This event is in the past.It took place on February 7, 2026 at Leslie Science & Nature Center.
Come nose-to-snout with Michigan's native turtles, snakes, and frogs at the Critter House. It's a hands-on, low-key way to spark curiosity about the creatures living right in your backyard.
Kid-friendly wildlife
Hands-on learning
Indoor nature
Family outing
Tips
🐢"the staff was amazing, did a craft with the kids"
🦅check out the raptor enclosures outside
🎒pack a picnic for the nature playscape
Critter House Open Hours
Northside
Come nose-to-snout with Michigan's native turtles, snakes, and frogs at the Critter House. It's a hands-on, low-key way to spark curiosity about the creatures living right in your backyard.
Kid-friendly wildlife
Hands-on learning
Indoor nature
Family outing
Tips
🐢"the staff was amazing, did a craft with the kids"
🦅check out the raptor enclosures outside
🎒pack a picnic for the nature playscape
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