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The Green Center

Nature + Art + Education

Connecting people with Nature & Art since 1997

Programs & Events

FREE Concert!
Join us Sunday, June 28 to enjoy the free concert celebrating the release of The Opera Bell Band's Salute to Corn album. You don't want to miss this Midwest masterpiece. 
RSVP for this FREE family-friendly event here!
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Summer Camps
We are excited to welcome all of our new and returning students to our 2026 Summer Camps! Information about our camps can be found here. 


currently on display

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"Birds of U City" by Josh Hedlund & "Dormant Forms" by Josiah McElmurry is currently on display until June 12.  Surround yourself with nature inside and outside of our Green Center Galleries.
Find out more about these artists here.
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About Us

Founded in 1997, The Green Center (8025 Blackberry Ave) is a natural oasis in the heart of the St. Louis metropolitan region. Located in a corner of Kaufman Park in University City, TGC is headquartered in a beautiful and welcoming home built in 1932.
Generous supporters like YOU enable us to provide engaging outdoor education programs to children and adults and help restore native habitats in our local communities. We serve over 1000 students each year! Please consider donating today!

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We hope You Visit Soon!


Hours

Building/Gallery Hours:
M-F: 8am - 4pm

Address

8025 Blackberry Ave
University City, MO

Telephone

314-725-8314

Email

[email protected]
  • Home
  • Who We Are
    • Our Mission
    • History >
      • Archives
    • Board of Directors & Staff
  • What We Do
    • Educational Programs >
      • Kid Programs >
        • After School Nature Play
        • Scout Badges
        • Group Programs & Field Experiences
        • Spector Family Nature Studio
        • Science & Art Summer Experience
        • Summer Camps
      • Adult & Family Programs >
        • Speaker Series
    • Art Gallery >
      • Local Art Exhibitions
      • Art-Making Experiences
    • Habitat Restoration >
      • Prairie
      • Wetland
      • Woodlands
    • Special Events >
      • Salute to Corn
      • Spring Plant Sale
      • UCity Memorial Day Run
      • Fall Fire Festival
  • Where We Do It
    • The Green Center Buildings >
      • ADA Accessible Classroom
    • Green Center Grounds >
      • Learning Gardens
      • Certified Nature Explore Classroom
    • Managed Habitats & Trails >
      • Ruth Park Woods
      • Urban Bird Corridor
  • Get Involved!
    • Volunteer
    • Contact