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Planetarium Show
Planetarium Show
Enjoy a planetarium show at the Museum of Natural History. Show lasts approximately 35 minutes. Early arrival is suggested as tickets are sold first come, first served. People are not […]
1 event,
Women’s Trail Run
Women’s Trail Run
Join Superintendent of Providence Parks, Wendy Nilsson, for a Trail Run at Roger Williams Park on Wednesday mornings from 6 am - 7 am. We will meet at the Boathouse […]
2 events,
Open Paint and Amateur Photography Fridays
Open Paint and Amateur Photography Fridays
Mingle 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/ […]
Open Paint and Amateur Photography Fridays
Open Paint and Amateur Photography Fridays
Bring 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].
4 events,
First Saturday Bird Walk
First Saturday Bird Walk
Roger Williams Park is a 435 acre oasis in the heart of one the most densely populated areas of Rhode Island. The woodlands and large ponds provide an ideal place for birds to rest and feed on their migration northwards. Join Museum of Natural History curator Michael Kieron to search for the many migrants and […]
First Saturday – Free Admission for Providence Residents
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
Drawing Wild From the Collection
These 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 […]
1 event,
Planetarium Show
Planetarium Show
Enjoy a planetarium show at the Museum of Natural History. Show lasts approximately 35 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 […]
1 event,
Discovery Tykes
Discovery Tykes
Children, ages 2-4 with parent, will investigate the world around them as they sing, dance and discover in the Museum of Natural History’s monthly series! This program takes place on […]
1 event,
Women’s Trail Run
Women’s Trail Run
Join Superintendent of Providence Parks, Wendy Nilsson, for a Trail Run at Roger Williams Park on Wednesday mornings from 6 am - 7 am. We will meet at the Boathouse and run the Big Lakes Trail, 3.2 miles, at an easy pace. This group designed to introduce runners to RWP's newly refurbished trails and share […]
1 event,
RWP Community Meeting
RWP Community Meeting
Join quarterly community meetings to hear about efforts to improve and preserve Roger Williams Park, presented by the Roger Williams Park Conservancy in partnership with the Providence Parks Department. We welcome users and neighbors of the Park to join us at Roger Williams Park's Dalrymple Boathouse from 6:00-7:00 PM on these dates: March 8 […]
2 events,
Open Paint and Amateur Photography Fridays
Open Paint and Amateur Photography Fridays
Mingle 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/ […]
Open Paint and Amateur Photography Fridays
Open Paint and Amateur Photography Fridays
Bring 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 & […]
4 events,
Everyday Science (Girl Scout Brownies and Juniors)
Everyday Science (Girl Scout Brownies and Juniors)
Begin the day by completing a science-themed quest through the museum as you discover science in surprising places all around us! Then join museum educators for a special workshop where you will create fizzy, frothy experiments from everyday household items! Be a scientist for the day and discover how you might want to be a […]
Rose Society Meeting
Rose Society Meeting
The 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
Community Garden Workshop
Learn 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.
1 event,
Planetarium Show
Planetarium Show
Enjoy a planetarium show at the Museum of Natural History. Show lasts approximately 35 minutes. Early arrival is suggested as tickets are sold first come, first served. People are not […]
1 event,
Women’s Trail Run
Women’s Trail Run
Join Superintendent of Providence Parks, Wendy Nilsson, for a Trail Run at Roger Williams Park on Wednesday mornings from 6 am - 7 am. We will meet at the Boathouse and run the Big Lakes Trail, 3.2 miles, at an easy pace. This group designed to introduce runners to RWP's newly refurbished trails and share […]
2 events,
Open Paint and Amateur Photography Fridays
Open Paint and Amateur Photography Fridays
Bring 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 & […]
Open Paint and Amateur Photography Fridays
Open Paint and Amateur Photography Fridays
Mingle 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/ […]
5 events,
March Mineral Madness
Saturday, March 17 and Sunday March 18, 2018, 1:00pm-3:00pm Experience mineral treasures normally locked away in the museum’s vaults with the museum’s curator. Assembled over the span of over a 120 years, this collection is a record of vanished mines and long-gone geological wonders. From brilliant barites to glistening geodes and opulent opals you will […]
Master Gardener Workshop – Prepping & Planning a Garden
Master Gardener Workshop – Prepping & Planning a Garden
A successful garden starts with properly prepared soil, seeds and water. Go through all of the steps in this hands-on workshop using the materials and tools to start your own garden. […]
Third Saturday Docent Guided Tours
Third Saturday Docent Guided Tours
Learn about the Botanical Center's array of incredible plants by taking a guided tour with a trained docent. Docents will gather at the Welcome Center and bring guests throughout the Center, providing special knowledge and answering questions.
NE Carnivorous Plant Society – Scientific Advances
NE Carnivorous Plant Society – Scientific Advances
Join the New England Carnivorous Plant Society as Harvard Forest's Aaron Ellison talks about "Scientific advances with Darwin’s most wonderful plants in the world. Free with admission to the Botanical Center.
2 events,
Planetarium Show
Planetarium Show
Enjoy a planetarium show at the Museum of Natural History. Show lasts approximately 35 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 […]
2 events,
Open Paint and Amateur Photography Fridays
Open Paint and Amateur Photography Fridays
Mingle 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/ […]
Open Paint and Amateur Photography Fridays
Open Paint and Amateur Photography Fridays
Bring 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 & […]
2 events,
RI Orchid Society – Pest & Disease Control Best Practices
RI Orchid Society – Pest & Disease Control Best Practices
Do you have foolproof methods of keeping insects and diseases at bay? Most everyone is on the lookout for different or newer techniques. Join the Orchid Society to hear Holly Read discuss some of the best practices she uses. Free with Botanical Center admission.
Planetarium Show
Planetarium Show
Enjoy a planetarium show at the Museum of Natural History. Show lasts approximately 35 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 […]
2 events,
Fairy Garden Days Workshop
Fairy Garden Days Workshop
This is one of three workshops on creating your own unique Fairy Garden House to display during Fairy Garden Days at the Roger Williams Park Botanical Center from April 14 - 29, 2018! Share ideas to finish your fairy house and get information to display your creation at Fairy Garden Days 2018. Free to volunteers […]
Planetarium Show
Planetarium Show
Enjoy a planetarium show at the Museum of Natural History. Show lasts approximately 35 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 […]
3 events,
Women’s Trail Run
Women’s Trail Run
Join Superintendent of Providence Parks, Wendy Nilsson, for a Trail Run at Roger Williams Park on Wednesday mornings from 6 am - 7 am. We will meet at the Boathouse and run the Big Lakes Trail, 3.2 miles, at an easy pace. This group designed to introduce runners to RWP's newly refurbished trails and share […]
Kitchen Herbal Spring Tonics
Kitchen Herbal Spring Tonics
Learn how to use common kitchen herbs to make tasty tonic remedies for a gentle spring detox. This workshop will be led by Jillian VanNostrand a professional medicinal herbalist, registered nurse, certified midwife, sex educator and counselor for both adults and adolescents. Learn more about Jillian’s practice at RadicalRemedies.com Class Price: $15 (Botanical Center members $13) […]
Treasures in the Attic: A Tour of the Museum’s Archives
Treasures in the Attic: A Tour of the Museum’s Archives
Join the museum’s curator on a tour of the museum's archives. Rarely open to the public, the archives contain early records, scrapbooks, plans and over 30,000 photographs. These include the museum and Providence Parks Department properties such as the North Burial Ground, the Esek Hopkins House, Roger Williams Park Zoo and many of the city’s […]
1 event,
Floral Arranging with the Greek Gardener
Floral Arranging with the Greek Gardener
This class will give you a great foundation on the technical tricks of flower arranging as well as composition, color, and design. To see more of Nicol’s work visit www.thegreekgardenerri.com. Workshop Price: $75 Includes all materials, instructor fee and flowers. Space is limited and pre-registration is required. Email [email protected] or (401)680-7250 to register.
2 events,
Open Paint and Amateur Photography Fridays
Open Paint and Amateur Photography Fridays
Mingle 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/ […]
Open Paint and Amateur Photography Fridays
Open Paint and Amateur Photography Fridays
Bring 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 & […]
1 event,
Planetarium Show
Planetarium Show
Enjoy a planetarium show at the Museum of Natural History. Show lasts approximately 35 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 […]
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RWP Community Meeting
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