Brookside Nature Center, Montgomery Parks

Brookside Nature Center, Montgomery Parks Brookside Nature Center is a facility of Montgomery Parks. The nature center has free admission.

Since 1961, Brookside Nature Center has engaged visitors in fun and meaningful ways to connect to both the natural and cultural resources in Montgomery County. Located within Wheaton Regional Park, the nature center interprets local natural and cultural history through programs, exhibits, hands-on nature discovery areas, bay-friendly gardens, nature trails, accessible and interpretive boardwalks,

and our unique nature play area. We provide naturalist-led programs that explore the dynamic areas of parkland to the public, school children, scouts, and other groups.

It is turtle talk season at Brookside Nature Center! Watch our Eastern box turtles stretch their legs in their outdoor e...
06/04/2026

It is turtle talk season at Brookside Nature Center! Watch our Eastern box turtles stretch their legs in their outdoor enclosure! Learn about the big role they play in our forests and communities. No registration required!

🐢 Sat, June 13 | 1:30-2:00pm | All Ages | FREE
🐢 Sat, June 27 | 1:30-2:00pm | All Ages | FREE
🐢 Sat, July 11 |1:30-2:00pm | All Ages | FREE
🐢 Sat, July 25 | 1:30-2:00pm | All Ages | FREE
🐢 Sat, August 8 | 1:30-2:00pm | All Ages | FREE
🐢 Sat, August 22 | 1:30-2:00pm | All Ages | FREE

You can check program status updates at https://mocoparks.org/3IvXn3v

A warm day is a great time to cool off at the stream! Bring your water shoes and we'll bring the buckets, nets, and othe...
05/28/2026

A warm day is a great time to cool off at the stream! Bring your water shoes and we'll bring the buckets, nets, and other equipment needed to explore and have fun!

💧 Sat, June 13 | 2:00-3:00pm | Ages 3+ | $7

Attendees 3+ must register; no registration required under 3: https://mocoparks.org/4tl2J8U

Join us for the Little Explorers Program at Brookside Nature Center! Let's read stories, sing songs, and take mini-hikes...
05/21/2026

Join us for the Little Explorers Program at Brookside Nature Center! Let's read stories, sing songs, and take mini-hikes meant for the youngest legs! Please note: The Little Explorers programs scheduled in the same month will have the same topic and activities.

🐝 Wednesday, June 10th | 10:30-11:15am | Ages 18M - 3 Years | $7
🐝 Saturday, June 13th | 10:30-11:15am | Ages 18M - 3 Years | $7

Register each child on Active Montgomery, a guardian must attend: https://mocoparks.org/4dBTOL6

Join a Park Naturalist and seek the many natural wonders of Wheaton Regional Park! Preschoolers and their favorite adult...
05/14/2026

Join a Park Naturalist and seek the many natural wonders of Wheaton Regional Park! Preschoolers and their favorite adult will have the opportunity to collect, count and sort different natural materials, recognize shapes and patterns in nature and develop social skills like sharing and cooperation!

🍃 Wed, May 27 | 10:30-11:30am | Ages 3-5 | $7

Register each child, a guardian must attend: https://mocoparks.org/4tMMEZn

What time is it? Summer registration time! Registration for the 2026 Summer season is officially open, and your next adv...
05/11/2026

What time is it? Summer registration time! Registration for the 2026 Summer season is officially open, and your next adventure is just a click away. Register today: https://mocoparks.org/30iiV2h

Happy Mother's Day to all the moms out there, including the mother of these five little bluebirds!
05/10/2026

Happy Mother's Day to all the moms out there, including the mother of these five little bluebirds!

Join a naturalist for a guided meditation while walking the beautiful grounds of the Nature Center! Learn and practice t...
05/05/2026

Join a naturalist for a guided meditation while walking the beautiful grounds of the Nature Center! Learn and practice techniques to tune into your body and find peace in the present moment. Includes tea/coffee. This program is part of a 3-week series. Participants are welcome to register for individual sessions or for the full series.

🌱 Friday, May 8th | 1:00-2:00pm | Ages 18+ | $7
🌱 Friday, May 15th | 1:00-2:00pm | Ages 18+ | $7
🌱 Friday, May 22nd | 1:00-2:00pm | Ages 18+ | $7

Register on ActiveMontgomery: https://mocoparks.org/3O5Kk0l

Summer is just heating up! Find your perfect summer activity with the 2026 Summer Program Guide, now available. Create y...
05/02/2026

Summer is just heating up! Find your perfect summer activity with the 2026 Summer Program Guide, now available. Create your program wish list and get ready to register on May 11 at 6:30 am. Looking for something specific? Take advantage of our Build Your Own Guide tool to find your ideal program. Your next summer adventure awaits: https://mocoparks.org/30iiV2h

Join a Park Naturalist and seek the many natural wonders of Wheaton Regional Park! Preschoolers and their favorite adult...
04/28/2026

Join a Park Naturalist and seek the many natural wonders of Wheaton Regional Park! Preschoolers and their favorite adult will have the opportunity to collect, count and sort different natural materials, recognize shapes and patterns in nature and develop social skills like sharing and cooperation!

🍃 Wed, May 13 | 10:30-11:30am | Ages 3-5 | $7
🍃 Wed, May 27 | 10:30-11:30am | Ages 3-5 | $7

Register each child, a guardian must attend: https://mocoparks.org/4tMMEZn

Address

1400 Glenallan Avenue
Wheaton, MD
20902

Telephone

(301) 962-1480

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