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Guided Trail – Prescribed Burn Preview: Feb. 1

January 29, 2025

On February 1, 2025, join us for a public guided trail tour to learn about ...

Prescribed Burn Scheduled February 24th, 2025 at the Heard

January 21, 2025

Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary has scheduled a prescribed burn to be conducted ...

10 Ways Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary Can Help You Fill Your Stocking This Holiday Season

November 10, 2024

As the holiday season approaches, many of us are on the hunt for gifts that ...

Meet Some of Our Animal Ambassadors

September 17, 2024

The Heard is thrilled to be home to many wonderful animals. The Animal Encounter Trail ...

Fall at the Heard

September 15, 2024

Offering a variety of activities and experiences for visitors of all ages, Heard Natural Science ...

Unlock a World of Discovery

October 9, 2023

Are you looking for an exhilarating and educational field trip experience? Look no further! Heard ...

Birding in Summer at the Heard

July 20, 2022

Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary in McKinney is a 289-acre nature preserve located ...

What Happens to Native Plant Life during the Winter and Drought

April 8, 2022

Why do plants have to find a way to adapt in the winter? All plants ...

Help Reduce Stormwater Runoff

April 6, 2022

Runoff stormwater-related flooding is increasing at the Heard. Why? And why does this matter? Read ...

Ken’s Prairie Restoration Project

September 29, 2021

Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary is pleased to announce that, thanks to the ...

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News

Guided Trail – Prescribed Burn Preview: Feb. 1

Prescribed Burn Scheduled February 24th, 2025 at the Heard

10 Ways Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary Can Help You Fill Your Stocking This Holiday Season

Meet Some of Our Animal Ambassadors

Fall at the Heard

Unlock a World of Discovery

Birding in Summer at the Heard

What Happens to Native Plant Life during the Winter and Drought

Help Reduce Stormwater Runoff

Ken’s Prairie Restoration Project

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