Private company

The Nature Company

Chain of retail stores

The Nature Company was a Berkeley, California-based chain of retail stores that sold scientific toys, telescopes, artwork, fossils, minerals and gems, books, clothing, and music CDs. The Nature Company was founded in 1972 by Priscilla and Tom Wrubel.2 Wikipedia text CC BY-SA 4.0

Last updated Oct 21, 2026.

Overview

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  • HeadquartersBerkeley1

The Nature Company was a Berkeley, California-based chain of retail stores that sold scientific toys, telescopes, artwork, fossils, minerals and gems, books, clothing, and music CDs. The Nature Company was founded in 1972 by Priscilla and Tom Wrubel.2

Timeline

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