Shelby Bottoms Nature Center 1900 Davidson St.
Nashville, TN 37206 615-862-8539
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SHELBY BOTTOMS GREENWAY & NATURE CENTER
Welcome to Shelby Bottoms, a 935 acre natural area park located within the floodplain of the Cumberland River and characterized by wetlands and a diverse array of plants and animals. Shelby Bottoms Nature Center is a great place to
begin your visit to the Park. Pick up a trail map and a program schedule, talk to a naturalist, and learn about the natural and cultural history of the area.
While at the Nature Center, you can also learn about a living green roof, observe rain chains, and explore other sustainable features of this EarthCraft certified facility. Learn how you can be more green in your daily choices at home and work. If you bring children on your visit, be sure to visit Nature Play, a children’s natural play area where they can dig, climb, run, explore, create, and get dirty!
The Nature Center also offers field trip opportunities for
local schools as well as Boy and Girl Scouts, garden clubs, and other interested
groups. Call or email for more information.
Public programs are offered year-round on a variety of topics and are generally free.
Nature Center hours of operation: Tues/Thurs/Sat 9 am—4 pm, Wed/Fri 12—4 pm, and Closed Sunday & Monday. Shelby Bottoms Greenway is open 7 days a week from daylight until dusk.
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