JOE FORD NATURE CENTER

OWENSBORO, KY

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Joe Ford Nature Center is a 30-acre natural area located in Owensboro, KY. The center is named in honor of Joe Ford, a local naturalist who worked tirelessly to preserve and protect the natural beauty of the area. The center is operated by the Owensboro Parks and Recreation Department and is open to the public year-round.

The nature center includes a variety of habitats, including wetlands, forests, and meadows. Visitors can explore the area on a network of trails that wind through the woods and along the banks of a small creek. The trails are easy to moderate and are suitable for hikers of all ages and abilities.

The center also features a variety of educational programs and events throughout the year. These programs are designed to help visitors learn about the natural history of the area and to encourage them to become better stewards of the environment.

One of the highlights of the Joe Ford Nature Center is the birdwatching opportunities. The area is home to a wide variety of birds, including many species that are rare or endangered. Visitors can view the birds from several observation areas located throughout the center.

Overall, the Joe Ford Nature Center is a beautiful and educational destination for anyone who loves the outdoors and wants to learn more about the natural world.

JOE FORD NATURE CENTER is a Arboretums, Botanical Gardens, & Nature Center in OWENSBORO KY. US MID #8402100162

The museum is classed as BOT (Arboretums, Botanical Gardens, & Nature Centers). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Southeastern (Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia).

Contact JOE FORD NATURE CENTER

JOE FORD NATURE CENTER
1035 FREDERICA STREET SUITE 270
OWENSBORO
KY
42301

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JOE FORD NATURE CENTER Information

MID # 8402100162
Name JOE FORD NATURE CENTER
Alternate Name
Classification Arboretums, Botanical Gardens, & Nature Centers, , Southeastern
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 272670318
NTEECC C60
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201212
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 37.765931, -87.1127
CODES FIPS State Code: 21
FIPS County Code: 059
US Census Tract: 000500
US Census Block: 1026