Anythink Nature Library
The Anythink Nature Library is a place where curiosity and care for the natural world take root. Grounded in the Environmental Kinship Model and shaped with insight from Indigenous and Native American leaders on the Anythink Nature Library Advisory Council, this experience-driven space invites visitors of all ages to explore their connection to nature through welcoming environments, hands-on TryIts, and guidance from knowledgeable experts — all within a community hub designed for learning, reflection, and discovery. Learn more about our vision.
Features of the Nature Library
Designed for exploration in every season, the Nature Library offers a variety of spaces and experiences that help visitors connect with the outdoors in meaningful ways:
- Indoor/outdoor programming spaces, including a nature lab, a bright sunroom,
and a calming dark room for both active learning and quiet reflection - Exterior gardens that invite hands-on discovery as well as peaceful moments among plants
- An open-air kinship garden at the heart of the building, blending art, nature, and community
- A one-mile loop trail that winds through the property for walks, wonder, and fresh air
- Nature-focused materials and TryIts selected to spark outdoor learning and adventure
- A café with indoor/outdoor seating, perfect for gathering, resting, and enjoying the surroundings
- A trailhead connection to the 140-acre Aylor trail systems, expanding opportunities for exploration right from the library’s doorstep
Visit Anythink Nature Library
Address:
6811 E. 136th Avenue
Thornton, CO 80602
Maria Mayo-Peaseley
PARTNER: City of Thornton
LIBRARY SIZE: 33,000 square feet
ACREAGE: 15-acre library property on 140-acre Aylor Open Lands
ARCHITECTS: Davis Partnership and THK Associates
GENERAL CONTRACTOR: GH Phipps
COST OF CONSTRUCTION: $43.4 million
CONSTRUCTION BEGINS: Q3 2024
PROJECTED OPENING: August 2026
