WEHR NATURE CENTER

FRANKLIN, WI

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The Wehr Nature Center is a stunning 220-acre nature preserve located in the city of Franklin, Wisconsin, just a few miles south of Milwaukee. The center was established in 1967 and has since become a popular destination for nature lovers, hikers, bird watchers, and school groups.

The nature center features a wide variety of habitats, including prairies, wetlands, woodlands, and ponds. Visitors can explore miles of hiking trails that wind through the preserve, offering stunning views of the surrounding landscape. The trails are well-maintained and accessible to visitors of all ages and abilities.

In addition to its natural beauty, the Wehr Nature Center is also home to a variety of educational programs and events. The center offers classes and workshops on topics such as birding, plant identification, and nature photography. School groups are also welcome to visit the nature center for hands-on learning experiences.

The Wehr Nature Center is open year-round and admission is free. Visitors are encouraged to bring their own food and drinks, as there are no concessions on site. Dogs are also welcome, but must be kept on a leash at all times. With its stunning natural beauty and educational opportunities, the Wehr Nature Center is a must-visit destination for anyone in the Franklin, Wisconsin area.

WEHR NATURE CENTER is a Uncategorized or General Museum in FRANKLIN WI. US MID #8405500633

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Midwest (Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Wisconsin).

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WEHR NATURE CENTER
9701 W COLLEGE AVE
FRANKLIN
WI
53132-2529

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WEHR NATURE CENTER Information

MID # 8405500633
Name WEHR NATURE CENTER
Alternate Name WEHR NATURE CENTER
Classification Uncategorized or General Museums, , Midwest
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 391835436
NTEECC
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201312
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 42.930484, -88.028666
CODES FIPS State Code: 55
FIPS County Code: 079
US Census Tract: 130100
US Census Block: 3034