Environmental Learning Center
The John A. Legnitto Environmental Learning Center (ELC) is a dynamic education center where visitors can learn about what happens to the materials placed in curbside recycling, compost, and landfill bins, as well as many ways to minimize waste and conserve natural resources.
Located in San Francisco, the ELC contains a gallery, where work from the Artist in Residence Program is shown, and a classroom with educational exhibits that serves as the starting point for all tours of the San Francisco Transfer Station and Recycling Center.
Our MissionOur mission Center is to offer dynamic educational opportunities that inspire individuals to actively conserve natural resources through both personal and collective action. Through our free public education programs and guided tours, we aim to empower children and adults from every community to drive positive change, fostering a sustainable future for both people and the planet. |
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Programs and Events
Visit our Artist in Residence Program page to learn about upcoming events. You can find recordings of past events on our YouTube channel. Stay up to date with our latest content by following @RecologyAIR on Instagram and Facebook.