River basin ecology and history, reptiles, touch tank, nature trail. Adjacent park is excellent for picnicking, strolling. Theme days for families offer activities, special rates. Nature Centers, Audubon Centers, Arboretums are numerous throughout the state, although many are located near each other in the Coastal Fairfield area. Nature trails, exhibits and museums are featured.
Visitors can bring plaster and supplies for making casts of the tracks.
The park also contains a butterfly garden and nature trails. In addition displays on natural history and ancient cultures, the focal point of this museum is the great Dinosaur Hall with reconstructed fossil skeletons and wrap-around murals. Velcro Build-It Room, Main Street, The Ship, The Farm exhibits. Swimming, rafts, wave runner rentals, paddle and bumper boat rentals, kiddie rides. Swimming, rowboats and paddleboats to rent, boat launch, fishing, hiking.