Tom Ridge Environmental Center
Presque Isle State Park, Erie, Pennsylvania
Address
301 Peninsula Drive, Erie, PA 16505
814-833-7424
Admission
Free general admission
Hours
Apr–Oct: Visitor Center 8:00am–4:00pm daily
Nov–Mar: Tue–Sat 8:00am–4:00pm
Featured 3D Model: Dean Richmond
Dean Richmond was a 238–239 ft wooden propeller steamer (built 1864) that foundered in an 1893 Lake Erie storm; 20 lives were lost. See details at the Regional Science Consortium: Dean Richmond. Model courtesy of 3DShipwrecks.
AR/VR Tips
- iOS: Tap "View in AR" to launch USDZ in Quick Look.
- Android: Tap "View in AR" to launch Scene Viewer.
- VR: Tap "View in VR" then the headset icon. Use a mobile headset case for best experience.
About TREC
The Tom Ridge Environmental Center (TREC) is dedicated to the 3,200 acres of Presque Isle, combining research, education, and visitor services in one destination. Explore exhibits, climb the 75' glass tower, and learn how to keep Presque Isle pristine.
Plan Your Visit
- Free general admission to exhibits and orientation movie.
- Visitor Center 8:00am–4:00pm (see seasonal hours).
- Shop Presque Isle Gallery & Gifts to support TREC.
Created by the team at BARN Labs