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WNC Nature Center, NC Arboretum launch membership swap

WNC Nature Center, NC Arboretum launch membership swap

The WNC Nature Center and the North Carolina Arboretum are teaming up to offer reciprocal membership benefits throughout June. Photo: Saga Communications/Dee Pridgen


ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — For the third consecutive year, the WNC Nature Center and the North Carolina Arboretum are teaming up to offer reciprocal membership benefits throughout June.

Under the partnership, valid members of the WNC Nature Center can enjoy free admission to the North Carolina Arboretum for one standard vehicle with a membership card and photo ID. Similarly, arboretum members are eligible for free daily admission to the WNC Nature Center for two adults and up to four children by presenting their membership card and ID.

In addition to free admission, Friends of the WNC Nature Center members can receive $20 off an annual membership at the arboretum when showing their membership card.

The promotion runs through June 30, giving families and nature lovers in Western North Carolina expanded access to both venues.

More information is available here.

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