Indian Creek Nature Center

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Indian Creek Nature Center is Iowa's first and only private, nonprofit nature center, with more than 500 acres of woodland, wetlands and prairie and over 5 miles of trails in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The Nature Center is headquarted in the Amazing Space building, which is one of only 31 Living Building Challenge Petal Certified buildings in the entire world and the only in Iowa, making it one of the m

ost sustainable buildings in the world. Indian Creek Nature Center's mission is to create a more sustainable future, through environmental education, providing leadership in land preservation and restoration and encouraging responsible interaction with Nature. There is no fee to visit the Nature Center, small fees are charged for specific programs. Our Calendar of Events and more information can be found on our website.

06/06/2026

Explore 2 miles of trails through secluded woodlands and an emerging prairie at Věčný Woods.

Amazing Space is closed on Saturday (6/6) as we host a wedding. Trails remain open (as they are every day), but please b...
06/05/2026

Amazing Space is closed on Saturday (6/6) as we host a wedding. Trails remain open (as they are every day), but please be mindful of our guests celebrating their special day.

Curious about using our space for your next gathering?
Visit https://indiancreeknaturecenter.org/rentals/ to learn how you can invite nature to your upcoming wedding, family reunion, business meeting, or birthday party!

We're celebrating Invasive Species Awareness Month by continuing our work to remove as many invasives as we can from our...
06/04/2026

We're celebrating Invasive Species Awareness Month by continuing our work to remove as many invasives as we can from our 400 acres of protected woodland, prairie, and wetland.

You, too, can join the fight!

Learn about what steps you can take to help at https://indiancreeknaturecenter.org/blog/what-to-do-about-invasive-species/.

Happy Invasive Species Awareness Month! In Iowa, the month of June is designated for raising awareness of this highly complex problem. Whether you manage a ...

06/03/2026

Year 5 of wrapped up at Creekside Forest School today!

05/29/2026

July 11th, the butterflies are coming!

Amazing Space is closed today in honor of Memorial Day.
05/25/2026

Amazing Space is closed today in honor of Memorial Day.

BIG NEWS! Education Manager Andria Cossolotto has been given a national award for her work advancing environmental educa...
05/22/2026

BIG NEWS! Education Manager Andria Cossolotto has been given a national award for her work advancing environmental education!

On Wednesday, the Cedar Rapids Garden Club presented Andria with the Garden Club of America's Elizabeth Abernathy Hull Award. The NATIONAL award recognizes the outstanding achievements of individuals furthering early environmental education of children.

Read more about Andria's work at https://indiancreeknaturecenter.org/blog/icnc-educator-wins-national-award/.

Andria becomes the 2nd ICNC team member to receive this prestigious award. Former ICNC Director of Education Jan Aiels received the Hull Award in 2022. Congratulations, Andria!

Address

5300 Otis Road SE
Cedar Rapids, IA
52403

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 4pm
Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm
Sunday 10am - 4pm

Telephone

+13193620664

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