Environmental Center

Public Program Registration https://essexcountyparks.org/calendar

Upcoming Events at Environmental Center

Jun 20
KITCHEN GARDENS
GROW AND GLOW: KITCHEN GARDENS
Saturday, June 20; 10:30am to 12pm
For all ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Bring the vibrant flavors of garden herbs into your kitchen year-round and har...
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Jun 22
NATURE EXPLORERS CAMP COUNSELOR TRAINING
NATURE EXPLORERS CAMP COUNSELOR TRAINING 

Monday, June 22; 3:30pm to 5pm

For ages 13 and older. This session is essential for volunteers looking to assist our Lead Educators during our Nature Exp...
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About

Pre-registration is required for all programs unless otherwise noted.

Registration is accepted in-person, by mail or can be completed online at https://essexcountyparks.org/calendar

The Essex County Environmental Center, a facility of the Essex County Park System, is an environmental education center with a mission to create awareness, understanding, and appreciation of the environment and its relationship to Essex County residents.  The Center is dedicated to uniting its twenty-two communities through integrated educational programs including hands-on activities.

There are no refunds given for missed classes.

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What's Happening at Environmental Center

Location
621-B Eagle Rock Avenue
Roseland, NJ 07068
Hours
ECEC will be operating on a Tuesday through Saturday schedule and will be CLOSED on MONDAYS from October 20, 2025, through March 9, 2026.

A Monday through Friday and most Saturdays 10am to 2pm schedule will resume on March 16, 2026.

Trails are open dawn to dusk.

For more information, please call the Center at 973.228.8776. THANK YOU!
Admission
Pre-registration is required for all programs unless otherwise noted.
Registration is accepted in-person, by mail or can be completed online at https://essexcountyparks.org/calendar
There are no refunds given for missed classes.
Contact
(973) 228-8776
Distinguishing Features
  • Educational programs
  • Room Rentals
  • Nature Exploration
  • Canoeing
  • Birthday Parties
Parking
There are two parking lots, one at the Center main building and the other at Garibaldi Hall.

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