March Mineral Madness
Museum of Natural History and Planetarium 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, United StatesExperience mineral treasures normally locked away in the Museum of Natural History’s vaults with the museum’s curator. Assembled over the span of 120 years, this collection is a record of vanished mines and long-gone geological wonders, with many of the specimens having been personally collected by former museum staff. From brilliant barites to glistening geodes […]
Planetarium Show
Museum of Natural History and Planetarium 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, United StatesEnjoy 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 […]
Fairy Garden Days Workshops
Botanical Center 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, United StatesFairy Garden Material Swaps and Technique Workshops, for volunteers making fairy houses for Fairy Garden Days 2019, will be held on Sundays, March 3, 10, 24 and 31 in the Roger Williams Park Botanical Center greenhouse #3. If you have any questions this is a great time to come get guidance from experienced builders. Bring supplies […]
Planetarium Show
Museum of Natural History and Planetarium 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, United StatesEnjoy 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 […]
Late Afternoon Stroll
Explore the trails of Roger Williams Park in a series of late afternoon walks, held the last Thursday of the month (no April walk). Walks depart from the Museum of Natural History at 4:30 PM. These free strolls are offered by the Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, in partnership with the Roger Williams Park […]
Open Paint + Amateur Photography Day
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 […]
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].
Take a Walk in the Park!
Saturday, March 30 is National Take a Walk in the Park Day! Join the Roger Williams Park Conservancy to celebrate spring with a stroll around the Park's historic grounds as well as a portion of its woodland trails. This FREE walk departs from and returns to Betsey Williams Cottage. See a Park map. Pre-registration is requested. […]
Planetarium Show
Museum of Natural History and Planetarium 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, United StatesEnjoy 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 […]
Fairy Garden Days Workshops
Botanical Center 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, United StatesFairy Garden Material Swaps and Technique Workshops, for volunteers making fairy houses for Fairy Garden Days 2019, will be held on Sundays, March 3, 10, 24 and 31 in the Roger Williams Park Botanical Center greenhouse #3. If you have any questions this is a great time to come get guidance from experienced builders. Bring supplies […]
Planetarium Show
Museum of Natural History and Planetarium 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, United StatesEnjoy 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 […]
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 […]