About UsIjams Nature Center's mission is to develop and maintain the park as a wildlife sanctuary. Ijams seeks to increase knowledge, understanding, and appreciation of the natural world by providing quality environmental educational programs and nature-related experiences for all people. HoursIjams Nature Center grounds are free to the public and are open daily from 8 a.m. to dusk. The Visitor Center, including exhibit hall, gift shop and restrooms, is open:
Interactive Trail MapOur interactive trail map lets you zoom-in and expereince the beauty of Ijams through our amazing 360-degree photos. Wildlife Photo GalleriesView breath-taking photographs from some of Knoxville's most talented wildlife photographers. Visitor Center & ExhibitsWe have a lot more than just world-class hiking trails and educational programs. Don't miss our educational and entertaining exhibits. Bales’ Backyard TalesJoin naturalist Stephen Lyn Bales on an odyssey of natural phenomenon around our communal backyard - Knoxville, Tennessee. NewsIjams has a lot of activities going on and if you've missed something, you can catch up with what we've been up to here. 20th Annual River Rescue is April 4th, 2009 - Click here for more information!
Ijams HistoryRead how it all started with a forward-looking, environmental couple. Facility RentalsIjams provides the perfect setting for wedding ceremonies and corporate or organizational meetings and retreats. Click here to learn what's involved in renting Ijams facilities or to download a copy of the rental contract for your event. Staff DirectoryOur hard-working, dedicated crew plays a big part in the success of this center. Directions & MapWe're just minutes from Downtown Knoxville. Stop by, we'd love to see you! FAQsYou have questions, we've got answers. Annual ReportIt's not all hiking and bugs...operating the Southeast's premier nature center is real business. Links of InterestA growing list of links to our favorite sponsors, partners and friends. |
   Recent NewsSeptember 13, 2009 - Renowned opera duo and KSO to perform July 25, 2009 - Earth Fare helps Ijams in July July 11, 2009 - Hummingbird experts speak at Ijams June 08, 2009 - It's time for summer camp May 23, 2009 - Congratulations! May 02, 2009 - Membership gets new look August 04, 2007 - Retired & Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) July 28, 2007 - Ijams, UT staff visit International Crane Foundation July 14, 2007 - Stars come out for Symphony in the Park July 07, 2007 - Ijams' Prius gets eye-popping 'blue-sky' makeover June 30, 2007 - Rainforest Jewelry: New in the Ijams museum shop June 23, 2007 - Nature Day Camp still has openings June 23, 2007 - Annual Earth Flag Banquet celebrates school year May 31, 2007 - Ijams stonework carries on rich tradition May 30, 2007 - Environmental Education Internships May 26, 2007 - WaterFest attracts over 900 students May 20, 2007 - Annual Yard Sale is Saturday, June 9. May 19, 2007 - Symphony in the Park set for Sunday, September 9 May 12, 2007 - Living Clean & Green does 500th program May 05, 2007 - River Rescue, shoreline cleanup, draws 750 volunteers April 21, 2007 - UT Press publishes Lyn’s first book April 07, 2007 - Ijams to host two free teacher workshops March 31, 2007 - Quarry restoration continues with topsoil grant March 31, 2007 - Ijams attends crane festival in Port Aransas March 24, 2007 - Notable Trees of Tennessee at Ijams March 17, 2007 - Spring Plant Sale set for Saturday, April 14 March 12, 2007 - Local scouts clean up Stanton Cemetery March 10, 2007 - 18th River Rescue is Saturday, March 31 March 03, 2007 - Crane champion Archibald, author Cokinos visit February 24, 2007 - New summer camp brochure available February 17, 2007 - Monthly newsletter gets new look for spring January 22, 2007 - New volunteer program begins at Ijams January 16, 2007 - Winter Blooms January 08, 2007 - From the Ground Up: Ijams in Winter January 02, 2007 - Living Clean & Green! gets a polishing January 02, 2007 - Ijams takes a technological step forward December 15, 2006 - Show Us Your Mussels December 13, 2006 - Ijams Gift Shop is a Great Place to do Holiday Shopping December 08, 2006 - From the Ground, Up: Ijams Get WHIPped Into Shape December 01, 2006 - Ijams Nature Center Achievements, 2006 November 14, 2006 - The Wild Turkey November 07, 2006 - Ijams Is a Stop On the Appalachian Quilt Trail November 06, 2006 - Good News for Volunteers! November 01, 2006 - The Long-Term Future of Ijams Nature Center October 23, 2006 - Job Opening: Development Officer October 16, 2006 - Camouflage: The Natural Alternative to Being Eaten October 16, 2006 - Great Deals in the Gift Shop October 03, 2006 - From the Ground Up: The Story of the Land October 02, 2006 - The Importance of Native Plants October 02, 2006 - Time for School Holiday Camp at Ijams August 31, 2006 - Constellations in our Night Sky August 25, 2006 - It's August: Pirates and Assassins - Oh My! August 21, 2006 - From the Ground Up: The History of Stanton Cemetery August 17, 2006 - Ijams Opens New Exhibits July 24, 2006 - Speaking of Spiders July 17, 2006 - From the Ground Up: How to Use Water Wisely July 10, 2006 - Humans and Wildlife Must Share Their Homes June 15, 2006 - The Longest Day June 08, 2006 - From the Ground Up: Younglife and Ijams June 01, 2006 - Heres to a Clutter Free World May 19, 2006 - There is Much to Learn Through Myrmecology May 15, 2006 - From the Ground Up: Unplug the Kids May 11, 2006 - Self Discovery of an Ornithologist at Heart May 09, 2006 - Ijams Holds Another Successful River Rescue April 24, 2006 - What's Behind a Cloud April 17, 2006 - The Reduce, Reuse, Recycle Rummage Sale and Why We Call it That April 03, 2006 - Artfully Ijams will Open Soon April 03, 2006 - From the Ground Up: Why Exotic Plants are Harmful March 16, 2006 - Come Take a Walk at Ijams January 19, 2006 - Winter Olympic Pins Support Ijams' Bid for Cranes January 09, 2006 - Artfully Ijams: Spring 2006 Nature Art Show and Auction January 02, 2006 - Provide for the Birds and You'll Reap the Rewards December 30, 2005 - Another Volunteer Year Draws to a Close December 26, 2005 - From the Ground Up: Recycle Your Tree at Ijams December 22, 2005 - The Benefits and Beauty of Evergreens December 16, 2005 - Last Chance to Register for School Holiday Camp! November 24, 2005 - Junior Naturalists Have a Blast and Learn a Lot at Ijams! November 17, 2005 - The Movements of Migration November 10, 2005 - From the Ground Up: What Fall Brings to Ijams November 03, 2005 - What's in Store for Ijams Members this Winter? November 03, 2005 - Ijam Bird Seed for Sale! October 26, 2005 - From the Ground Up: Ijams' Energy Efficient Cooling System October 19, 2005 - Why the Leaves Change Color in the Fall October 17, 2005 - Sometimes You Feel Like a Nut, Sometimes You Don't October 13, 2005 - From the Ground Up: The History of Mead's Quarry October 13, 2005 - Knox County Schools Fall Break Means Fun at Ijams! August 31, 2005 - Ijams has a New Outreach Coordinator August 22, 2005 - Catch the Volunteer Spirit this Fall at Ijams August 15, 2005 - The American Goldfinch August 08, 2005 - From the Ground Up August 01, 2005 - Volunteer Opportunities at Ijams Abound July 12, 2005 - Social Insects July 01, 2005 - Be A Wild One for Ijams this Summer!  |
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