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Jefferson Memorial Forest
11311 Mitchell Hill Road
P.O. Box 467
Fairdale, KY 40118
502/368-5404
forest@louisvilleky.gov
Environmental Education Center
The bird blind allows students a glimpse into the habits of birds, chipmunks, squirrels, and even the occasional raccoon.
The secretive lives of several non-venomous snakes are exposed in our snake display.
Skulls make an interesting way to study animal adaptations.
Students can explore aquatic ecosystems via the indoor pond where they will meet bluegill and bass.
The Red-eared Slider is a mild-mannered aquatic turtle.
The tree exhibit helps students understand the structure of trees and the diverse life they support.
To support our entomology programs, we utilize insect collections created by University of Louisville biology interns.
Jefferson Memorial Forest is owned by
Louisville Metro Government
and operated by
Metro Parks