North American Bear Center

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1926 Highway 169
Ely, MN 55731
The North American Bear Center is the only educational facility of its kind - it helps people learn from the bears themselves about bear behavior, ecology, and their relations with humans. There is a huge need for accurate information about bears worldwide and the mission of the non-profit North American Bear Center is to advance the long-term survival of bears worldwide by replacing misconceptions with scientific facts about bears.

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4.536 reviews
Nelson 7 Tribes S.
8/23/2025

I took a large group of adults and children to the Bear Center for activities and a tour. The staff were wonderful and had engaging activities planned for ages 3 to 83. We learned a lot about...

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Sally G.
8/15/2025

I was unsure my 3 teens would enjoy the Bear Center but they loved it (and so did the parents)! So much good information and the guided tour was fantastic. And of course seeing the bears up close...

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Susie A.
8/25/2025

I dislike zoo's and wasn't sure what to expect. Each of the 4 bears here has a story that made them not safe to be in the wild and would have otherwise been put down. This place is their haven!...

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Tiana D.
8/5/2024

Stopped in on a rainy Saturday afternoon and it was pretty busy! The center is giant though so there was room for everyone! I loved all of the exhibits and the information cards. I lowkey wanted...

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Bill A.
5/30/2024

Enjoy the feeding of the bears in the back behind the scenes tour they do. The place continues to grow and gives lots of great information on bears of the world and of North America and wildlife...

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