ABOUT US
Discover Neighborhood Nature
We are located on 5 acres in Belle Isle Park, the perfect location for educational, environmental and natural experiences in the metro Detroit area. The Nature Center welcomes all and provides free admission and programming to schools, families and community groups.
Events
Upcoming Events
Experience the wonder of wildlife at the Belle Isle Nature Center! Join us for exciting, educational events that are fun for all ages — and best of all, they’re completely free to attend.
Greenfest
Get inspired and give back to the planet at Greenfest!
Astronomy Night at the Belle Isle Nature Center
Become an expert astronomer during Astronomy Night at the Belle Isle Nature Center!
Blood Drive
Help save a life at the Belle Isle Nature Center!
Upcoming at the Nature Center
See all the Nature Center has to offer at one of our upcoming events! All events are free and family-friendly.
Nature at Night: Nighttime Animals
Hosted in partnership with the Michigan DNR’s Outdoor Adventure Center, this event will take you on a hike to look and listen for the calls of summer insects, identify bat species by using an echometer, observe moths up close and explore other nocturnal species!
LEARN
Featured Programs
There’s so much to explore at the Nature Center! With programs for learners of all ages, you are sure to find the experience that is right for you.
ANIMALS
Meet the animals who call the Nature Center home
The nature center is home to a variety of animals native to the metro Detroit area, from leaping frogs to slithering snakes.
How the Detroit Zoological Society is supporting animals near and far
GET INVOLVED
Support the Belle Isle Nature Center
Help us ignite positive change for animals and nature.
Give Today
We can’t do it alone. Your support makes a difference in our community, the environment and the lives of the animals who call the Nature Center home.
Give Now
Volunteer
Show you care by volunteering at the Nature Center. With a variety of opportunities and flexible scheduling, you are sure to find your place here.
Volunteer Now
Work with Us
Explore job openings to learn how you can be a force for positive change while creating meaningful connections between people, animals and the natural world so all can thrive.
View OpportunitiesOUR MISSION
Belle Isle Nature Center
Our mission is to create meaningful connections between people, animals and nature so all can thrive.
