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North Park Village Nature Center is located on the northwest side of Chicago and includes a forty-six acre nature preserve and an educational facility. The nature center and preserve are situated within the North Park Village complex, a cluster of buildings located on approximately 155 acres of land.

The nature preserve features trails that wind through woodlands, wetlands, prairie, and savannas. A discovery room, a hands-on table of natural objects, and interactive displays are highlights of the nature center. Programs offered include public programs for pre-schoolers, school-age children, families, and adults plus an eco-explorers summer camp and outreach programs.

The mission of the North Park Village Nature Center is to provide urban citizens with an opportunity to interact with wildlife, plants, and other natural resources through environmental education and access to improved natural landscapes.