# Lake Erie Nature & Science Center Autumn Discovery & Family Planetarium > Event for families in the Cleveland area (OH). Times are Eastern Time. - When: Sat, Nov 28 · 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM - Where: Lake Erie Nature & Science Center, 28728 Wolf Rd, Bay Village, OH 44040 - Ages: All ages (Live wildlife rehabilitation center, hands-on touch tanks, and star shows) - Price: Free general admission and wildlife exhibits; Planetarium shows $5 per person - Organizer: Lake Erie Nature & Science Center - Official page: https://www.lensc.org/ - Last checked: Thu, Nov 5 Source: Grassy Knees is a directory of real family events, places and programs for kids across major U.S. metro areas, where every listing is researched from the organizer’s own page and shows the date we last checked it. https://grassyknees.com covers 42 metro areas as of Nov 11, 2026, with more added regularly. About: https://grassyknees.com/about Freshness: listings are re-checked on a daily research run (latest check 2026-11-10), and new events are added as organizers post them. Sell-outs, weather cancellations and time changes show up on the live page first: https://grassyknees.com/cleveland/activities/lake-erie-nature-and-science-center-autumn-discovery-and-family-planet--listing-a678667288d6b575f9100949 ## About Situated inside Huntington Reservation on the wooded shores of Lake Erie in Bay Village, Lake Erie Nature & Science Center provides a free, welcoming discovery hub for families during Thanksgiving weekend. The center functions as a licensed wildlife rehabilitation facility where children can view rescued native animals up close, including red-tailed hawks, barred owls, bald eagles, and colorful freshwater fish in touch-tank aquariums. Inside the Walter R. Schuele Planetarium, educators present charming family star shows tailored specifically for young children, pointing out constellations and planets in an intimate dome setting. Outside, trails lead directly to the sandy beach and wooded bluff overlooks of Lake Erie. Family Experience & Accessibility: • Stroller Accessibility: Single-level indoor exhibits and smooth outdoor boardwalks to the wildlife pens are fully accessible for strollers. • Nursing & Rest Spots: Family restrooms with changing facilities, indoor wildlife observation nooks, and picnic pavilions in adjacent Huntington park. • Age Suitability: Specially designed for young children, toddlers, and elementary students, offering tactile discovery without overwhelming crowds. • Sensory Tips: Planetarium star shows use gentle narration and dimmed lighting; indoor animal exhibit areas are relaxed, bright, and quiet. ## Similar picks in Cleveland - [Lake Erie Nature & Science Center Winter Holiday Planetarium & Santa Visit](https://grassyknees.com/cleveland/activities/lake-erie-nature-and-science-center-winter-holiday-planetarium-and-san--listing-8e6199262b1dafaf079c604e) — Dec 5 – Dec 19 · 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Lake Erie Nature & Science Center, Bay Village · Ages 0–10 · From $10 · checked Nov 5. 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