STORY BY BENJAMIN LERNER • PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY ECHO , LEAHY CENTER FOR LAKE CHAMPLAIN
Discovery
& Wonder
ECHO , Leahy Center for Lake Champlain is the perfect place for educational family fun
On a picturesque lakeside bank in Burlington , ECHO , Leahy Center for Lake Champlain stands as a bold exemplar of educational innovation , combining the joys of scientific discovery and lake science education in a massive , modern , multi-level facility . ECHO , Leahy Center is far from a normal museum ; it ’ s a vibrant community hub where over 167,000 visitors a year engage with over 100 interactive exhibits and installations . From observing 70 different species of fish , reptiles , and amphibians to exploring concepts of STEM ( Science , Technology , Engineering , and Mathematics ) through tactile experiences , ECHO makes learning about Vermont ’ s natural environments accessible and enjoyable for the whole family .
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