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"Through the responsible stewardship of Helen Douglas-Hart's gifts, the Douglas-Hart Foundation will be a leader in
promoting the appreciation, enjoyment, and conservation of our natural resources by providing quality programs for all ages."
The Douglas-Hart Foundation manages three unique properties in Coles County, Illinois:
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Friendship Garden
1698 Lafayette Avenue
Mattoon, IL 61938

www.dhnature.org/friendshipgarden

Garden is open 365 days of the year, sunrise to sunset

Need assistance? Questions? Please contact us at 217-235-4644 or 

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Douglas-Hart Nature Center
2204 DeWitt Avenue East
Mattoon, IL 61938

www.dhnature.org/naturecenter


​Nature Center Visitor Center Hours:
Monday - Friday: 8am-4pm
Saturday: 10am-4pm
Sunday: 1-4pm
Trails are open sunrise to sunset



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 The Whiteside Garden
8422 N County Rd 1820e
Charleston, IL 61920

www.dhnature.org/whitesidegarden

Welcome Center Hours: 
Closed during winter

Garden paths are open daily, sunrise to sunset. 

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THE DOUGLAS-HART NATURE CENTER WILL BE CLOSED
UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE DUE TO WATER DAMAGE! 
​We hope to see you soon in 2023!

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