Military veterans and service members can experience the Intrepid Museum after hours with a behind-the-scenes tour and catered dinner.Intrepid After Hours: PhotographyJoin fellow current and former service members for a photography workshop on the flight deck, led by veteran teaching artists from the Josephine Herrick Project. Learn the basics of photography and improve your skills…
Working with Heart Medicine of Cacao & The Cacao Tree in Mayan CosmovisionJoin us to learn about the cacao tree, exploring more deeply the sacred medicine of this plant pre-colonization by also learning about the Mayan Cosmovision through exploring the Mayan energy of the day. Together, we'll enjoy the plant medicine that is cacao, honor…
(adults and family) The Vintage Vibe Tribe will bring fresh yet timeless energy to the gardens this summer, blending beloved jazz standards with retro-inspired takes on modern favorites—think the elegance of Ella Fitzgerald meets the bold flair of Lady Gaga. Featuring vocalist Casey Sky, alongside Kenny Tam on piano and Joe Peterson on upright bass,…
Join us for Storytime every Tuesday and Thursday at 10 a.m. Watch your kids as they embark on an exciting adventure with our Storytime expert. We will introduce your little one to some of your childhood favorites, as well as read some you may have never heard before!
Join us two days a week from 10 am – 12pm for fun art-making in the Museum walkway! Recommended for ages 2-5. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Art materials are provided. Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis. A $5 suggested donation is appreciated. Ms. Lisa is excited to create some…
(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,…
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.
Harness the light! Cast rainbows! And find flow working with pressed flowers and upcycled materialsCreate your own light catchers and craft with community. Work with pressed flowers from the garden and upcycled materials to disrupt the wastestream and find flow. All materials provided. Your Facilitator: Wilhelmina Grant-CooperWilhelmina Grant-Cooper is a Harlem-based visual artist, arts instructor,…
(ages 16 and up) With the NYC skyline as a backdrop, you’ll be pleasantly surprised to find great paddling in the Meadowlands. The many creeks, sweeping through grassy hills and…
Reeves-Reed Arboretum is pleased to present Féminin Pluriel, a solo exhibition by Québec-based artist Pascale Bouchard. This exhibition highlights Bouchard’s distinctive encaustic practice, in which pigmented beeswax and heat are…
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! Volunteers will reestablish existing trails, plant native trees, identify and remove invasives, as well as other tasks. No experience is necessary. Ground Force Sessions: Fridays, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM What to Bring & Wear: Long pants, long socks, and sturdy closed-toe shoes Insect repellent,…
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
Join us in the JBWR Pollinator Garden to care for the garden and perform routine maintenance.Love gardening but don’t have the space or resources? This is a great opportunity to get your hands in the soil while supporting your local ecosystem and community. There will also be an opportunity to sign up as a regular…
Interactive class featuring puppets, musical instruments, and props.
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Music, stories, play, and activities encourage caregiver interaction.
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! Rangers will lead you through the dark rooms and passages of Fort Tompkins. Along the way, you will learn about the history of the fort…
(families with children ages 3 and up) Discovery Weekends return for the Spring! Explore the Arboretum’s gardens and grounds as autumn brings amazing changes. Drop by the Stackhouse Education Center on Saturdays and Sundays anytime between 9 am and 3 pm for this self-guided program for families and children ages 3 and older. Borrow a…
