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River Legacy Foundation - EST. 1988
Our mission is to preserve and enhance the land along the Trinity River and its tributaries as an extraordinary recreational, educational and natural resource.
River Legacy Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
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To preserve a living legacy for future generations.
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May 02, 2026
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Rooted in Love: Mother’s Day Celebration
River Legacy Nature Center
703 NW Green Oaks Boulevard, Arlington TX 76006
May 09, 2026
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
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River Legacy Nature Center
703 NW Green Oaks Boulevard, Arlington TX 76006
May 25, 2026
All Day
Nature Center CLOSED
River Legacy Nature Center
703 NW Green Oaks Boulevard, Arlington TX 76006
May 30, 2026
2:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Creature Features: The African Mud Turtle and the Diamondback Terrapin
River Legacy Nature Center
703 NW Green Oaks Boulevard, Arlington TX 76006
May 30, 2026
2:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Explora Las Criaturas
River Legacy Nature Center
703 NW Green Oaks Boulevard, Arlington TX 76006
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Latest News
River Legacy Welcomes AISD Wildlife Management Intern
This spring, River Legacy Nature Center is excited to welcome a new intern whose passion for wildlife and hands-on learning aligns perfectly with our mission
Time to Celebrate a Big Arlington Anniversary
Written by Former Arlington Mayor Richard Greene, this article was originally posted on Arlington Today Magazine here. The new year marks the 30th anniversary of
One Million Strong: The Arlington Chamber of Commerce Celebrates with River Legacy Foundation
In a recent Member Spotlight video by the Greater Arlington Chamber of Commerce, the River Legacy Foundation proudly celebrated a monumental milestone: connecting one million
