Beech Creek Botanical Garden & Nature Preserve

We are an Independent 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Our Vision: To educate, inspire and connect people with nature therefore improving one’s physical and mental health and overall quality of life. Our Mission: We believe that quality of life and the health of the environment are interdependent and that an understanding of nature improves the lives of individuals. We provide educational opportunities and interactive experiences that inspire people to be good stewards of their communities and the world.

We reside on 181 acres of beautiful property which is 80% forested with several streams, a pond, and gardens. Our facilities and exhibit areas include a Visitor Center, Environmental Science Center, Butterfly House, Caterpillar Nursery, a 2-acre Nature Playground, Dr. Levi Lamborn Carnation Museum, Creekside Center for Water Sciences, and a Raptor & Wildlife Sanctuary.

We are open year-round with our educational activities, exhibits & experience areas changing with the seasons. We strive to offer nature experience opportunities in engaging & creative ways for everyone. Our seasonal events include in the winter “Handfeeding chickadees & Cool Adventures”, in the Spring “Art in Bloom”, in the Summer our Butterfly House, Day Camps, Critter Days, Literacy in the Gardens and so much more, in the Fall Spooky Science, at Christmas “Nature’s A-Glow”.