Hidden gems: Research foundations in United States

Discover the city's hidden treasures—remarkable spots that are relatively undiscovered but offer exceptional experiences. Our selection criteria? A rating of 4.5 or higher with fewer than 150 reviews. Explore these lesser-known yet outstanding places that promise a delightful visit in United States. This list contains 26 places from Research foundation category.

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Shumla Archaeological Research & Education Center
Non-profit organization
5.00 (10 reviews)
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Global Journals Incorporated
Book publisher
👍👍 I recommend "Global Journals", the esteemed international scientific journal, as an exceptional platform for both publishing and accessing scientific papers. It upholds the highest standards of scientific integrity while facilitating the advancement of knowledge across various disciplines. Its multi...
4.90 (88 reviews)
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Patuxent Research Refuge
Research foundation
👍👍 The address is all wrong. The National Wildlife Visitor Center is located in the public portion of the Patuxent Research Refuge. The location shown here is closed to the public except on rare special occasions. The correct Address is 10901 Scarlet Tananger Ct., Laurel, MD 20708-4011. Use this addre...
4.90 (37 reviews)
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St. Croix Watershed Research Station
Research foundation
👍👍 Not open to public. I had to make a quick pit stop with there with vehicle issues and they were friendly. I did learn a lot about Mussels found in lakes while I was in the entry way.
4.90 (8 reviews)
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Botanical Research Institute of Texas
Research institute
👍👍 I went on a field trip with my son’s class. The people there are so sweet and understanding of how little ones can be. The lady that worked with us was so patient and nice. She did an amazing job with the kids. She read a fun book to them and spoke to them about plants and insects. We took a walk ou...
4.80 (106 reviews)
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Archbold Biological Station
Nature preserve
👍👍 I grew up at Archbold, My Grandfather Dr. James N Layne was the first director My Father is Opperations manager. It has been a pleasure being a part of various research projects and support staff.
4.80 (91 reviews)
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Nature Research Center
Research foundation
👍👍 Great place for a family outting. Plenty for everyone to enjoy. Wear comfortable shoes. Bring a stroller for little ones.
4.80 (73 reviews)
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George C. Marshall Foundation
Research foundation
Imposing stone site exhibits the papers & the Nobel Peace Prize of the man behind the Marshall Plan.
4.80 (68 reviews)
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Great Hollow Nature Preserve & Ecological Research Center
Nature preserve
👍 Only founded in 2016, the Great Hollow Nature Preserve & Ecological Research Center is a non-profit organization dedicated to biodiversity conservation, experiential environmental education, ecological research and passive outdoor recreation. That last bit will appeal to casual visitors, as you’re...
4.80 (54 reviews)
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Center for Alaskan Coastal Studies
Education center
👍👍 In looking for things to do on our family vacation in Alaska with children ages 5, 8 and 9 I found the Creatures of the Dock tour and thought this would be so much fun for the kids. Well it was outside a lot fun and very interesting for us adults ages 36 to 66. There was other adults off a cruise sh...
4.80 (28 reviews)
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Frankford Historical Society
Museum
👍👍 An amazing place to visit! If you are interested in history then this is the place to exchange conversation about both recent and past people, places, and things. On my first visit I only scratched the surface of what this place has to offer. The people I met there were both friendly and informative...
4.80 (6 reviews)
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NIH Clinical Center
Medical Center
👍👍 I'm a medical professional myself for an unaffiliated organization, and I chose this place be an inpatient for my rare disease. The nursing staff and other supporting disciplines for inpatients are incredible—responsive, compassionate and encouraging—and most importantly, they take the time to treat...
4.70 (133 reviews)
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The John Fairey Garden Conservation Foundation
Botanical garden
👍👍 Our first visit to the garden was the Budding Out Festival, a great introduction. As a member, we were able to purchase plants from the nursery. We were able to take a guided tour which was very informative. It is a wonderful place to visit and enjoy.
4.70 (39 reviews)
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Oakland County Pioneer Historical Society
Museum
👍👍 Mike was very helpfu and nice guy. Cute place.
4.70 (31 reviews)
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Howard Hughes Medical Institute
Research institute
👍👍 Over here working laying asphalt
4.70 (13 reviews)
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China Lake Museum Foundation
Museum
👍👍 Very cool stop! My husband loves anything military and we've been trying to get to this museum for a while! The staff was so friendly!
4.60 (149 reviews)
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Montgomery Botanical Center
Botanical garden
120-acre botanical garden known for its extensive collection of palms, cycads & conifers.
4.60 (129 reviews)
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Duke Lemur Center
Research foundation
👍👍 What a fantastic facility with great access to the lemurs! During the summer they have open house weekends when the lemurs are viewable in enclosures and also indoors in the nocturnal house where those lemurs who are active at night are on a flipped schedule from our own. During the summer they don'...
4.60 (116 reviews)
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Pisgah Astronomical Research Institute
Observatory
👍👍 My husband and I had our wedding at PARI, and it was the best decision we made. We felt like the people here truly cared about making sure our day went smoothly and perfectly and we felt cared about. They worked very easily with the caterer that I chose so I didn't have to worry about a thing. Sa...
4.60 (88 reviews)
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Camp Claiborne Museum
War museum
👍👍 A fascinating place to stop. It’s not totally the museum you might expect to see in a major city. This is in part due to the fact it is privately owned. The odds are if it were government owned, roaming through all of the faclities would be a lot more restricted. There are a couple of buildings w...
4.60 (75 reviews)
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