Museum of Natural History & Planetarium

Roger Williams Park

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WELCOME TO THE “PEOPLE’S UNIVERSITY,” ROGER WILLIAMS PARK, PROVIDENCE, RI
FOUNDED: JUNE 1896

Our mission is to steward and interpret natural and cultural collections through exhibits, education and research to inspire people of all ages and cultures to enjoy the natural world, in order to better understand themselves and the world. The Museum of Natural History is Rhode Island’s only natural history museum and is home to the state’s only public planetarium. For more than a century the museum has served as a unique educational, scientific and cultural resource by offering exciting exhibits and programming that provide ways for children and families to learn about our world and its people.

Join musicians Cathy Clasper-Torch and Shelley Katsh for a Concert Under the Stars in the planetarium on Wednesday, March 26, at 6:30pm. Please remember planetarium show tickets and Concert Under the Stars tickets MUST be purchased online.

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Support the Museum of Natural History & Planetarium and get a year of FREE admission during open public hours as well as discounts to events, workshops, and more. Membership levels start at just $20.

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Have fun while helping the Museum fulfill its mission and make some new friends while you’re at it. Many volunteer opportunities are available.

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Come enjoy the Museum, discover our exciting exhibits, and learn. Fun for all ages, open year-round.

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Museum of Natural History & Planetarium
Roger Williams Park
1000 Elmwood Avenue
Providence, RI 02709
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401.680.7221

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View of exterior of the Museum & Planetarium