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 […]
Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular 2018
Roger Williams Park ZooJack-O-Lantern Spectacular at Roger Williams Park Zoo, presented by Citizens Bank, is celebrating 30 years of Halloween magic from October 4 through November 4. This year’s show includes more than 5,000 intricately carved pumpkins featuring scenes of wizards, fairy tales, and the luminaries of great myths and legends, alongside superheroes and historical figures who changed the […]
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/ […]
Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular 2018
Roger Williams Park ZooJack-O-Lantern Spectacular at Roger Williams Park Zoo, presented by Citizens Bank, is celebrating 30 years of Halloween magic from October 4 through November 4. This year’s show includes more than 5,000 intricately carved pumpkins featuring scenes of wizards, fairy tales, and the luminaries of great myths and legends, alongside superheroes and historical figures who changed the […]
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
Fossil Frenzy Weekend
Museum of Natural History and Planetarium 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, United StatesFrom the Coal Age to the Ice Age, the Museum of Natural History’s collection of fossil specimens brings the past to life! Join in the festivities and see fossilized plants and animals that once roamed the Earth. 10am-4pm: Fossil Fun Activities Cost: Free with museum admission Displayed fossils from the museum's vaults, special fossil quest, […]
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 […]
All About Dahlias
Botanical Center 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, United StatesNick Califano, a URI Master Gardener, will offer a free Dahlia talk and demonstration. Dahlias reward the gardener with spectacular color, tremendous variety in size and height, small to enormous bloom size, and an extended display season. Learn about Dahlia history, botany and care from spring to fall, followed by a hands-on workshop (weather permitting). […]
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 […]
Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular 2018
Roger Williams Park ZooJack-O-Lantern Spectacular at Roger Williams Park Zoo, presented by Citizens Bank, is celebrating 30 years of Halloween magic from October 4 through November 4. This year’s show includes more than 5,000 intricately carved pumpkins featuring scenes of wizards, fairy tales, and the luminaries of great myths and legends, alongside superheroes and historical figures who changed the […]