Meet the Birds
Get to know our resident birds.
Visit Our Facility
Visit our facility to tour the aviary, view the exhibits, and shop in our gift store.
Get Involved
Adoption one of our birds.
Join a program.
Volunteer.
Make a meaningful donation.
About Us
Learn about the American Bald Eagle Foundation's history, Board, and staff
OUR MISSION
The mission of the American Bald Eagle Foundation is the conservation of the bald eagle and its habitat through education and stewardship.
OUR VISION
Biodiversity keeps life on this planet beautiful and thriving. Our vision is a human population dedicated to maintaining this vast diversity of species. We hope to foster appreciation and respect for the natural world in our guests by giving them the inspiration and tools they need to become effective stewards.
OUR HISTORY
Founded in 1982 by local businessman and philanthropist, Dave Olerud, the American Bald Eagle Foundation opened 1984.
In 1994 the natural history museum opened.
In 2010, a live raptor center was added to the facility.
The Foundation now houses a flock of live raptors and over 200 specimens in the museum.
Visitor Guidelines
All food and drink is not allowed in the aviary or museum.
Please stay on the boardwalk when visiting the raptor center.
Do not touch the taxidermy, cases, or enclosures.
Follow the directions from American Bald Eagle Foundation staff.
All-Day Admisssion
Adults- $25
Children 6-12- $15
Children 5 and under- Free
Active Military- $15
These prices include sales tax.
Reservations are not required.
We recommend an hour and a half long visit, with a minimum of 45 minutes.
Hours of Operation
Monday-Friday: 9am-4pm
Saturday-Sunday: 10am-3pm
Accessibility
Service dogs are welcome in both the museum and raptor center, we appreciate advanced notice when possible.
Multi-lingual museum guides are available upon request.
The entire facility is wheelchair accessible. A wheelchair is available for emergencies.
Accessible parking is available.