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Fairy Garden Days 2019
Fairy Garden Days 2019 Admission Prices General Admission – $12 Child (6-12), Seniors (65+), Military (w/ ID) – $6 Member General Admission – $7 Member Child (6-12), Member Seniors (65+), Member Military (w/ ID) – $4 For more information, please call (401) 680-7263 or email [email protected].
Planetarium Show
Planetarium Show
Enjoy a planetarium show at the Museum of Natural History's dome theatre. The Zeiss projector casts images of stars, planets and constellations to simulate the night sky. Cost is $3.00 per person, which includes admission to the Museum. Space is limited, so early arrival to purchase tickets is recommended. Shows last approximately 35 minutes. The […]
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Lost Park Tour
Lost Park Tour
Meet at the Museum of Natural History (map) Go back in time with Museum of Natural History and Planetarium docent Mike McGinity on a walking tour through Roger Williams Park. Long lost park treasures and missing monuments will be revisited at their original locations in this nostalgic look at the history of this grand space. […]
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Wednesday Walking Group
Wednesday Walking Group
Meet at the Dalrymple Boathouse (map) Calling all walking fans! On Wednesday evenings in May, the Roger Williams Park Conservancy is piloting a new weekly walking group, in response to public feedback. The group offers an opportunity to get active while exploring new areas of the Park and meeting new people. These free walks will […]
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Open Paint and Amateur Photography Fridays
Open Paint and Amateur Photography Fridays
Bring your canvas or camera and create a masterpiece inspired by the serene atmosphere and exotic plants at the Botanical Center. For more information, please contact Lesley Lambert, Education Coordinator & Office Administrator, at (401) 680-7250 or [email protected].
Open Paint + Amateur Photography Day
Open Paint + Amateur Photography Day
Mingle with like-minded artists and nature lovers at the Botanical Center. Guests are welcome to bring a sketch pad, water colors and washable paints and to take photographs. Please note that special photography equipment is not allowed without a permit. Painters must use only nontoxic, unscented paints. For questions about the photography policy refer to […]
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First Saturday – Free Admission for Providence Residents
First Saturday – Free Admission for Providence Residents
On the first Saturday of each month, Providence residents with valid ID or proof or residency receive FREE admission to: The Botanical Center, open 11am-4pm Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, open 10am-4pm Roger Williams Park Zoo, open 10am-4pm from October-March and 10am-5pm from April-September
Drawing Wild From the Collection
Drawing Wild From the Collection
These popular drawing classes give you the opportunity to study and draw details of feathers, beaks and claws from a large collection of taxidermied specimens in a fun and casual atmosphere. Classes run from 10:30 AM to 2:30 PM and will break at noon for a bring-your-own lunch and informal critique. During each class, instructor […]
Planetarium Show
Planetarium Show
Enjoy a planetarium show at the Museum of Natural History's dome theatre. The Zeiss projector casts images of stars, planets and constellations to simulate the night sky. Cost is $3.00 per person, which includes admission to the Museum. Space is limited, so early arrival to purchase tickets is recommended. Shows last approximately 35 minutes. The […]
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Bird Walk
Bird Walk
The Museum of Natural History and Planetarium hosts guided bird walks the first Sunday morning of each month. Participants will search the canopy for warblers, tanagers and more, and check the ponds for herons and egrets. Please wear comfortable shoes and bring binoculars if you have them. All skill levels are welcome. Walks start at […]
Jane’s Walk: Discovering Roger Williams Park
Jane’s Walk: Discovering Roger Williams Park
Meet at the Monument to Roger Williams (map) (Located near the Park's Elmwood Avenue entrance, by Betsey Williams Cottage) Learn about early Roger Williams Park history and explore some of its landscape and venues – including spaces that are not usually accessible to the public, such as Betsey Williams Cottage – and engage in a […]
Planetarium Show
Planetarium Show
Enjoy a planetarium show at the Museum of Natural History's dome theatre. The Zeiss projector casts images of stars, planets and constellations to simulate the night sky. Cost is $3.00 per person, which includes admission to the Museum. Space is limited, so early arrival to purchase tickets is recommended. Shows last approximately 35 minutes. The […]
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Yoga in the Park
Yoga in the Park
At the Temple to Music (map) Yoga at Roger Williams Park is back for an extended season, from May-September 2019! This introductory vinyasa flow class is open to all levels, from beginners to advanced, and will move at a gentle pace to establish strength, flexibility, and balance within a continuous sequence of postures. The class […]
Discovery Tykes
Discovery Tykes
Children, ages 2-4 with parent or caregiver, will investigate the world around them as they sing, dance and discover in the Museum of Natural History's monthly series, which takes place the first Monday of each month at 9:30am. Each session will include age-appropriate stories, songs, poems and a craft related to the topic. Introduce your […]
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Wednesday Walking Group
Wednesday Walking Group
Meet at the Dalrymple Boathouse (map) Calling all walking fans! On Wednesday evenings in May, the Roger Williams Park Conservancy is piloting a new weekly walking group, in response to public feedback. The group offers an opportunity to get active while exploring new areas of the Park and meeting new people. These free walks will […]
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Open Paint and Amateur Photography Fridays
Open Paint and Amateur Photography Fridays
Bring your canvas or camera and create a masterpiece inspired by the serene atmosphere and exotic plants at the Botanical Center. For more information, please contact Lesley Lambert, Education Coordinator & Office Administrator, at (401) 680-7250 or [email protected].
Open Paint + Amateur Photography Day
Open Paint + Amateur Photography Day
Mingle with like-minded artists and nature lovers at the Botanical Center. Guests are welcome to bring a sketch pad, water colors and washable paints and to take photographs. Please note that special photography equipment is not allowed without a permit. Painters must use only nontoxic, unscented paints. For questions about the photography policy refer to […]
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Nature Walk
Nature Walk
Join the Museum of Natural History's curator for guided walks of Roger Williams Park and learn how to identify seasonal wildflowers and better understand urban ecology. From milkweed to monarchs, gain a greater appreciation for the surprising diversity of urban wildlife. Please wear comfortable shoes and bring binoculars if you have them. Walks meet at […]
Rose Society Meeting
Rose Society Meeting
The Rose Society meets monthly at the Botanical Center for special workshops and to work in the Rose Garden. For more information, please contact Lesley Lambert, Education Coordinator & Office Administrator at (401) 680-7250 or [email protected].
Community Garden Workshop
Community Garden Workshop
Learn about a variety of gardening tactics and topics this summer at the Community Garden Workshop series. All workshops are open to the public. July 8: Irrigation & Water Conservation Workshop August 12: Container Gardening Workshop September 9: Composting Workshop Please contact Lesley Lambert at (401) 680-7250 or email [email protected] for more information.
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Planetarium Show
Planetarium Show
Enjoy a planetarium show at the Museum of Natural History's dome theatre. The Zeiss projector casts images of stars, planets and constellations to simulate the night sky. Cost is $3.00 per person, which includes admission to the Museum. Space is limited, so early arrival to purchase tickets is recommended. Shows last approximately 35 minutes. The […]
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CANCELLED: Yoga in the Park
CANCELLED: Yoga in the Park
Class cancelled due to inclement weather. Yoga at Roger Williams Park is back for an extended season, from May-September 2019! This introductory vinyasa flow class is open to all levels, from beginners to advanced, and will move at a gentle pace to establish strength, flexibility, and balance within a continuous sequence of postures. The class […]
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Sea Lion Sculpture Unveiling
Sea Lion Sculpture Unveiling
at the Roger Williams Park Seal House (map) Join the City of Providence Parks Department, the Rhode Island Foundation, and the Roger Williams Park Conservancy to celebrate the debut of artful new sea lion sculptures celebrating the early history of Roger Williams Park and its Seal House. The sculptures serve as a playful and permanent marker […]
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Wednesday Walking Group
Wednesday Walking Group
Meet at the Dalrymple Boathouse (map) Calling all walking fans! On Wednesday evenings in May, the Roger Williams Park Conservancy is piloting a new weekly walking group, in response to public feedback. The group offers an opportunity to get active while exploring new areas of the Park and meeting new people. These free walks will […]
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2 events,
Open Paint and Amateur Photography Fridays
Open Paint and Amateur Photography Fridays
Bring your canvas or camera and create a masterpiece inspired by the serene atmosphere and exotic plants at the Botanical Center. For more information, please contact Lesley Lambert, Education Coordinator & Office Administrator, at (401) 680-7250 or [email protected].
Open Paint + Amateur Photography Day
Open Paint + Amateur Photography Day
Mingle with like-minded artists and nature lovers at the Botanical Center. Guests are welcome to bring a sketch pad, water colors and washable paints and to take photographs. Please note that special photography equipment is not allowed without a permit. Painters must use only nontoxic, unscented paints. For questions about the photography policy refer to […]
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Endangered Species Day
Endangered Species Day
Celebrate Endangered Species Day at the Zoo! Saturday, May 18th | 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Appreciate the beauty of endangered species and animal conservation through art. Discover exhibited artwork featuring wildlife from local artists and watch them create their art throughout the Zoo. Visit the Zoo's endangered species during scheduled keeper talks and learn […]
Planetarium Show
Planetarium Show
Enjoy a planetarium show at the Museum of Natural History's dome theatre. The Zeiss projector casts images of stars, planets and constellations to simulate the night sky. Cost is $3.00 per person, which includes admission to the Museum. Space is limited, so early arrival to purchase tickets is recommended. Shows last approximately 35 minutes. The […]
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Family Fun Crafts
Family Fun Crafts
Join the Roger Williams Park Botanical Center on the third Sunday of every month from 11:30 AM-1:00 PM for Family Fun Craft Day, featuring a different take-home project each month. General admission fees apply, plus additional materials fee. Pre-registration required. For more information, see the Facebook event. To pre-register, email [email protected].
Planetarium Show
Planetarium Show
Enjoy a planetarium show at the Museum of Natural History's dome theatre. The Zeiss projector casts images of stars, planets and constellations to simulate the night sky. Cost is $3.00 per person, which includes admission to the Museum. Space is limited, so early arrival to purchase tickets is recommended. Shows last approximately 35 minutes. The […]
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Yoga in the Park
Yoga in the Park
At the Temple to Music (map) Yoga at Roger Williams Park is back for an extended season, from May-September 2019! This introductory vinyasa flow class is open to all levels, from beginners to advanced, and will move at a gentle pace to establish strength, flexibility, and balance within a continuous sequence of postures. The class […]
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Pop-Up Storytime
Pop-Up Storytime
at Roger Williams Park Temple to Music (map) Join a FREE pop-up storytime for children and their caregivers at the Park's Temple to Music the third Tuesday morning of the month, May through October, from 10:30-11:00 AM. Each program will feature a story reading and songs and rhymes. Following storytime, stay and play in the […]
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Wednesday Walking Group
Wednesday Walking Group
Meet at the Dalrymple Boathouse (map) Calling all walking fans! On Wednesday evenings in May, the Roger Williams Park Conservancy is piloting a new weekly walking group, in response to public feedback. The group offers an opportunity to get active while exploring new areas of the Park and meeting new people. These free walks will […]
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Open Paint and Amateur Photography Fridays
Open Paint and Amateur Photography Fridays
Bring your canvas or camera and create a masterpiece inspired by the serene atmosphere and exotic plants at the Botanical Center. For more information, please contact Lesley Lambert, Education Coordinator & Office Administrator, at (401) 680-7250 or [email protected].
Open Paint + Amateur Photography Day
Open Paint + Amateur Photography Day
Mingle with like-minded artists and nature lovers at the Botanical Center. Guests are welcome to bring a sketch pad, water colors and washable paints and to take photographs. Please note that special photography equipment is not allowed without a permit. Painters must use only nontoxic, unscented paints. For questions about the photography policy refer to […]
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Williams Family Cemetery Walk
Williams Family Cemetery Walk
Meet at the Museum of Natural History (map) Museum of Natural History docent and archivist Richard Siembab leads a special walking tour of the historic Williams family cemetery in Roger Williams Park. Learn exactly who is buried here and what those curious symbols on the headstones really mean. Richard, a longtime member of the Association […]
Planetarium Show
Planetarium Show
Enjoy a planetarium show at the Museum of Natural History's dome theatre. The Zeiss projector casts images of stars, planets and constellations to simulate the night sky. Cost is $3.00 per person, which includes admission to the Museum. Space is limited, so early arrival to purchase tickets is recommended. Shows last approximately 35 minutes. The […]
1 event,
Planetarium Show
Planetarium Show
Enjoy a planetarium show at the Museum of Natural History's dome theatre. The Zeiss projector casts images of stars, planets and constellations to simulate the night sky. Cost is $3.00 per person, which includes admission to the Museum. Space is limited, so early arrival to purchase tickets is recommended. Shows last approximately 35 minutes. The […]
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Late Afternoon Stroll
Late Afternoon Stroll
Explore the trails of Roger Williams Park in a series of late afternoon walks, held the last Thursday of the month (no April walk). Walks depart from the Museum of Natural History at 4:30 PM. These free strolls are offered by the Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, in partnership with the Roger Williams Park […]
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Open Paint and Amateur Photography Fridays
Open Paint and Amateur Photography Fridays
Bring your canvas or camera and create a masterpiece inspired by the serene atmosphere and exotic plants at the Botanical Center. For more information, please contact Lesley Lambert, Education Coordinator & Office Administrator, at (401) 680-7250 or [email protected].
Open Paint + Amateur Photography Day
Open Paint + Amateur Photography Day
Mingle with like-minded artists and nature lovers at the Botanical Center. Guests are welcome to bring a sketch pad, water colors and washable paints and to take photographs. Please note that special photography equipment is not allowed without a permit. Painters must use only nontoxic, unscented paints. For questions about the photography policy refer to […]