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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 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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Moon Hike
Moon Hike
Meet at the Museum of Natural History (map) Explore the trails of Roger Williams Park with Museum of Natural History Director Renée Gamba while learning about the night sky and nocturnal animals. Please wear comfortable, sturdy shoes. This FREE event is offered in partnership with the Roger Williams Park Conservancy. Pre-registration is preferred. Call (401) 680-7224 […]
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Dancing in the Park
Dancing in the Park
Dancing in the Park A Celebration of Roger Williams Park Friday, June 1 • 7-10 PM Roger Williams Park Bandstand Celebrate the history and restoration of Roger Williams Park and support the Park’s preservation and programs during a festive evening featuring live music by Superchief Trio, dancing, and delicious food and drinks. All proceeds […]
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 […]
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 & […]
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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 the Museum of Natural History to search for the many migrants and summer residents […]
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
Flower Pressing demonstration
Flower Pressing demonstration
Val Begin, a URI Master Gardener, will offer a talk and demonstration about how to collect, press, save and use beautiful flowers and leaves. Learn how to make a simple […]
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The Lost Park
The Lost Park
Meet at the Museum of Natural History (map) Go back in time with Museum of Natural History docent Mike McGinity on a motorized tour through Roger Williams Park. Long lost park treasures and missing monuments will be revisited at their original locations in this nostalgic look at the history of this grand space. Pre-registration preferred. […]
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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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 the first Monday of each month, October through June, at 9:30am. Each session will contain age-appropriate stories, songs, poems and a craft related to the […]
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Waterways and Landscape in Roger Williams Park
Waterways and Landscape in Roger Williams Park
Meet at the Dalrymple Boathouse (map) Horace Cleveland, a leader in the Urban Parks Movement, created the design for Roger Williams Park’s 435 acres of expansive grounds, which include recreational ponds, public gardens, extensive walkways, and scenic vistas. Join members of the City of Providence’s Parks Department – Deputy Superintendent Brian Byrnes and Landscape Architect […]
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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 […]
Food Truck Friday
Food Truck Friday
End your week at FOOD TRUCK FRIDAY at Roger Williams Park Carousel Village with some of the best food trucks in Rhode Island brought to you PVD Food Truck Events. ADMISSION IS FREE! Enjoy over 15 locally owned food trucks and local beer from Trinity Brewhouse, wines from Gooseneck Vineyards while listening to live music. […]
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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 […]
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 […]
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,
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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Yoga in the Park
Yoga in the Park
At the Dalrymple Boathouse (map) This introductory vinyasa flow class is open to all levels, from beginners to advanced, and will move at a gentle pace to establish strength, flexibility, and balance within a continuous sequence of postures. The class supports healthy alignment while honoring and exploring the connection between movement, breath and mindfulness. Bring […]
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The Rose Gardens of Roger Williams Park
The Rose Gardens of Roger Williams Park
Museum of Natural History docent Bill LaCivita will guide a tour of the Victorian rose garden in Roger Williams Park. Since the 1880s, many varieties of roses from Albertine to White Dorothy Perkins have been grown and bred by the park's gardeners and landscapers. This is a great way to learn about the magnificent blooms […]
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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 […]
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 & […]
Food Truck Friday
Food Truck Friday
End your week at FOOD TRUCK FRIDAY at Roger Williams Park Carousel Village with some of the best food trucks in Rhode Island brought to you PVD Food Truck Events. ADMISSION IS FREE! Enjoy over 15 locally owned food trucks and local beer from Trinity Brewhouse, wines from Gooseneck Vineyards while listening to live music. […]
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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 […]
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,
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,
Yoga in the Park
Yoga in the Park
At the Temple to Music (map) This introductory vinyasa flow class is open to all levels, from beginners to advanced, and will move at a gentle pace to establish strength, flexibility, and balance within a continuous sequence of postures. The class supports healthy alignment while honoring and exploring the connection between movement, breath and mindfulness. […]
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Providence Birding Adventure
Providence Birding Adventure
Join the Audubon Society of RI’s Education Coordinator, Tracey Hall, for a FREE guided bird walk in Roger Williams Park. The group will gather in the Carousal parking lot; see a Park map. Binoculars and field guides will be available. Dress for the weather and wear sturdy walking shoes. Thanks to the U.S. Fish and […]
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3 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 […]
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 & […]
Food Truck Friday
Food Truck Friday
End your week at FOOD TRUCK FRIDAY at Roger Williams Park Carousel Village with some of the best food trucks in Rhode Island brought to you PVD Food Truck Events. ADMISSION IS FREE! Enjoy over 15 locally owned food trucks and local beer from Trinity Brewhouse, wines from Gooseneck Vineyards while listening to live music. […]
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Butterflies in the Park
Butterflies in the Park
Butterflies fluttering amidst sun-drenched meadows are a sure sign of summer. Hunt for butterflies in the sweeping lawns and hidden spaces in Roger Williams Park. A naturalist from the Museum of Natural History will help you discover how to find and identify these flying jewels. Program fee is $3 per person (includes museum admission); free […]
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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Welcoming Rhode Island Festival
Welcoming Rhode Island Festival
Dorcas International’s annual World Refugee Day has transformed into the Welcoming RI Festival to include our Student Recognition Ceremony and to further embrace diversity in the Ocean State. This free, family-friendly community event welcomes EVERYONE to celebrate culture and ancestry during Immigrant Heritage month! The event will happen RAIN OR SHINE! See Facebook 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,
Yoga in the Park
Yoga in the Park
At the Temple to Music (map) This introductory vinyasa flow class is open to all levels, from beginners to advanced, and will move at a gentle pace to establish strength, flexibility, and balance within a continuous sequence of postures. The class supports healthy alignment while honoring and exploring the connection between movement, breath and mindfulness. […]
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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 […]
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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].
Food Truck Friday
Food Truck Friday
End your week at FOOD TRUCK FRIDAY at Roger Williams Park Carousel Village with some of the best food trucks in Rhode Island brought to you PVD Food Truck Events. ADMISSION IS FREE! Enjoy over 15 locally owned food trucks and local beer from Trinity Brewhouse, wines from Gooseneck Vineyards while listening to live music. […]
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 […]