Preschool Day – 8/14/25

05/23/2025 |

Preschoolers and their families are invited to join us for a day of fun and learning at the Heard. Families will enjoy a discount on event tickets: buy one, get one of equal of lesser value free. Be sure to use promo code PSDAY2025 when you purchase your tickets. Join us for special activities and visit with representatives from local organizations!

Reservations are required for the special event. Be sure to save your spot today.

Activities

Educational Activities
Educational Partner Booths
- Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge
- Blackland Prairie Chapter – Texas Master Naturalist
- Sci-Tech Discovery Center
- Collin County Chapter of the Native Plant Society of Texas
- Monarch Watch
- Heard Wildlife Sanctuary Frog Watch Chapter
- Heard Education Department
Story Times
Animal Talks
Coloring Sheets (while supplies last)
Self-Guided Hikes
Native Texas Butterfly House & Garden
Scavenger Hunts
Touch Tables with Nature Items and More
Animal Enrichment Craft Activity
Explore our indoor exhibits, including our newest one, “The Cell Phone Connection to the Natural World”
Check out our preschool classrooms and get more info about our Preschool Nature Explorers program

Scheduled Programs

Story time in Opossum Classroom
- 10- 10:30 AM
- 11-11:30 AM
Animal Meet and Greet in Ladybug Amphitheater
- 9:30 AM-10 AM
- 10:30- 11 AM

We will also offer Homeschool Day in the afternoon. Guests registered for Preschool Day are welcome to stay for the fun! More information will be available soon. To receive updates, please click here.

Homeschool Day – 8/14/25

05/23/2025 |

Homeschoolers and their families are invited to join us for a day of fun and learning at the Heard. Families will enjoy a discount on event tickets: buy one, get one of equal of lesser value free. Be sure to use promo code HSDAY2025 when you purchase your tickets. Join us for special activities and visit with representatives from local organizations!

Reservations are required for the special event. Be sure to save your spot today.

Activities

Educational Activities
Educational Partner Booths
- Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge
- Blackland Prairie Chapter – Texas Master Naturalist
- Sci-Tech Discovery Center
- Collin County Chapter of the Native Plant Society of Texas
- Monarch Watch
- Heard Wildlife Sanctuary Frog Watch Chapter
- Heard Education Department
Story Time
Animal Talks
Coloring Sheets (while supplies last)
Self-Guided Hikes
Native Texas Butterfly House & Garden
Scavenger Hunts
Touch Tables with Nature Items and More
Animal Enrichment Craft Activity
Explore our indoor exhibits, including our newest one, “The Cell Phone Connection to the Natural World”
Check out our homeschool classrooms and get more info about our Homeschool Natural Science Program

Scheduled Activities

Animal Meet and Greet Ladybug Amphitheater- 12 PM-12:45 PM
Story time in Ladybug Amphitheater – 1 PM
Animal Meet and Greet in Ladybug Amphitheater – 2-2:45 PM

We will also offer Preschool Day in the morning. Guests registered for Homeschool Day are welcome to come early for the fun! Please note that the morning activities will be geared towards young children. More information will be available soon. To receive updates, please click here.

Magical Moth Night – 7/26/25

05/21/2025 |

Join us on July 26 as we celebrate National Moth Week at Magical Moth Night! Equipped with gentle light features to attract them, we’ll explore the hidden beauty of moths and other nocturnal creatures. This unique event offers an unforgettable look at nature’s most captivating night-time creatures. See the night as you’ve never seen it before!

Family Campout – 06/07/25

04/02/2025 |

The Family Campout will offer groups an evening of fantastic discovery after hours! Our programs include team-building activities, the opportunity to experience Texas wildlife, s’mores, and more. Experience what it’s like to be a member of the Heard’s nightlife. And, enjoy a night that your group will never forget! Spots are limited, so be sure to get your ticket now.