Geology of Northern Cumberland
Back by popular demand, explore the geology of the northern part of the state with Museum of Natural History curator and geologist Matthew Becker. Examining the quartz vein at Diamond Hill and the cumberlandite locality, discover Rhode Island’s unique geologic history. Collecting is allowed. Please note: There may be some mild climbing. Please wear comfortable, […]
Trees in Autumn
Meet at the Museum of Natural History (map) Take a brisk autumnal look at trees and other plant life that change dramatically this time of year. Museum of Natural History docent Bill La Civita will talk about why and how it happens, and why some plant life stays green all year round. Please wear comfortable, […]
Creepy, Crawly Family Fun Weekend
Museum of Natural History and Planetarium 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, United StatesSaturday, October 27, and Sunday, October 28 at the Museum of Natural History Enjoy spooky fun crafts, Halloween museum quest, museum vault tours (additional admission applies), creature features and a trick-or-treat bag full of Halloween fun! Visitors receive a complimentary treat bag. Free museum and planetarium admission for costumed visitors. Special Creepy, Crawly Happenings 10:00am-4:00pm: […]
Creepy, Crawly Family Fun Weekend
Museum of Natural History and Planetarium 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, United StatesSaturday, October 27, and Sunday, October 28 at the Museum of Natural History Enjoy spooky fun crafts, Halloween museum quest, museum vault tours (additional admission applies), creature features and a trick-or-treat bag full of Halloween fun! Visitors receive a complimentary treat bag. Free museum and planetarium admission for costumed visitors. Special Creepy, Crawly Happenings 10:00am-4:00pm: […]
Drawing Wild From the Collection
Museum of Natural History and Planetarium 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, United StatesThese 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 […]
Bird Walk
Meet at the Museum of Natural History (map) Join a walk to explore Roger Williams Park and search for fall migrants among the colorful fall foliage. Some possible sightings include migrating hawks and warblers along with osprey, hooded mergansers, common goldeneye, great blue herons and bufflehead in the Park's ponds. Please wear comfortable, sturdy shoes […]
Discovery Tykes
Museum of Natural History and Planetarium 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, United StatesChildren, 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 […]
Williams Family Cemetery Walk
Meet at the Museum of Natural History (map) Museum of Natural History docent and archivist Richard Siembab will lead a special walking tour of the historic Williams family cemetery in Roger Williams Park. Learn exactly who is buried there and what those curious symbols on the headstones really mean. Richard, a longtime member of the […]
Exhibit Opening & Community Day, Museum of Natural History
Museum of Natural History and Planetarium 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, United StatesThe Museum of Natural History has been an engaging resource and learning experience for New England families since 1896. Celebrate 122 years of the Museum as "The People’s University"…and help to forge its future! Museum and planetarium admissions are free for Providence residents and for visitors who bring a canned good to donate to the RI […]
Drawing Wild From the Collection
Museum of Natural History and Planetarium 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, United StatesThese 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 […]
Discovery Tykes
Museum of Natural History and Planetarium 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, United StatesChildren, 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 […]
Birding in the Collections
Museum of Natural History and Planetarium 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, United StatesMissed seeing a favorite bird this year? Always wanted to see a flying jewel from a far-off land? Join the Museum of Natural History to peruse their collection of over 5,500 bird specimens. From tropical Sword-billed Hummingbirds to extinct Passenger Pigeons, you can view the wonders of the avian world up close and without the […]