Nestled into its sloped site and largely below grade, the new 26,000-SF Robinson Nature Center immerses visitors in a rich environmental education experience from the moment they enter the site and throughout their visit.
Descending through the center’s signature “Life of the Forest” exhibit, visitors go from the level of tree canopy to forest floor both inside and out. Expanses of glass enhance the interpretive experience by offering on-going connection to nature, while also providing natural lighting for the interiors in support of the center’s sustainable mission.
“We believe that the Robinson Nature Center will quickly become a destination for nature lovers up and down the East Coast.” –Ken Ulman, County Executive, Howard County, Maryland
Details
- Exhibits, classrooms, multipurpose auditorium, office and support spaces
- 50-seat “Naturesphere” state-of-the-art digital planetarium
- Designed to achieve LEED Platinum Certification