Plains Conservation Center
This Aurora-based center helps students and adults grow their knowledge and appreciation of the prairie ecosystem and the cultural history of Colorado through a variety of educational programs managed by Denver Botanic Gardens in cooperation with the City of Aurora.
Today’s Hours:
Saturday:
8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Hours:
Sunday:
8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Monday:
6:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday:
6:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Wednesday:
6:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Thursday:
6:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Friday:
6:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Saturday:
8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Plains Conservation Center Location
21901 E. Hampden Avenue
Aurora, CO 80013
Map
The Gardens manages programming at Plains Conservation Center (PCC) in Aurora.
- It's free to come in, hike the trails, explore the visitor center and check out the tipis and homestead village.
- There is a fee to attend any guided programs.
- PCC is designated as a birding hotspot on the Cornell University's worldwide eBird community science website.
Visitor Center Hours
Wednesday-Friday, noon – 4:30 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday, 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Monday & Tuesday – Closed
(hours subject to change)
Plains Conservation Center Gallery
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