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Visit a nature center

Education centers at Nebraska state parks connect people with learning opportunities about our state's wildlife and natural history.

Visitors touch a fish in the touch tank at the Schramm Education Center.

Schramm Education Center

Schramm Education Center is a state-of-the-art educational center that allows visitors to learn about Nebraska’s aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems through unique, interactive exhibits. Additionally, visitors can access the ponds, nature trails and historic fish hatchery at Schramm Park, located directly east of the facility.

A girl looks through a microscope.

Wildcat Hills Nature Center

The Wildcat Hills Nature Center exhibits and activities offer visitors a chance to discover this pine-clad butte range. Through interactive displays and interpretive programming, visitors can uncover the common plants and animals that call this area home. 

A replica, truncated steam boat and museum displays.

Missouri National Recreational River Resource & Education Center

This resource and education center at Ponca State Park provides visitors an opportunity to understand and develop their own connection to the Missouri River, therefore fostering a sense of personal stewardship and care while visiting and recreating on the river. The education center is owned by the National Park Service.

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Nebraska is where the East meets West, where plants, animals and landscapes converge uniquely.

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Park Pricing

A park entry permit is required to visit state parks and may be purchased at the park, statewide Game and Parks offices and permit vendors, or in advance of your arrival online. View those fees, as well as attraction and amenity pricing.

Park Events

Our 76 gorgeous state park and recreations areas host a plethora of events throughout the year. From bird hikes to kayak races, Living History events to family outdoor days, our parks host something fun for every outdoor enthusiast.