The Museum is temporarily closed for renovations and improvements to the museum and planetarium. Museum will RE-OPEN to the public on Saturday, December 7. We look forward to welcoming visitors back to our new and improved facilities. FREE programming in Roger Williams Park while the museum is temporarily closed includes Plant and Bird Walks; Songs in the Cottage; Discovery Tykes; and Weekend Open Houses at the Betsey Williams Cottage. Thank you for your patience!
When is the Museum of Natural History located in Roger Williams Park open?
Check our calendar of events for more information regarding programming and hours of operation. Please remember that we are improving the Museum! When is the planetarium open?
Located in the Museum of Natural History, the Planetarium is a dome theater, which is only open during showtimes. Planetarium is temporarily closed.There are other offerings during certain holidays, special events and school vacation weeks. Please plan to arrive at least 15 minutes prior to the show start time to check-in for the Planetarium show. FOR SAFETY REASONS, TICKETHOLDERS ARE NOT PERMITTED TO ENTER THE PLANETARIUM ONCE THE SHOW HAS BEGUN. Children must be age 4 and older to be permitted in the planetarium. Planetarium show tickets must be purchased ONLINE.
What are the fees?
Museum admission (does not include the planetarium) is $2, free for children under age 4
Planetarium show ticket (includes museum admission) is $5, Children must be age 4 and older to be permitted in the planetarium. Each person attending the planetarium show needs a ticket.
Museum Homepage Online Admissions and Ticketing Membership - Purchase online
