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The Nature Center is dedicated to preserving our 1,300-acre nature park and leading programs that ignite appreciation for nature among all ages!
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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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Our Vision
To preserve a living legacy for future generations.
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September 17, 2026
Free Admission to Discovery Room Day
Celebrate North Texas Giving Day with us at River Legacy Nature Center on Thursday, September 17, 2026! Join us for a special Turtle Time with...
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September 18, 2026
Family Story Time: Fish
Join us on September 18 for a family-friendly nature program all about story time and fish! In partnership with the Arlington Public Library, this interactive...
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September 19, 2026
Morning Hike
Date: September 19 | Time: 10 AM | Ages 12 | Free RSVP is required. Please RSVP here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/j4t4sa...
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September 26, 2026
Free Animal Presentation: Yellow Belly Ball Python
Join us for Creature Features and meet River Legacy Nature Center’s featured animal ambassador: Sunny, the yellow belly ball python! Learn about the animal’s adaptations,...
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September 26, 2026
Coexisting with Bobcats Presentation (ages 12+)
Coexisting with Bobcats: Living Alongside Texas’ Elusive Wild Cat Join Karin and Roberto Saucedo of Song Dog Watch for a fascinating look at the...
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October 8, 2026
Adventures with Rabbits (2.5-4 yrs old)
Hop on over and learn all about rabbits! This is a 1 1/2 hour learning opportunity for preschoolers (ages 2 1/2 to 4 years old)...
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October 10, 2026
Fall Festival
Get ready for a day of family fun at River Legacy’s Fall Festival 2026! 🍂🎃 Join us for an exciting autumn celebration filled with nature,...
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October 16, 2026
Family Story Time: Migration
Join us on October 16 for a family-friendly nature program all about story time and migration! In partnership with the Arlington Public Library, this interactive...
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October 17, 2026
Saturday Morning Hike
Join a River Legacy naturalist for a free Saturday morning hike through the trails of River Legacy Park! Enjoy a relaxed walk while learning more...
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