Welcome to the International Owl Center
located in Houston, MN

We are open Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and Mondays from 10:00 - 4:00 with programs at 11:00 and 2:00.
No reservations needed--just show up and pay at the door.
Adults: $9
Seniors (65+)/Veterans/Military: $8
Children 4-17: $6
Members and children 3 & under: FREE

​Closed Easter Sunday, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year's Day.
Schools and groups may schedule virtual programs or in-person programs Tuesday-Thursday.

Please note that for the safety and well-being of our owls we cannot allow service dogs into our small building. Click here for more information.

Special upcoming programs and events:

October 19, 2024 - Owl Prowl
November 16, 2024 - Owl Prowl
December 14, 2024 - Owl Prowl
December 21-22, 2024 - Iowa Neighbor Weekend
January 4-5, 2025 - Minnesota Neighbor Weekend 
January 11, 2025 - Owl Prowl
February 2, 2025 - Free webinar: Flaco the Eurasian Eagle Owl
February 8, 2025 - Owl Prowl
February 15-16, 2025 - Wisconsin Neighbor Weekend
March 7-9, 2025 - International Festival of Owls
Our mission is to make the world a better place for owls through education and research.