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Planetarium Show
Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI 02907, USA Providence, RI, United StatesLocated in the Museum of Natural History, the planetarium is a dome theater with a Zeiss projector that casts images of stars, planets and constellations to simulate the night sky. Planetarium show tickets must be purchased online using our online ticketing system. Museum admission does not include the Planetarium. Building renovations and system improvements are […]
Museum closed
Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI 02907, USA Providence, RI, United StatesDue to an exhibit installation the Museum is closed Wednesday, April 5. Building renovations and system improvements are starting in April 2023. Please be patient during construction. Online Ticketing for Museum Admission and Planetarium Show
New Museum Lobby Exhibit! Flight of the Dinosaurs: Origin of Birds
Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI 02907, USA Providence, RI, United StatesWhen we hear the word "dinosaur," we might immediately picture one or two specific animals. However, dinosaurs actually represent a very large and diverse group of related animals that lived for millions of years in all types of environments. Did you know there was one group of dinosaurs that were small, feathered, capable of flight […]
Discovery Tykes
Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI 02907, USA Providence, RI, United StatesChildren, ages 2-4 with parent or caregiver, will investigate the world around them as they sing, dance and discover in this monthly series! Each session will contain age-appropriate stories, songs, poems and a craft related to the topic. Expose your preschool child to science in a unique and stimulating museum setting! Friday, April 7, 10:00am: […]
Plant Walks in Roger Williams Park
Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI 02907, USA Providence, RI, United StatesJoin our museum naturalist for guided walks in Roger Williams Park and learn how to identify seasonal wildflowers and tree blossoms. All skill levels are welcome. Binoculars are not required but encouraged for animal sightings. Walks meet at the Museum of Natural History and Planetarium. Recommended for all ages. Program fee per session: $3 per […]
Celebrate Earth in April at the Museum of Natural History
Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI 02907, USA Providence, RI, United StatesMonday, April 10 - Sunday, April 16, 2023 Discover the diversity of our amazing planet, past and present! Explore the museum and see our new lobby exhibit, Flight of the Dinosaurs: Origin of Birds that opens on Friday, April 7. From the ground under your feet to the sky above, come celebrate our dynamic planet […]
Celebrate Earth in April at the Museum of Natural History
Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI 02907, USA Providence, RI, United StatesMonday, April 10 - Sunday, April 16, 2023 Discover the diversity of our amazing planet, past and present! Explore the museum and see our new lobby exhibit, Flight of the Dinosaurs: Origin of Birds that opens on Friday, April 7. From the ground under your feet to the sky above, come celebrate our dynamic planet […]
Celebrate Earth in April at the Museum of Natural History
Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI 02907, USA Providence, RI, United StatesMonday, April 10 - Sunday, April 16, 2023 Discover the diversity of our amazing planet, past and present! Explore the museum and see our new lobby exhibit, Flight of the Dinosaurs: Origin of Birds that opens on Friday, April 7. From the ground under your feet to the sky above, come celebrate our dynamic planet […]
Celebrate Earth in April at the Museum of Natural History
Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI 02907, USA Providence, RI, United StatesMonday, April 10 - Sunday, April 16, 2023 Discover the diversity of our amazing planet, past and present! Explore the museum and see our new lobby exhibit, Flight of the Dinosaurs: Origin of Birds that opens on Friday, April 7. From the ground under your feet to the sky above, come celebrate our dynamic planet […]
Celebrate Earth in April at the Museum of Natural History
Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI 02907, USA Providence, RI, United StatesMonday, April 10 - Sunday, April 16, 2023 Discover the diversity of our amazing planet, past and present! Explore the museum and see our new lobby exhibit, Flight of the Dinosaurs: Origin of Birds that opens on Friday, April 7. From the ground under your feet to the sky above, come celebrate our dynamic planet […]
Celebrate Earth in April at the Museum of Natural History
Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI 02907, USA Providence, RI, United StatesMonday, April 10 - Sunday, April 16, 2023 Discover the diversity of our amazing planet, past and present! Explore the museum and see our new lobby exhibit, Flight of the Dinosaurs: Origin of Birds that opens on Friday, April 7. From the ground under your feet to the sky above, come celebrate our dynamic planet […]
Celebrate Earth in April at the Museum of Natural History
Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI 02907, USA Providence, RI, United StatesMonday, April 10 - Sunday, April 16, 2023 Discover the diversity of our amazing planet, past and present! Explore the museum and see our new lobby exhibit, Flight of the Dinosaurs: Origin of Birds that opens on Friday, April 7. From the ground under your feet to the sky above, come celebrate our dynamic planet […]
MNH Homeschool Adventures
Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI 02907, USA Providence, RI, United StatesAmazing Astronomy Thursday, January 19, 10:00am-1:00pm Planetarium Show: 10:30am or 11:30am Our Feathered Friends Thursday, March 16, 10:00am-1:00pm Workshops: 10:30am or 11:30am Nature Discovery Thursday, April 20, 10:00am-1:00pm Workshops: 10:30am or 11:30am Homeschool Adventures are family programs held at the Museum of Natural History and Planetarium for local homeschool families. Homeschool programs include a special […]
MNH Drawing Wild-From the Collection
Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI 02907, USA Providence, RI, United StatesWednesday, January 4, 9:30am-12:30pm Thursday, February 9, 9:30am-12:30pm Thursday, March 16, 2:00pm-5:00pm Thursday, April 20, 2:00pm-5:00pm Museum is CLOSED to the public during this program. You will have the opportunity to discover, or rediscover, the fascinating collections during this private program exploring the Museum of Natural History and Planetarium in Roger Williams Park. Bring a […]
Astronomy Day at the Museum of Natural History and Planetarium
Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI 02907, USA Providence, RI, United StatesJoin us on Saturday, April 29, as we celebrate National Astronomy Day co-hosted by Skyscrapers, Inc. (Amateur Astronomical Society of RI), and the Museum of Natural History and Planetarium. Activities kick-off at the Museum of Natural History in Roger Williams Park and will run from 12:30-3:30pm with planetarium shows at 1pm and 2pm (planetarium show […]
Planetarium Show
Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI 02907, USA Providence, RI, United StatesLocated in the Museum of Natural History, the planetarium is a dome theater with a Zeiss projector that casts images of stars, planets and constellations to simulate the night sky. Planetarium show tickets must be purchased online using our online ticketing system. Museum admission does not include the Planetarium. Building renovations and system improvements are […]
Planetarium Show
Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI 02907, USA Providence, RI, United StatesLocated in the Museum of Natural History, the planetarium is a dome theater with a Zeiss projector that casts images of stars, planets and constellations to simulate the night sky. Planetarium show tickets must be purchased online using our online ticketing system. Museum admission does not include the Planetarium. Building renovations and system improvements are […]
Planetarium Show
Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI 02907, USA Providence, RI, United StatesLocated in the Museum of Natural History, the planetarium is a dome theater with a Zeiss projector that casts images of stars, planets and constellations to simulate the night sky. Planetarium show tickets must be purchased online using our online ticketing system. Museum admission does not include the Planetarium. Building renovations and system improvements are […]
Discovery Tykes
Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI 02907, USA Providence, RI, United StatesChildren, ages 2-4 with parent or caregiver, will investigate the world around them as they sing, dance and discover in this monthly series! Each session will contain age-appropriate stories, songs, poems and a craft related to the topic. Expose your preschool child to science in a unique and stimulating museum setting! Friday, April 7, 10:00am: […]
FREE First Saturday of the month for Providence Residents
Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI 02907, USA Providence, RI, United StatesFREE first Saturday of the month for City of Providence residents. Please bring proof of Providence residency. Museum of Natural History: Museum is open daily from 10am – 4pm, last admission at 3:30pm. Planetarium Show: 2pm on Saturday. MUST RESERVE PLANETARIUM SHOW TICKET ONLINE. Online Ticketing for Museum Admission and Planetarium Show
Planetarium Show
Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI 02907, USA Providence, RI, United StatesLocated in the Museum of Natural History, the planetarium is a dome theater with a Zeiss projector that casts images of stars, planets and constellations to simulate the night sky. Planetarium show tickets must be purchased online using our online ticketing system. Museum admission does not include the Planetarium. Building renovations and system improvements are […]
Bird Walks in Roger Williams Park
Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI 02907, USA Providence, RI, United StatesDuring our spring bird walks in the Roger Williams Park, particular attention will be paid to migrating songbirds. We’ll search the canopy for warblers, tanagers and more. Please wear comfortable shoes and bring binoculars if you have them. All skill levels are welcome. Walks meet at the Museum of Natural History and Planetarium. Program fee […]
Planetarium Show
Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI 02907, USA Providence, RI, United StatesLocated in the Museum of Natural History, the planetarium is a dome theater with a Zeiss projector that casts images of stars, planets and constellations to simulate the night sky. Planetarium show tickets must be purchased online using our online ticketing system. Museum admission does not include the Planetarium. Building renovations and system improvements are […]
Drawing Wild – From the Museum of Natural History Collection
Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI 02907, USA Providence, RI, United StatesYou will have the opportunity to discover, or rediscover, the fascinating collections during this private program exploring the Museum of Natural History and Planetarium in Roger Williams Park. Bring a small easel or chair and your drawing or painting materials, and choose your subject from the collections of birds, bears, lions, and Oceanic artifacts. Museum […]
Betsey Williams Cottage Open House
Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI 02907, USA Providence, RI, United StatesStep back in time to explore the beautifully restored Betsey Williams Cottage, built in 1773 and home to Roger Williams’ great-great-great granddaughters, Betsey and Rhoda Williams. Upon her death in 1871, Betsey Williams bequeathed the cottage and 102 acres of surrounding farmland to the city of Providence, which became the foundation of Roger Williams Park. […]
Plant Walks in Roger Williams Park
Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI 02907, USA Providence, RI, United StatesJoin our museum naturalist for guided walks in Roger Williams Park and learn how to identify seasonal wildflowers and tree blossoms. All skill levels are welcome. Binoculars are not required but encouraged for animal sightings. Walks meet at the Museum of Natural History and Planetarium. Recommended for all ages. Program fee per session: $3 per […]
Planetarium Show
Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI 02907, USA Providence, RI, United StatesLocated in the Museum of Natural History, the planetarium is a dome theater with a Zeiss projector that casts images of stars, planets and constellations to simulate the night sky. Planetarium show tickets must be purchased online using our online ticketing system. Museum admission does not include the Planetarium. Building renovations and system improvements are […]
Mother’s Day at the Museum
Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI 02907, USA Providence, RI, United StatesSpend the day with Mom at the Museum of Natural History in Roger Williams Park. Moms enjoy free admission to the Museum (not including the Planetarium) with the purchase of another guest admission. Offer valid Mother’s Day 2023 only. Can not be combined with other offers. Online Ticketing for Museum Admission
Planetarium Show
Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI 02907, USA Providence, RI, United StatesLocated in the Museum of Natural History, the planetarium is a dome theater with a Zeiss projector that casts images of stars, planets and constellations to simulate the night sky. Planetarium show tickets must be purchased online using our online ticketing system. Museum admission does not include the Planetarium. Building renovations and system improvements are […]
Planetarium Show
Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI 02907, USA Providence, RI, United StatesLocated in the Museum of Natural History, the planetarium is a dome theater with a Zeiss projector that casts images of stars, planets and constellations to simulate the night sky. Planetarium show tickets must be purchased online using our online ticketing system. Museum admission does not include the Planetarium. Building renovations and system improvements are […]
Planetarium Show
Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI 02907, USA Providence, RI, United StatesLocated in the Museum of Natural History, the planetarium is a dome theater with a Zeiss projector that casts images of stars, planets and constellations to simulate the night sky. Planetarium show tickets must be purchased online using our online ticketing system. Museum admission does not include the Planetarium. Building renovations and system improvements are […]
Planetarium Show
Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI 02907, USA Providence, RI, United StatesLocated in the Museum of Natural History, the planetarium is a dome theater with a Zeiss projector that casts images of stars, planets and constellations to simulate the night sky. Planetarium show tickets must be purchased online using our online ticketing system. Museum admission does not include the Planetarium. Building renovations and system improvements are […]
Planetarium Show
Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI 02907, USA Providence, RI, United StatesLocated in the Museum of Natural History, the planetarium is a dome theater with a Zeiss projector that casts images of stars, planets and constellations to simulate the night sky. Planetarium show tickets must be purchased online using our online ticketing system. Museum admission does not include the Planetarium. Building renovations and system improvements are […]
Museum Closed
Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI 02907, USA Providence, RI, United StatesMuseum is closed on Monday, May 29, and Monday, June 19. Online Ticketing for Museum Admission and Planetarium Show