The 33,000-square-foot Anythink Nature Library in Thornton, Colo., officially opened its doors to the public in August
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- Anythink Nature Library opened in Thornton, Colo., on Aug. 8 near the 140-acre Aylor Open Lands
- Visitors can explore gardens, a mud pit, a living plant wall and a dark room with a starry sky
- The library lends 550 nature-focused kits and equipment, including wildlife cameras, microscopes and hiking gear
A “one-of-a-kind” library officially opened its doors to the public last month — and it’s on a mission to promote environmental education while also serving as a destination for interactive nature experiences.
Anythink Nature Library in Thornton, Colo., officially became the “first public nature library” in the U.S. when it opened its doors on Saturday, Aug. 8, according to a press release from the library.
While the location boasts a 33,000-square-foot library filled with educational books and materials, it also offers “immersive indoor and outdoor” experiences for visitors to connect with nature…