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Runge Nature Center

Name: Runge Nature Center
Address: 330 Commerce Drive, Jefferson City, MO, 65102, US

330 Commerce Drive

Jefferson City, MO 65102

Runge Nature Center

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573-526-5544

This 100-acre area in Jefferson City features a visitor center with exhibits and live-animal displays, special events, trails, demonstrations, and diverse natural habitats.

At the Runge Conservation Nature Center, come and enjoy the wonders of Missouri's habitats and the fish, forest and wildlife resources found in the Show-Me State. Get acquainted with beauty as we travel from the rugged prairies of the north to the swamplands of the Bootheel.

Facility and exhibits

200-seat auditorium, three classrooms, and indoor wildlife-viewing area, library, and 3,000 square feet of exciting exhibits
All indoor facilities are disabled-accessible
Pull-through bus and RV parking

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