Creatures of the night
October 17 & 18
A family-friendly evening in nature with costumed creatures, each with a tale to tell about their nightlife: they are friendly and funny, with just a touch of fright.
Tickets available soon.
Party on the PRairie
September 20, 2025
A Naturally Inspired Fundraiser benefiting Quarry Hill Nature Center.
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A DAY IN NATURE
Quarry Hill Park is free and open to the public year-round.
The nature center is also free and open all but four days of the year. Trained, knowledgeable staff welcome visitors and share their insights into what makes southeast Minnesota unique to the state and Upper Midwest.
NATURE CENTER HOURS
Mon — Fri 9am–4pm
Saturday 9am–4pm
Sunday 12-4 pm
Holidays 12-4pm
Closed: July 4, Thanksgiving Day, December 24 & 25
PARK & TRAIL HOURS
Dawn to dusk every day.
Dogs must be leashed at all times in Quarry Hill Park according to City of Rochester Ordinance 45.B10.
Nature for All
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