“The most effective kind of education is that a child should play amongst lovely things.” - Plato
With the temperature climbing and birds chirping, Charlotte Nature Museum is launching another season of Summer Camps that are chock full of fun in the sun! Programs are offered for various age groups ranging from pre-school to sixth grade, and provide campers opportunities to build friendships, create adventures in nature, and explore their outdoor world with our team of naturalists. From making mud pies to trolling for tadpoles, the Museum offers an assortment of activities designed will to create lasting memories.
Summer Camps are very special to the team at Charlotte Nature Museum because we have the chance to share knowledge on the natural environment... Keep reading.
Charlotte voted and we listened... Snappy is the name of Charlotte Nature Museum's newest resident, an American alligator [Alligator mississippiensis]. Snappy refers to the fact that the species has one of the most powerful jaws in the animal kingdom. Estimated to be approximately two-and-a-half years of age, this ‘prehistoric toddler’ is now on exhibit in Beginnings.
Plan a visit to meet Snappy today!
"Snappy" is currently in the lead with “Marshall” ranking second. There are five names to vote on click below to click HERE to vote on a name and you will be entered to win a get-close animal encounter!
We’re excited to welcome an American Alligator (Alligator mississippiensis) to Beginnings, at Charlotte Nature Museum.
And, our new friend needs a name - click HERE to vote on a name and you will be entered to win a get-close animal encounter!
Hi Friends, there’s a new arrival at the Museum and it needs a name.
We’ve picked a few that we'd like you to vote on and you will even be entered to win a close encounter animal experience… check back later this week for more information!
Texas Pete, our Texas Tortoise (Gopherus berlandieri) who should not to be confused with the famous hot sauce, is a Museum favorite and one of the many ambassador species of chelonians that call Keep reading.
