Three Lakes Park & Nature Center

Three Lakes Park & Nature Center
400 Sausiluta Dr. Henrico, VA 23227
(804) 262-5055

Hours of Operation

December-February:
Saturday & Sunday, noon-4:30 p.m.

March-May:
Tuesday-Sunday, noon-4:30 p.m.

June-August:
Tuesday-Friday, 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday, noon-4:30 p.m.

September-November:
Tuesday-Sunday, noon-4:30 p.m.

Three Lakes Park and Nature Center bring together the three worlds of air, water, and land for visitors to explore. The Nature Center is a 6,500 sq. ft. facility featuring a variety of exhibits designed to provide hands-on experiences. The 50,000 gallon aquarium also gives visitors a "fish-eye" view of the underwater world.

The exhibits in the Nature Center will introduce visitors to the plant and animal life native to the area and wildlife living in the wetlands and woodlands of the park. By providing an assortment of live exhibits, dioramas, and interactive displays, the Nature Center offers something for every field of natural interest and is appropriate for all ages.

Programs and tours are held throughout the year at Three Lakes Park & Nature Center. For a list of current programs and classes, please see the Preschool and Youth "At Your Leisure" pages (Nature & Outdoors section).

For more information, contact Tom Thorp or Bekky Monroe at 262-5055.

Nature Programs

Class Registration: For information on how to register for these classes, see the Registration page.

To the parents of children taking nature classes: Unless attending a family program, only children will be allowed in class. Parents and other family members may wait in the park or return for pickup at the end of the program. 

~ Family & Friends ~

A Tribute to Scouting
For all ages. From hiking to wildlife study, boys and girls across America have been introduced to the world of nature through scouting organizations. Join us as we celebrate scouting with a look at the history of these organizations and some of the nature they explore. Information: 262-5055.

Boy Scout Day
Wed, Feb 8, 2:30-3:30 p.m.
Three Lakes Nature Center. Free.

Girl Scout Day
Wed, Mar 14, 2:30-3:30 p.m.
Three Lakes Nature Center. Free.

Spring Break Nature Celebration
For all ages. What better way could you spend spring break than at your local nature center? Join us for this very special opportunity as we open up our classroom doors for a behind-the-scenes look at items from our nature collections. Staff will be available each day to provide information and answer questions. Information: 262-5055.

Tue-Fri, Apr 10-13, 10-11 a.m.
Three Lakes Nature Center. Free.

~ Preschool ~

Nature’s Nursery
For ages 4-5. High up in the trees little nestlings are chirping. Young bunnies are racing through the grass. Spring is the time for new baby animals of all kinds. Explore the life of these newborns and how their mothers care for and protect them. Information: 262-5055.

1CJ.114011 Fri, Apr 27, 3-4 p.m.
Three Lakes Nature Center. $6.

S’morey Telling
For ages 3-6. Registration of a paying adult is required. Get lost in a world of tales, while roasting marshmallows around a campfire. Instructor: Jane Crouse. Information: Dee Donnelly, 501-5147.

1CJ.029680 Fri, May 11, 6-8 p.m.
Deep Run Park. $7.50 per person. Register by May 4.

Bubbles
For ages 4-5. One of the joys in life is blowing bubbles and watching them float along in the air. Join us as we mix up a soapy batch outdoors and explore the wonder of these iridescent little orbs. Play clothes suggested. Information: 262-5055.

1CJ.114012 Fri, May 25, 3-4 p.m.
Three Lakes Nature Center. $6.