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Dorothy Pecaut Nature Center


category : Nature Centers
Variety of natural history programs and opportunities for all ages. Hands-on exhibit area allows visitors a look at the Loess Hills geological formation and gives examples of native plants and animals. Programs on the natural history of the Lewis & Clark Expedition available. Facility includes meeting rooms, resource library, prairie and woodland trails. Located on Loess Hills Scenic Byway in scenic Stone State Park.


Admission: Fee
Hours: 9-5 Tue.-Sat., 1-5 Sun., year round. Open until 8 p.m. Tue., Thu. May-Oct.
Address: 4500 Sioux River Rd.
Phone: 712-258-0838
Our Email: dchapman@sioux-city.org
Our Website:www.woodburyparks.com

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