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 […]
“Faces of the Rainforest” Opening Weekend
Roger Williams Park Zoo officially opens its eagerly-awaited exhibit – Faces of the Rainforest – on Friday, November 30. “It is with great excitement that we announce the opening of this magnificent new exhibit, providing all our guests with the opportunity to experience the South American Rainforest here in Rhode Island,” said Dr. Jeremy Goodman, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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/ […]
Rose Society Meeting
Botanical Center 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, United StatesThe 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
Botanical Center 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, United StatesLearn 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.
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 […]
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 […]
Family Wreath Making Workshop & Extended Nighttime Hours
Botanical Center 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, United StatesBring your family to create your own one-of-a-kind wreath during a workshop led by Lee Ann Freitas, Botanical Center director. Then, tour beautiful holiday displays, and walk the outside gardens to view over 1,000 holiday lights! Wreath making from 3:00pm-4:30pm $50 per wreath (includes one Botanical Center admission) Cash bar by Cozy Caterers; hot chocolate & light […]