Open Paint and Amateur Photography Fridays
Botanical Center 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, United StatesBring 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 and Amateur Photography Fridays
Botanical Center 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, United StatesMingle 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 link: http://www.providenceri.gov/botanical/photography-policy/ […]
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle drop-in activity
Museum of Natural History and Planetarium 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, United StatesJoin the Museum of Natural History on Fridays in July and August for a drop-in activity to discover the 3 Rs of sustainability – reducing, reusing and recycling! See how some everyday products are getting a new life and being reused in surprising ways, and view the steps of the recycling process at this special drop-in activity […]
Planetarium Show
Museum of Natural History and Planetarium 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, United StatesThis summer, enjoy daily planetarium shows at the Museum of Natural History in July and August! Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, 2pm: Our Place in Space Planetarium Show Tuesdays, 2pm: NASA Journey to Mars Full Dome Planetarium Show Fridays, 2pm: Two Small Pieces of Glass Full Dome Planetarium Show Saturdays and Sundays, 2pm: Summer Sky Views […]
Food Truck Friday
RWP Carousel VillageEnd your week at FOOD TRUCK FRIDAY at Roger Williams Park Carousel Village with some of the best food trucks in Rhode Island brought to you PVD Food Truck Events. ADMISSION IS FREE! Enjoy over 15 locally owned food trucks and local beer from Trinity Brewhouse, wines from Gooseneck Vineyards while listening to live music. […]
Nature Walk
Museum of Natural History and Planetarium 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, United StatesMeet at the Museum of Natural History (map) Join a Roger Williams Park nature walk the first Saturday of the month to discover the great variety of plants and animals inhabiting the 435 acre urban park. These walks will familiarize you with the geography of the Park while a naturalist from the Museum of Natural […]
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
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 […]
Planetarium Show
Museum of Natural History and Planetarium 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, United StatesEnjoy a planetarium show at the Museum of Natural History. Show lasts approximately 30 minutes. Early arrival is suggested as tickets are sold first come, first served. People are not permitted to enter the planetarium once the show has begun. Price is $3.00 per person, which includes admission to the Museum. Children under age 4 […]
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 […]
Planetarium Show
Museum of Natural History and Planetarium 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, United StatesEnjoy a planetarium show at the Museum of Natural History. Show lasts approximately 30 minutes. Early arrival is suggested as tickets are sold first come, first served. People are not permitted to enter the planetarium once the show has begun. Price is $3.00 per person, which includes admission to the Museum. Children under age 4 […]
Summer Fitness: Yoga in the Park
Temple to Music 1000 Elmwood ave, Providence, RI, United StatesAt the Temple to Music (map) 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 supports healthy alignment while honoring and exploring the connection between movement, breath and mindfulness. […]