Naturalist Lab
Take a closer look at nature's treasures
Exhibitions
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Wild by nature.
Explore Discovery Place Nature and encounter fur, fun and feathers. Little ones will experience the natural world in an environment that encourages hands-on exploration and self-directed learning.
Fort Wild
An outdoor exhibition that encourages imaginative play in a creative environment
Butterfly Pavilion
Walk among free-flying butterflies and native plants
Paw Paw Nature Trail
For nature lovers of all ages, an easy-to-navigate trail alive with native flora and fauna
Beginnings
Kids explore the life cycles of young animals
Creature Cavern
Go nose-to-nose with opossums, owls, snakes and more
Our Big Backyard
Discover the world of animals who live under the ground
Peetie's Place
The perfect place for a story, puzzle or puppet show
Insect Alley
Check out our live collection of insects and arthropods
Plan your visit
Looking for kid-friendly things to do in Charlotte? Fun and learning go wild at Discovery Place Nature! Children will love to explore the easy-to-navigate Museum and discover live animals, daily shows, hands-on demonstrations and creative play areas.
