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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.

Group Nature Experiences

Onsite and outreach experiences led by our amazing 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 Management

Improving habitat on over 80 acres of urban land.

Bridging the gap between professional researchers and the community.

Take it Outside Days

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Branches

Riverside Park

1500 E. Park Pl
Milwaukee, WI 53211

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Washington Park

1859 N 40 St
Milwaukee, WI 53208

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Menomonee Valley

3700 W Pierce St
Milwaukee, WI 53215

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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

Naturally immersive event spaces

Weddings at UEC

Say "I do" to having an ecofriendly wedding

Birthday Parties

Staff-led birthday party packages

Rent our Venues

Our "Green" venue on Milwaukee's East Side

Washington Park

Our newly remodeled "Green" building on Milwaukee's West Side

Menomonee Valley

Our "Green" venue on Milwaukee's South Side

Prairie Springs on Park

Support

Make a one-time gift online now.

Our community of sustaining members.

Planned giving to support our mission for years to come.

Corporate Benefit Program

Unique program to connect your employees with urban nature.

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, QCD, Gifts of Stock, Workplace Matches and more!

Corporate Engagement

Support UEC's mission through employee engagement

Sponsor an Event

Community and fundraising events throughout the year!

Corporate Group Volunteering

Outdoor volunteering for corporate groups all year around!

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We connect people in cities to nature and each other.

Mission, Vision & Values

Annual Reports & 990s

Anti-Racism Statement

UEC Merchandise

PROGRAMS & EVENTS

Group Nature Experiences

Environmental Education

Land Stewardship

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

Rent Washington Park Branch

Rent Prairie Springs on Park

More Ways to Give

Corporate Engagement

Sponsor an Event

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