The Wild Center

The Wild Center 115-acres of outdoor experiences at a place called 'stunning' by The New York Times. USA TODAY's #1 Science Museum - 2024
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A new kind of museum connecting people with nature in unique and unexpected ways.

Stargazing from a giant spider web, snowflakes drifting through the night sky, and glowing trails through the trees– Wil...
01/17/2025

Stargazing from a giant spider web, snowflakes drifting through the night sky, and glowing trails through the trees– Wild Lights is pure winter magic ✨
Join us for Wild Lights, presented by Merrill L. Thomas Inc. at The Wild Center on Fridays and Saturdays, 5-8 pm, to experience Wild Walk under the stars and Forest Music illuminated in color. Advanced tickets are recommended and can be purchased online. https://wildcenter.ticketapp.org/portal/product/24/events

We’re excited to be nominated by an expert panel, for the third year in a row, as a candidate for "Best Science Museum" ...
01/13/2025

We’re excited to be nominated by an expert panel, for the third year in a row, as a candidate for "Best Science Museum" in the USA TODAY 10Best Readers' Choice Awards. Voters can help defend the title by casting a ballot every day until February 10 at wildcenter.org/vote. Show your love for The Wild Center and the Adirondacks by voting daily!

01/06/2025

Got a few minutes?

Please take the ACORN Community Climate Resilience Survey. We want to hear from everyone—year-round and seasonal residents, business owners, students, and visitors alike. Your input will help ensure the survey reflects the diverse perspectives of all who value our North Country way of life. Even if you’ve already participated in an ACORN listening session, we encourage you to share your thoughts by completing this survey: https://ee.kobotoolbox.org/single/rL2Suziy.

The Adirondack Climate Outreach and Resilience Network is a collaboration of Paul Smith's College The Wild Center, and the Adirondack Research Consortium with funding from New York State Energy Research and Development Authority and the Adirondack Foundation. The ACORN rural resilience network includes local communities, organizations, and engaged individuals across the 14-county region of Northern New York State.

12/31/2024

Wishing you a Happy New Year! As we reflect on 2024, we’re filled with gratitude for all the ways you’ve supported The Wild Center this year. From exploring our exhibits to joining our events, you’ve helped us continue to connect people to the natural world. Here’s to another year of discovery, inspiration, and action for our planet.

Support The Wild Center further by giving to the 2024 Annual Fund. https://wildcenter.ticketapp.org/portal/product/5

Wild Center Animals 'Squeak' Up--Tune in to hear what they have to say! https://hubs.li/Q030Gt_g0🦆From our chatty ravens...
12/27/2024

Wild Center Animals 'Squeak' Up--Tune in to hear what they have to say! https://hubs.li/Q030Gt_g0

🦆From our chatty ravens to our curious otters, every gift makes their lives a little wilder. Give to the 2024 Annual Fund before the year ends and show them some love: https://hubs.li/Q030GrQR0

Holiday Week at The Wild Center is here! We’re open EVERY DAY through December 31, from 10 am to 5 pm, with Wild Lights ...
12/26/2024

Holiday Week at The Wild Center is here! We’re open EVERY DAY through December 31, from 10 am to 5 pm, with Wild Lights lighting up the night from 5 pm to 8 pm.
❄️Start your day exploring the trails and exhibits, then conclude it with the enchanting glow of Wild Lights (separate tickets required).
🌟Plan your visit and purchase tickets at https://hubs.li/Q030xh8k0.

🎄 From all of us here at The Wild Center, we wish you a joyful holiday season!🎄
12/25/2024

🎄 From all of us here at The Wild Center, we wish you a joyful holiday season!🎄

Celebrate Holiday Week at The Wild Center! ✨🎄From December 26 to December 31, we’re open every day.🌲 Enjoy our snowy tra...
12/22/2024

Celebrate Holiday Week at The Wild Center! ✨🎄
From December 26 to December 31, we’re open every day.

🌲 Enjoy our snowy trails with free snowshoe and kicksled rentals (weather permitting)
🦦 Say hello to the otters
🐦 Experience the thrill of Birdly
🐾 Catch an animal program—featuring otter talks and creature features!

🌟Don’t miss Wild Lights every night during Holiday Week! Wild Lights tickets are sold separately.
Purchase tickets online: https://hubs.li/Q030nw0b0

Welcome, Winter! ❄️ We’re thrilled to share the magic of winter in the Adirondacks with you. From frosty trails to spark...
12/21/2024

Welcome, Winter! ❄️ We’re thrilled to share the magic of winter in the Adirondacks with you. From frosty trails to sparkling snowflakes, every moment is an invitation to connect with nature. 🌲
Visit us this season and experience the wonders of winter. What’s your favorite winter activity?

The snow has been falling all day, just in time for Wild Lights! ❄️ While this experience is magical any time, a fresh b...
12/19/2024

The snow has been falling all day, just in time for Wild Lights! ❄️ While this experience is magical any time, a fresh blanket of snow adds an extra layer of sparkle. ✨ Wild Lights is open Fridays and Saturdays from 5 pm to 8 pm, with additional holiday nights from December 26–31.

Tickets do sell out, so be sure to grab yours in advance online: https://hubs.li/Q030fKr00.

🎁 Give the Gift of Wonder This Holiday Season!Looking for a gift that inspires curiosity and connection with nature? A G...
12/15/2024

🎁 Give the Gift of Wonder This Holiday Season!
Looking for a gift that inspires curiosity and connection with nature? A Gift Membership to The Wild Center is the perfect way to share the magic of the Adirondacks with someone you love.

🎁 You can also make a meaningful impact by donating to the Annual Fund in someone’s name. It’s a thoughtful way to honor them while supporting The Wild Center's mission.

Both are gifts that last all year—and beyond. Visit https://hubs.li/Q02_Hz6k0 for gift memberships and donations.
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A snow-filled campus brings smiles to our faces this time of year 😁 We’re open Friday-Sunday and all of the trails remai...
12/13/2024

A snow-filled campus brings smiles to our faces this time of year 😁 We’re open Friday-Sunday and all of the trails remain open during the winter. We encourage you to get outside! Snowshoes and kicksleds are available for your trail experience (included with admission). wildcenter.org/tickets
🌟 Stay for Wild Lights 🌟 The freshly fallen snow will surely add extra magic to this nighttime event. (Separate tickets required and available online)

❄️ The Wild Center got a fresh blanket of snow! ❄️ Ready to explore the trails? Your general admission ticket includes s...
12/06/2024

❄️ The Wild Center got a fresh blanket of snow! ❄️ Ready to explore the trails? Your general admission ticket includes snowshoes and kicksled rentals, so you can stomp or glide your way through the beauty of nature.
✨Stay for Wild Lights✨ a magical light experience at night from 5 pm to 8 pm (separate ticket required). Plan your visit at wildcenter.org (link in bio).

The Wild Center got a fresh blanket of snow! Ready to explore the trails? Your general admission ticket includes snowsho...
12/06/2024

The Wild Center got a fresh blanket of snow! Ready to explore the trails? Your general admission ticket includes snowshoes and kicksled rentals, so you can stomp or glide your way through the beauty of nature.
Live-streaming now is The Wild Center we**am so you can track snow levels with the snow stakes ❄️ https://www.wildcenter.org/about/wildcentercam/
Stay for Wild Lights- a magical light experience at night from 5 pm to 8 pm (separate ticket required). Plan your visit at wildcenter.org.

The Wild Center is a winter wonderland!❄️ Wander our snow-filled campus and take in the beauty of the season. Snowshoes ...
12/03/2024

The Wild Center is a winter wonderland!❄️ Wander our snow-filled campus and take in the beauty of the season. Snowshoes and kicksleds are available to borrow on the trails starting this weekend as long as the snow sticks around! Equipment is complimentary with general admission and offered on a first-come, first-served basis, depending on weather conditions. Plan your visit: wildcenter.org

Celebrate Museum Store Sunday and Cyber Monday with 20% off all online orders all day today and tomorrow, December 1st &...
12/01/2024

Celebrate Museum Store Sunday and Cyber Monday with 20% off all online orders all day today and tomorrow, December 1st & 2nd! Enjoy savings on unique nature-inspired gifts, books, and more. Every purchase supports The Wild Center's mission, so you can find the perfect gift and make a difference at the same time. Don’t miss out—shop online and discover something wild! Discount automatically applied to your cart. Shop now at https://hubs.li/Q02ZW4000

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45 Museum Drive
Tupper Lake, NY
12986

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Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 10am - 5pm

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