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Below is a time lapse video of construction at the new Swaner EcoCenter, scheduled to open in September 2008. This video is updated weekly, so be sure to check back regularly for new footage!


Running time: 4 min & 56 sec. Last updated Sunday, May 4th, 2008.

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    View a QuickTime slide show of the most recent additions to the Swaner family.
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    A New Name, A New Logo, A New Era

    Swaner Nature Preserve announces its new name and logo:

    new logo of the Swaner EcoCenter

    Swaner is nearing the completion of a new 10,000 square foot state-of-the-art facility
    featuring the latest in green building technology.
    The grand opening of the Swaner EcoCenter is slated for September 2008.

    Swaner EcoCenter

    the Swaner EcoCenter

    What can you do at the EcoCenter?

  • The Swaner EcoCenter will house sophisticated exhibits, a contemporary theater, classrooms, space for private gatherings, a gift shop, an interactive climbing wall, a 400 foot pier, two decks and a 4-story tower that overlooks the 1200 acres of land owned and permanently protected by Swaner.


  • The EcoCenter will provide a venue for exciting new experiences including youth programs, after school enrichment classes, adult and family programs, star-gazing parties, lecture and film series, private parties, and a variety of other special events.
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