Tanglewood Nature Center & Museum

A short drive away from Elmira Reservoir, the Tanglewood Nature Center & Museum aspires to educate its visitors about conservation efforts while simultaneously supporting these through donations. This non-profit museum is located in a scenic setting amongst abundant wildlife.

At the museum visitors can explore the trail system, which will take them to view Frenchman's Bluff Preserve and Gleason Meadows. Here, hikers will see forests, birds, flowers, and other wildlife. Inside the museum there are displays, such as a replica of a forest, a snake exhibit, areas to view the surrounding nature, and a terrarium with other wildlife.

The trails at the Tanglewood Nature Center & Museum remain open from sunrise to sunset. The museum opens for visitors from Tuesday through Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. From November 1st to April 30th, the museum closes one hour earlier. The nature center also is available for rental for group events.

The National Soaring Museum is located a little over 80 miles south of Syracuse Hancock International Airport. It is also about 20 miles north of the New York state line. Local destinations include the National Warplane Museum, Harris Hill Amusement Park, Finger Lakes Wine Country, West End Gallery, Canfield Park, and Vitrix Glass Studio.