Effective Monday, June 13, 2022, APEC’s health and safety protocols for those who wish to enter APEC are changing as per NYC mandates. Masks are recommended, but no longer required, for visitors of all ages.
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​Preregistration is OPEN for APEC's Summer SENSES Programs!
- Kindergarten Kids (entering Kindergarten)
- Summer Science Squad (entering grades 1st - 3rd)
- APEC Pioneers (entering grades 4th - 6th)

Upcoming Programs

Crawling Critters

Saturday, July 9th
11:00am-12:00 pm
Ages: 2-3 years old, with 1 adult
$20 per person

Fused Glass Workshop

Sunday, July 10th
2:00-3:30 pm
Ages: Adults
$28 per person

Summer Sunset Soiree

Sunday, July 31st
7:00-9:00 pm
Ages: Adults
$45 per person

Animal Story Time August

3-Class Series
Fridays, August, 5th, 12th, & 19th
​9:00 - 9:45 am
Ages: 2-3, with one adult
$48 per child

Summer Forest Bathing Walk

Saturday, July 23rd
10:30 am-12:00 pm
Ages: Adults
$20 per person

Guided Mushroom Walk

Saturday, September 3rd
10:00-11:30 am
Ages: Adults
$15 per person
HOURS & PARKING
The building is open 7 days a week, except for major holidays. Monday - Friday APEC is open from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. We have varying hours on the weekend and are closed on some holidays. Call ahead if coming in on a weekend or on a holiday. Building is handicap accessible. Walking trails are open from dawn to dusk, year ‘round.

Parking and entrance to the building and grounds is free, but we do have a suggested donation of $5 per person. You can contribute right at the front desk of APEC if you wish to do so!
Thank you to all of our Sponsors!

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The environmental center is located in Alley Pond Park, surrounded by lush nature trails where visitors can enjoy NYC's natural landscapes. Guests are welcome to attend one of APEC's many nature oriented programs for all ages and visit the center's animal ambassadors. Please explore our website to learn more and register for programs.
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