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Presque Isle's Hidden Wetlands Exhibit Opens 2026
30 Jan
Summary
- A new exhibit will showcase Presque Isle's interior wetlands.
- The exhibit highlights wetland biodiversity and restoration efforts.
- Opening Jan 31, 2026, admission is free.
Presque Isle State Park will soon feature "Wetland Wonders at Presque Isle," a 1,500-square-foot exhibit dedicated to the park's significant interior wetlands. Opening January 31, 2026, and running through May 30, 2026, this free exhibit aims to draw attention to the nearly 60% of the peninsula that many visitors miss.
The display, a collaboration between the Tom Ridge Environmental Center Foundation and other environmental groups, will educate visitors on the vital role wetlands play. It will showcase diverse habitats, native species like the state-endangered least bittern, and the restoration efforts underway to manage invasive plants and improve water quality.
Visitors can expect interactive elements, including displays on marsh restoration and the chance to hear marsh bird calls. Microscopes will allow close-up views of macroinvertebrates, indicators of ecosystem health. The exhibit is housed at the Tom Ridge Environmental Center and will open with a celebration on January 31, 2026.




