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So Much Life at the Urban Ecology Center!

Check it out and enjoy the wonders of urban nature at any of our three branches.

Programs & Events

Browse upcoming programs and events.

Book a group program

Private group programs by our amazing program staff!

When school's out, we offer adventures!

Keep the fun and learning going all summer!

Environmental Education

School partnerships, early-childhood education, resources for teachers, and more.

Land Stewardship

Improving habitat on 74 acres of urban land.

Research & Community Science

Bridging the gap between professional researchers and the community.

Experience breathtaking views & awesome wildlife sightings.

Brew City Birding Festival

Take it Outside Days

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Branches

Riverside Park

1500 E. Park Pl
Milwaukee, WI 53211

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Washington Park

(temporary location: Washington Park Pool House)
4023 W. Galena St.
Milwaukee, WI 53208

Menomonee Valley

3700 W Pierce St
Milwaukee, WI 53215

Learn More Rent this Venue

Land and Water Acknowledgement

Volunteer

Volunteer with UEC

There are so many ways to contribute your time to UEC

Volunteer Application

Match your skills and interests to our opportunities

Volunteer Login

Sign in to register for opportunities and log your hours

Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities

We have regular weekly volunteer opportunities.
Find one that works for you

Rentals & Parties

Check out our venues and spaces to rent!

Weddings at UEC

Learn about hosting your ecofriendly wedding with us!

Birthday Parties

Staff-led birthday party packages

Rent our Venues

Our "Green" venue on Milwaukee's East Side

Menomonee Valley

Our "Green" venue on Milwaukee's South Side

Washington Park

Opening late Fall 2024

Support

Make a one-time gift online now.

Our community of sustaining members.

Planned giving to support our mission for years to come.

Imagine Capital Campaign

Help support the future growth of the UEC mission.

See who makes our work possible with their support!

Our list of identified needs for in-kind donations.

More Ways to Give

Donor Advised Funds, Qualified Charitable Distributions, Workplace Matches and more!

Corporate Engagement

Support UEC's mission through employee engagement

Sponsor an Event

Sponsor a wide range of community and fundraising events throughout the year!

Corporate Group Volunteering

Outdoor volunteering for corporate groups all year around!

Corporate Benefit Program

Unique program to connect your employees with urban nature.

Join the Hive

Sustaining members help us make nature available to everyone!

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Annual Reports and 990s

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2022-23 Annual Report

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Mission, Vision & Values

Annual Reports & 990s

Anti-Racism Statement

UEC Merchandise

PROGRAMS & EVENTS

Book a Group Program

Environmental Education

Land Stewardship

Community Science

Washington Park

Menomonee Valley

Land & Water Acknowledgement

Volunteer with UEC

Volunteer Application

Volunteer Login

RENTALS & PARTIES

Weddings at UEC

Birthday Parties

Rent Riverside Park Branch

Rent Menomonee Valley Branch

Coming Fall 2024

Rent Washington Park Branch

More Ways to Give

Corporate Engagement

Sponsor an Event

Corporate Group Volunteering

Corporate Benefits Program

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