Fly Tying Workshop SeriesCatch a fish with a fly you’ve tied yourself! Prepare for the warmer months and stay involved in the sport, even when the weather forces us indoors.Immerse…
Museum staff and other guest readers share stories, rhymes and sing-alongs with children ages 2 to 5 years and their caregivers every Friday at 10:00 am. A $5 suggested donation is appreciated. Launched in 2005 by librarian and former Museum Trustee Penny Metsch, the program is open to all on a first-come, first-served basis, and…
(age 14+, age 12-13 with adult) Join Our Horticulture Team! Help maintain and enhance the beauty of our gardens and grounds all year long—spring, summer, fall, and even winter! Volunteer indoors or outdoors alongside our horticulturists to support the care and upkeep of our landscape. Tasks vary by session and may include weeding, mulching, watering,…
Forest Bathing: Equinox CelebrationEnjoy a mindful stroll in the woods and connect with nature through sensory exploration inspired by the Japanese practice of Shinrin-yoku, “forest bathing” and finish with herbal…
Story time- Spark children's imagination and nurture their love for reading through monthly themed picture books and read-aloud- Every Day at 10 am and 4 pm Music and Movement- Interactive class featuring puppets, musical instruments, and props. -Every day at 11am and 3 pm
Interactive class featuring puppets, musical instruments, and props.
Explore Fort Wadsworth after sunset on our Lantern Tour! Rangers will lead you through the dark rooms and passages of Fort Tompkins.Explore Fort Wadsworth after sunset on our Lantern Tour!…
11:30 am, 12:00pm, 1:00 pm, and 2:30pm You are invited to enjoy an enchanting Afternoon Tea in Wisner House overlooking the Arboretum’s beautiful grounds! Upon arrival, you will be offered a menu of fine teas and infusions. Your choice of tea will be brewed to perfection. Once everyone is settled in, the tiers will arrive…
(adults and teens 13 yrs+) Bundle up and join a guided bird walk led by our new birdwatching expert! You may be surprised to hear that winter and early spring are some of the best times to start learning about birds because there are fewer species to tackle, and they are more readily visible. Discover…
March 21st – Spring has Sprung Saturday, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Join us as we celebrate the spring equinox at our March Outdoor Adventures program. Together we will explore…
Walk the grounds of William Rockefeller's historic Rockwood Hall foundation with David Teich.Join our Historian David Teich on an adventure into the past as we explore Rockwood Hall and its…
Story time- Spark children's imagination and nurture their love for reading through monthly themed picture books and read-aloud- Every Day at 10 am and 4 pm Music and Movement- Interactive class featuring puppets, musical instruments, and props. -Every day at 11am and 3 pm
Interactive class featuring puppets, musical instruments, and props.
Celebrate Women's History month as we learn about the history of women's hiking!Join us at Hempstead Lake State Park for a Women’s History Month walk celebrating women on the trails!…
Drop in every third Saturday of the month between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. to explore New York City’s oldest house together. Arrive by 1 p.m. for a unique hands-on making activity each month. Seasonal activities inside the historic house and around the gardens include scavenger hunts, artifact investigation, gardening, self-guided exploration and hands-on activities.…
Music, stories, play, and activities encourage caregiver interaction.
Reading, Q&A, and Signing with Author Rekha GibbonsJoin us in welcoming Rekha Gibbons for a special reading, Q&A,and signing for her new book, Marathon Mindset: Antidote to Burnout by Translating…
(age 14+, age 12-13 with adult) Join Our Horticulture Team! Help maintain and enhance the beauty of our gardens and grounds all year long—spring, summer, fall, and even winter! Volunteer…
Enjoy a night out in the woods with a Park Educator!As daylight fades, a whole new world comes alive. Join us for an evening exploration of nocturnal wildlife and discover…
