Lake Erie Nature & Science Center

Lake Erie Nature and Science Center is a nonprofit educational institution located in Bay Village, Ohio, serving the greater Cleveland area with a dynamic combination of wildlife programming and science education. The center features a planetarium offering shows for audiences ranging from toddlers through adults, as well as Animal Ambassadors programming and interactive hands-on exhibits. A dedicated wildlife rehabilitation program provides care for injured and orphaned animals, supporting the center's broader conservation mission. Educational offerings include preschool programs, summer camps, school field trips, and scout experiences designed to inspire curiosity about the natural world. Open daily from 9 AM to 4 PM, the center invites families and students to understand, appreciate, and take responsibility for the environment through engaging, memorable encounters with nature and science in a welcoming community setting.