In the heart of North Oak Cliff, where apartments once stood, Twelve Hills Nature Center has transformed five acres into a thriving Blackland Prairie preserve that serves as an environmental oasis for Dallas's diverse urban community.
Since 2004, this remarkable sanctuary has become a beacon of hope for nature education, welcoming thousands of visitors annually to experience the calming beauty of native prairie ecosystems just steps from their neighborhoods.
Through monthly community programs and in-depth educational partnerships with local schools including Rosemont Primary, Elementary, and Middle Schools, as well as St. Cecilia Catholic School, Twelve Hills is cultivating the next generation of environmental stewards who understand the critical value of wild spaces in our urban landscape.
Your support directly fuels our mission to expand these transformative programs to reach even more schools and community organizations throughout Dallas. Every dollar invested in Twelve Hills creates ripple effects that extend far beyond our half-mile walking trail and butterfly garden – it nurtures young minds to become passionate advocates for conservation, provides accessible nature experiences for families who might otherwise lack these opportunities, and contributes to the vital restoration of Texas's endangered Blackland Prairie ecosystem.
In a city where green spaces are precious, Twelve Hills Nature Center stands as proof that dedicated conservation efforts can create lasting environmental and educational impact, but we need your support to grow our reach and deepen our community connections.