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Prairie Ridge Ecostation

Museum

4.8(77 reviews)
Closed Closed ⋅ Opens 9 a.m.
Prairie Ridge Ecostation

About

Snug science station in rustic surrounds. Sustainably built field station offering educational science events in rustic quarters.

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What to bring

Based on this location and its activities, here's what you might want to bring:

  • A camera and notebook
  • Comfortable shoes for walking

Best times to visit

To avoid crowds at Prairie Ridge Ecostation:

  • Weekday mornings are typically less crowded
  • Avoid peak lunch/dinner hours if this is a restaurant
  • Check their social media for special events that might increase attendance

Age appropriateness

This location is generally recommended for:

Toddlers (0-2)Preschoolers (3-5)Elementary (6-10)Tweens (11-13)Teens (14+)

Details

  • Address
    1671 Gold Star Dr, Raleigh, NC 27607, United States
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    Phone
    (919) 707-8888
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    Hours
    Monday:Closed
    Tuesday:9 a.m.–4 p.m.
    Wednesday:9 a.m.–4 p.m.
    Thursday:9 a.m.–4 p.m.
    Friday:9 a.m.–4 p.m.
    Saturday:9 a.m.–4 p.m.
    Sunday:Closed

Features

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance: Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking lot: Has wheelchair-accessible parking lot
  • Assistive hearing loop: Does not have assistive hearing loop
  • Wheelchair accessible seating: No wheelchair accessible seating
  • Wheelchair-accessible washroom: No wheelchair-accessible washroom

Amenities

  • Gender-neutral washroom: Has gender-neutral washroom
  • Picnic tables: Picnic tables available
  • Public washroom: Has public washroom
  • Slides: Playground slides available

Children

  • Good for kids: Good for kids
  • Kid-friendly hikes: Has kid-friendly hikes
  • Playground: Has playground

Nearby

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