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  • A single green plant sprouts through the burnt ground after a fire.

    Homeschool EdVentures (4th-6th): First on the Scene

    Homeschool EdVentures (4th-6th): First on the Scene
    Wonders of Wildlife 500 W Sunshine St., Springfield, MO, United States

    Forest fires can bring disaster, destruction – and also life! Although these forces can demolish entire habitats, there are many species that thrive after catastrophe strikes! Pioneer species are the first plants and animals ready to spring into action and bring new growth to ecosystems that have suffered from these blazes. Get ready to brave the heat…

    $35
  • Aquarium Adventure - River Monsters

    Community Pond Dive Show

    Wonders of Wildlife 500 W Sunshine St., Springfield, MO, United States

    Every Tuesday and Thursday at 12:30 PM, stop by our Community Pond exhibit to see our professional divers plunge into our two-story freshwater aquarium and care for the fish and wildlife in the exhibit. This experience is complimentary to all Wonders of Wildlife guests. No reservations are required.

  • Aquarium Adventure Out to Sea - lower shark

    Shark Feeding | Out to Sea

    Out to Sea

    Every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday at 1:00 PM, stop by our Out to Sea exhibit to watch our team feed the sharks at Wonders of Wildlife. This experience is complimentary to all Wonders of Wildlife guests. No reservations are required.

  • Illustration of a night time landscape of mountains and a forest above a lake with text: "Wonders of Wildlife National Museum and Aquarium Night at the National Parks Overnight Event September 18-19 • 7 p.m. - 8 a.m."

    Night at the National Parks

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    Wonders of Wildlife 500 W Sunshine St., Springfield, MO, United States

    Embark on a wild adventure and experience the museum like never before, with Night at the National Parks! Step into the shoes of a park ranger and journey through the museum under the cover of night, completing crafts and activities that capture the spirit and beauty behind our National Parks. Then, join your fellow park…

  • Aquarium Adventure Out to Sea - lower shark

    Shark Feeding | Out to Sea

    Out to Sea

    Every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday at 1:00 PM, stop by our Out to Sea exhibit to watch our team feed the sharks at Wonders of Wildlife. This experience is complimentary to all Wonders of Wildlife guests. No reservations are required.

  • A set of hands holding a mound of soft dirt with a collection of worms wiggling around in it.

    PALS: Cleanup Crew: Wiggly Worms

    PALS Cleanup Crew: Wiggly Worms
    Wonders of Wildlife 500 W Sunshine St., Springfield, MO, United States

    Who helps keep the soil healthy? Earthworms! In this grownup-child program, we'll discover how tiny, wiggly recyclers act as part of nature's cleanup crew. Through sensory play and exploratory investigations, we'll learn how these underground heroes break down old leaves and plants to renew the soil beneath our feet.

    $15