the east side of Lawrence. The preserve incorporates wetlands, woodlands and prairie habitats and a five acre lake.

Visitors may see a wide variety of native Kansas wildlife on the property including beavers, deer, bobcats and birds of prey.

The nature center preserve and education building are operated by the Lawrence Parks and Recreation Department and funded by City of Lawrence sales tax revenue.

Prairie Park offers walking trails for bird watchers and wildlife enthusiasts as well as educational programs to the public, schools and local groups.

The education building features natural habitat dioramas, displays and live animals, including a live bird of prey collection with eagles, owls, hawks and falcons.

The nature center conducts a wide variety of environmental and recreation programs for the public, schools, scouts, adults, and other groups.

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  • Turtle Yoga

    Prairie Park Nature Center 2730 Harper St., Lawrence, Kansas, United States

    Enjoy a basic yoga practice with turtles! Breathe, stretch, and move the spine through a gentle standing and floor series designed to increase circulation, relax the mind, and boost endorphins with happy turtle encounters. The class will end with one-on-one turtle time! Please bring a yoga mat and water.

  • Spaghetti Dinner with the Animals

    Prairie Park Nature Center 2730 Harper St., Lawrence, Kansas, United States

    Come and join us at Prairie Park Nature Center for a one-of-a kind family experience! Feast on spaghetti and meatballs while surrounded by your favorite animals. Additionally, you can participate […]

  • Nighttime at the Nature Center

    Prairie Park Nature Center 2730 Harper St., Lawrence, Kansas, United States

    Ever wonder what happens after the nature center closes? Come enjoy a completely different sensory experience and see how much wilder the animals are after dark! Handheld red lights will […]

  • Valentine’s Possum Gram

    Prairie Park Nature Center 2730 Harper St., Lawrence, Kansas, United States

    Make this Valentine’s Day unforgettable with a unique possum gram for your loved one! Package includes delivery of a personalized card, flowers, chocolate, and an up-close animal encounter with our possum ambassador, Teacup! Our naturalists can deliver to residences or workplaces within the Lawrence city limits. Note that we do not deliver to schools or […]

  • Kansas Sugarbush

    Prairie Park Nature Center 2730 Harper St., Lawrence, Kansas, United States

    Learn how your favorite pancake toping, syrup, is made. Did you know that other trees besides maple can be used to make a delicious syrup? We will show you how […]

  • Wild Adventures for Preschoolers

    Prairie Park Nature Center 2730 Harper St., Lawrence, Kansas, United States

    Join us for weekly sessions of stories, activities, and information about animals and their habitats. Each week, a new topic will be presented, and outdoor activities are planned, so be […]

  • Ducks, Herons, & Eagles, Oh My!

    Prairie Park Nature Center 2730 Harper St., Lawrence, Kansas, United States

    Embark on an unforgettable winter birding expedition. Bundle up and let us take you on a journey to spot some of winter’s most fascinating and resilient feathered friends. Our guide will bring viewing scopes and assist with identifying the wide array of species.

  • Turtle Yoga

    Prairie Park Nature Center 2730 Harper St., Lawrence, Kansas, United States

    Enjoy a basic yoga practice with turtles! Breathe, stretch, and move the spine through a gentle standing and floor series designed to increase circulation, relax the mind, and boost endorphins […]

  • Winter Wonderland

    Prairie Park Nature Center 2730 Harper St., Lawrence, Kansas, United States

    See the magic and pet some merry ponies, goats, and other nature center critters. Visit the Nature Center's holiday elf for a special surprise and enjoy a hot cocoa bar, holiday games, animal balloons, and crafts while viewing our animals under the twinkling lights. Don't forget to check out the winter wonderland photo booth and […]

  • Winter Wonderland

    Prairie Park Nature Center 2730 Harper St., Lawrence, Kansas, United States

    See the magic and pet some merry ponies, goats, and other nature center critters. Visit the Nature Center's holiday elf for a special surprise and enjoy a hot cocoa bar, holiday games, animal balloons, and crafts while viewing our animals under the twinkling lights. Don't forget to check out the winter wonderland photo booth and […]

  • Overland Park Farmers’ Market

    Prairie Park Nature Center 2730 Harper St., Lawrence, Kansas, United States

    The Overland Park Farmers' Market is a vibrant public gathering place that builds community pride and spirit by bringing together shoppers of all ages and interests.

  • Snake Feeding

    Prairie Park Nature Center 2730 Harper St., Lawrence, Kansas, United States

    Discover what's for dinner at Burr Oak Woods as the captive amphibians, fish, and turtles enjoy their feast every Tuesday and Friday. The snakes are fed on the second and fourth Wednesday.