Houston Arboretum & Nature Center

Houston Arboretum & Nature Center

155-acre nature preserve adjacent to Memorial Park. Discovery Room + Nature Shop in main building, year-round trails through forest + prairie + pond habitats with structured kids programming.

Kids Nature Programs

• Discovery Room - interactive hands-on indoor exhibits
• Children's Programs - inquiry-based curiosity + scientific-mindset workshops
• Summer Camps - week-long themed nature tracks
• School Field Trips - curriculum-aligned visits
• Family Programs - weekend nature walks + ranger talks

What Parents Should Know

• 155-acre site, Memorial Park-adjacent
• Open daily 9am-4pm
• Free admission to trails + Discovery Room
• Stroller-friendly main loop