The International Wolf Center offers programs that enhance in-person and online educational experiences. Our ambassador wolves reinforce our educational messages by creating a connection with each one of our visitors. Take a look below at the variety of programs we have and plan your visit today!
HOURS AND LOCATION
May 16 – Oct. 23, 2022
The Center is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.
Oct. 24 – May 14, 2023
The Center is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays and 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. on Sundays
1396 Highway 169
Ely, Minnesota 55731-8129
Telephone: 218-365-4695
TTY Relay Service: dial 711
E-mail: ashley@wolf.org
ADMISSION FEES
Admission includes all daily programs, film presentations in our theater, the Discover Wolves! and Little Wolf exhibits and our live ambassador wolves.
- Members
- FREE
- Adults
- $15
- Seniors 60+ & Veterans
- $12
- Child* (4-12)
- $9
- Child* (3 and under)
- FREE
Daily Programs
These programs are included with admission.
Topics and times are subject to change.
Specialty Programs
(small additional fee for after hours programs)
Note: Wolves are curious and will generally come out during a program in the auditorium. However, they are wild animals, so we cannot guarantee that you will see the wolves during a particular program.
Pups Growing Up – 9:15 a.m., 1 p.m.
Ever wondered what it’s like to grow up as a wolf? Step into the shoes of our wolf care staff and follow our pups through their first year of life. You will learn all about the stages of pup development and what it means to be an ambassador wolf at the International Wolf Center!
Gray Wolf 101 – 10 a.m., 2 p.m.
The gray wolf is a social carnivore found in a variety of regions throughout the northern hemisphere. This program provides an overview about the gray wolf species including hunting, pack dynamics, and communication!
Wolves of the world – 11 a.m., 3 p.m.
Join us on an international journey, highlighting the diversity of wolves in many different parts of the world! The program explores a brief genetic history of the wolf, how evolution has brought them to where they are today, and what features modern wolves have that help them survive in a wide variety of habitats.
Wolf Enrichment – 12 p.m., 4 p.m.
Looking for the wolves? Wolves typically try to conserve energy and avoid the heat of the day. During this special program, our wolf care staff will encourage our ambassador wolves to actively investigate new items in their enclosure.
What’s for Dinner?
There is limited capacity for this program.
Pre-registration is required for admission and for all programs.
There will be no program on Nov. 28 and Dec. 26, 2020.
Saturdays at 7 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Adult Non-member $10; Adult Member $8
Child Non-member (4-12) $6; Child Member $4.50
Children 3 and under FREE
Learn about the fascinating feeding behavior of wolves as you watch our Exhibit Pack dine, cache, hide or lay on a variety of prey.
Howling Safari
There is limited capacity for this program.
|Pre-registration is required for admission and for all programs.
August – Wednesday and Friday at 8 p.m.
September and October – Saturday at 8 p.m.
Adult Non-member $10; Adult Member $8
Child Non-member (6-12) $6; Child Member $4.80
Not suitable for children under six. Participants need to provide their own transportation and follow the International Wolf Center van. Field trip locations are easy to get to. Just follow our staff!
Join a Howling Safari program to learn about wolf vocalizations before venturing into the nearby forest to try howling to a local wolf pack. Don’t be surprised if they howl back!
Behind the Scenes – Members Only
Pre-registration is required for admission and for all programs.
Behind the Scenes programs in 2022 begin June 3 and end August 3.
Are you looking for a weekend adventure? Learn more about our Adventure Programs by clicking here.
ACCESSIBILITY
The International Wolf Center is wheelchair accessible. Service animals are permitted within the public areas of our building. Emotional support animals are not allowed. Accommodations for other special needs can be made available if arrangements are made ahead of time by calling (218) 365-4695 or by emailing programs@wolf.org.
The International Wolf Center bans guns on its premises.
The International Wolf Center advances the survival of wolf populations by teaching about wolves, their relationship to wildlands and the human role in their future.