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Bird Walk
Bird Walk
Join the Museum of Natural History and Planetarium for monthly guided bird walks and brave the winter temps in search of some feathered friends. Possible sightings include woodpeckers, chickadees, finches and hawks. Please dress for the weather and wear comfortable shoes. Walks meet at the Museum of Natural History and Planetarium. Program fee per session:Â $3 […]
Open Studio Hours for Fairy Garden Days
Open Studio Hours for Fairy Garden Days
Interested in joining the Fairy Garden Days 2020 community by either volunteering or building a fairy house? Drop by the Botanical Center for Open Studio Hours and learn more! 🍄 Sign up to be a fairy house architect and begin building. 🍄 Get a free cookie (wood slab) to build your house on. 🍄 Swap […]
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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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, October to June, at 9:30am. Each session includes age-appropriate stories, songs, poems and a craft related to the topic. […]
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Museum: From Top to Bottom
Museum: From Top to Bottom
Museum of Natural History (map) Explore the Museum of Natural History and Planetarium’s archives and collection storage vaults with docent Mike McGinity to learn about the museum and its collections. Program fee: $3 per adult; free for museum members. Pre-registration required. Please call (401) 680-7221 or email [email protected] to register or for more information. Please […]
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CANCELLED: Beginner Pilates series
CANCELLED: Beginner Pilates series
Please note that this week's class has been cancelled. Register below to join the class on March 11. Fitness in the Park returns for a winter session! In this beginner series, learn foundational Pilates movements that will challenge you to engage the breath, move with control and precision, and build strength in the core. When […]
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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 […]
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].
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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
Free Soil Testing
Free Soil Testing
Roger Williams Park Botanical Center hosts URI Master Gardeners to conduct free testing to help determine soil pH levels and texture. Master Gardeners also provide basic information and recommendations for gradual correction of soil problems, and answer questions from residential gardeners. For more information about this free soil testing service, which is available at various locations around the […]
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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Open Studio Hours for Fairy Garden Days
Open Studio Hours for Fairy Garden Days
Interested in joining the Fairy Garden Days 2020 community by either volunteering or building a fairy house? Drop by the Botanical Center for Open Studio Hours and learn more! 🍄 Sign up to be a fairy house architect and begin building. 🍄 Get a free cookie (wood slab) to build your house on. 🍄 Swap […]
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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Beginner Pilates series
Beginner Pilates series
At the Dalrymple Boathouse (map) Fitness in the Park returns for a winter session! In this beginner series, learn foundational Pilates movements that will challenge you to engage the breath, move with control and precision, and build strength in the core. When practiced regularly, Pilates strengthens and lengthens the muscles, helps improve posture, and helps […]
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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 […]
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].
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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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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].
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POSTPONED: Sustainability Series: Food Waste Prevention
POSTPONED: Sustainability Series: Food Waste Prevention
This event has been postponed; we hope to announce a new date soon. The Roger Williams Park Conservancy and Rhode Island Resource Recovery Corporation are partnering to present a series of informative, interactive presentations on different environmental topics, as part of the Conservancy’s commitment to conservation and stewardship. Events take place the 4th Monday of […]
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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].
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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].
CANCELLED: Beginner Pilates series
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