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About UEC

Mission, Vision & Values

Green Career Pathways

Anti-Racism Statement

Media Kit

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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.

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Programs & Events

Calendar

Browse upcoming programs and events.

Group Nature Experiences

Private group programs by our amazing program staff!

Adventure Days

When school's out, we offer adventures!

Summer Camp

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

Bridging the gap between professional researchers and the community.

Eco-Travel

Experience breathtaking views & awesome wildlife sightings.

Early Learners

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

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Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities

We have regular weekly volunteer opportunities.
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Rentals & Parties

Venue Rentals

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

Riverside Park

Our "Green" venue on Milwaukee's East Side

Menomonee Valley

Our "Green" venue on Milwaukee's South Side

Washington Park

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

Prairie Springs on Park

Opening Spring 2025!

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Join the Hive

Our community of sustaining members.

Legacy Society

Planned giving to support our mission for years to come.

Adopt Someone Wild

A symbolic adoption of a native Wisconsin animal.

Imagine Capital Campaign

Help support the future growth of the UEC mission.

Donor List

See who makes our work possible with their support!

Wish List

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!

Corporate Benefit Program

Unique program to connect your employees with urban nature.

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Sustaining members help us make nature available to everyone!

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2023-24 Annual Report

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2022-23 Annual Report

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2021-22 Annual Report

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Anti-Racism Statement

Environmental Education

Land & Water Acknowledgement

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