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 […]
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 & […]
Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular
Travel through a seasonal wonderland! Celebrate the wonders of New England and all its glory and magic at Roger Williams Park Zoo's nationally acclaimed Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular, presented by Citizens Bank, […]
Illuminated Swan Boats
Polo Lake, next to the Zoo (map) Take a magical nighttime paddle and navigate a series of illuminated tunnels throughout Roger Williams Park’s ponds. Hot apple cider and hot chocolate […]
Raised Garden Bed Workshop
Botanical Center 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, United StatesJoin a FREE workshop at the Botanical Center to learn about permaculture favorite, Hugelkultur (pronounced Hoo-gul-culture), which means hill culture or hill mound. They hold moisture, build fertility, maximize surface […]
Nature Walk
Museum of Natural History and Planetarium 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, United StatesJoin the Museum of Natural History for guided walks in Roger Williams Park and learn how to identify plants and better understand urban ecology. From maple trees to mushrooms, gain […]
Mounted Command Open House
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 […]
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 […]
Free Soil Testing
Botanical Center 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, United StatesRoger Williams Park Botanical Center will host URI Master Gardeners to conduct free testing to help determine soil pH levels and texture. Master Gardener volunteers provide basic information and recommendations for […]
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 […]
Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular
Travel through a seasonal wonderland! Celebrate the wonders of New England and all its glory and magic at Roger Williams Park Zoo's nationally acclaimed Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular, presented by Citizens Bank, […]