Murie Science and Learning Center
The heart of Denali's education and outreach programs.
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Murie Science and Learning Center Details
The Murie Science and Learning Center is the heart of Denali's education and outreach programs. Operated in partnership with groups like Alaska Geographic, the Denali Education Center, the Denali Borough School District, and the University of Alaska, the center offers hands-on and science-based day programs and field courses to park visitors ([advance registration required](http://www.alaskageographic.org/static/148/learn) for the latter), school programs, distance learning, youth camps, and runs the park's Junior Ranger and Denali Discovery Pack programs. Restrooms are also located at Murie, which serves as the park headquarters during the winter.
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