Connecting people with Nature & Art since 1997

Happening Now:

Less Than 24 Hrs Left for our Online Sale! 
Our ONLINE Plant Sale will only stay open through the morning of Friday, April 17. We have a variety of MO natives, annuals, herbs, and veggies to fill your home gardens! And, available Online ONLY, a number of curated plant packages to make your shopping even easier! Start shopping here. 
Registration is open for our Nature Play: Spring Series!  These after-school classes are the perfect way to get your child curious about nature and learning about spring happenings each week.  Find out more information here. 

Upcoming Programs & Events

Sunday, April 26,
11-5PM
Come say "Hello" to us at this year's St. Louis Earth Day Festival in Forest Park. Eat some earth-friendly snacks, chat with some eco-minded vendors, and learn more about the work being done to create sustainable communities right here in and around St. Louis.
Memorial Day Run
The 52nd Annual U.City Memorial Day Run will take place on Monday, May 25, 2026.
This fundraiser benefits the University City Library, U City in Bloom, and The Green Center!
Sign up to join the 5K, 10K or Fun Run HERE!

currently on display in gallery

Our newest exhibit "Versatility" by husband and wife artists Joe & Roxie Randolph is on display through April 20, 2026!

Come and enjoy the vibrant exhibit filled with their incredible artwork - a testament to the decades of their love and creativity. 

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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