Museum closes at 1pm for Drawing Wild

The Museum closes at 1pm to the public for Drawing Wild: From the Collection.  

Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI 02907, USA, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, 02907, United States

Museum closes at 1pm for Drawing Wild

The Museum closes at 1pm to the public for Drawing Wild: From the Collection.  

Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI 02907, USA, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, 02907, United States

Greenhouse Yoga with Molly

Greenhouse yoga is back!On Tuesday mornings from 9am-10am, bring your mat, block, and get ready to stretch.Molly C. Greene brings over fifteen years of practice and three years of teaching. Tending to the physical and energetic body with sequences inspired by Ayurveda a......More

Greenhouse yoga is back!On Tuesday mornings from 9am-10am, bring your mat, block, and get ready to stretch.Molly C. Greene brings over fifteen years of practice and three years of teaching. Tending to the physical and energetic body with sequences inspired by Ayurveda and the chakra system. Focusing on the fundamentals of asana, pranayama, and meditation. Encouraging connection, compassion, embodiment, and authenticity. Get Tickets Here

Roger Williams Park Botanical Center, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, 02905, United States

Sun Style Tai Chi for Beginners

We’re bringing back beginner Tai Chi to the Botanical Center! Every first Tuesday of the month, certified instructor Colleen Shea will lead a beginner-friendly class focused on Sun Style Tai Chi.Tai Chi is a rejuvenating art practiced for its proven evidence-based benef......More

We’re bringing back beginner Tai Chi to the Botanical Center! Every first Tuesday of the month, certified instructor Colleen Shea will lead a beginner-friendly class focused on Sun Style Tai Chi.Tai Chi is a rejuvenating art practiced for its proven evidence-based benefits. Make some friends, take care of your body, and enjoy a day in the greenhouses.Registration is required. Please register by emailing [email protected] are sponsored by AARP/RI in collaboration with City of Providence Fitness in the Parks FREE to all participants.Note: There is a required $5 admission fee for the Botanical Center paid onsite at the ticket booth.

Roger Williams Park Botanical Center, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, 02905, United States

Zumba at The Gateway

Get ready to sweat, dance, and have a blast in Kiki’s high-energy Zumba class! Zumba combines Latin and international music with dance moves to create a dynamic and fun workout experience. This cardio-based class is designed for all fitness levels, featuring routines in......More

Get ready to sweat, dance, and have a blast in Kiki’s high-energy Zumba class! Zumba combines Latin and international music with dance moves to create a dynamic and fun workout experience. This cardio-based class is designed for all fitness levels, featuring routines inspired by salsa, reggaeton, merengue, and more, with easy-to-follow choreography that lets you feel the beat and burn calories. REGISTER: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B4CA5AB2DA0FBC07-51154702-zumba#/

Gateway Center at Roger Williams Park, 1197 Broad Street, Providence, RI, 02907, United States

Wee-One Wednesdays

Wednesdays 9-10 amWee-One Wednesdays is our weekly toddler program. Come with your little one to explore the greenhouses, sit for story time, engage in a craft activity, and more! Open to ages 2-4.  Tickets are available on our website: https://www.providenceri.gov/bota......More

Wednesdays 9-10 amWee-One Wednesdays is our weekly toddler program. Come with your little one to explore the greenhouses, sit for story time, engage in a craft activity, and more! Open to ages 2-4.  Tickets are available on our website: https://www.providenceri.gov/botanical/tickets/  Follow @RWPBotanicalCenter on Instagram and Facebook to stay up to date on special events!

Roger Williams Park Botanical Center, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, 02905, United States

Bachata/Merengue Dance

Learn the basics of two of the most popular Latin dance styles! This class is designed for dancers of all levels who want to experience the rhythm, energy, and joy of bachata and merengue. You’ll learn bachata’s signature hip movements and along with the upbeat, lively ......More

Learn the basics of two of the most popular Latin dance styles! This class is designed for dancers of all levels who want to experience the rhythm, energy, and joy of bachata and merengue. You’ll learn bachata’s signature hip movements and along with the upbeat, lively steps of merengue. REGISTER: email  [email protected]

Gateway Center at Roger Williams Park, 1197 Broad Street, Providence, RI, 02907, United States

Tai Chi Paradigm Beginner Level

Discover the calming power of Tai Chi with this beginner-level class, perfect for those new to this ancient practice. The Tai Chi Paradigm approach focuses on the fundamentals of movement, breathing, and balance, helping you connect body and mind for increased well-bein......More

Discover the calming power of Tai Chi with this beginner-level class, perfect for those new to this ancient practice. The Tai Chi Paradigm approach focuses on the fundamentals of movement, breathing, and balance, helping you connect body and mind for increased well-being. In each class, you’ll be guided through foundational Tai Chi forms that promote relaxation, flexibility, and mental focus. REGISTER: e-mail [email protected]

Gateway Center at Roger Williams Park, 1197 Broad Street, Providence, RI, 02907, United States

Yoga for Everybody

These accessible yoga classes are good for beginners and long-time practitioners alike! Mimi Bduncik will offer a well-rounded practice to build strength, release tension in the body, and cultivate peace in the mind and the heart.Classes are limited to 15 people. Please......More

These accessible yoga classes are good for beginners and long-time practitioners alike! Mimi Bduncik will offer a well-rounded practice to build strength, release tension in the body, and cultivate peace in the mind and the heart.Classes are limited to 15 people. Please arrive on time. Yoga mats not provided – please bring your own mat. Participants may check in at the Roger Williams Park Gateway center front desk starting at 8:45AM REGISTER: https://lilypadpos1.com/providencewc/onlinesales/tickets1.php?ptid=19

Gateway Center at Roger Williams Park, 1197 Broad Street, Providence, RI, 02907, United States

World Migratory Birds Days at the Museum of Natural History

The birds are back in town! Join the Museum of Natural History and Planetarium in Roger Williams Park to celebrate World Migratory Bird Day with a full weekend of fun, hands-on activities for all ages. Discover the incredible journeys of migratory birds and learn how yo......More

The birds are back in town! Join the Museum of Natural History and Planetarium in Roger Williams Park to celebrate World Migratory Bird Day with a full weekend of fun, hands-on activities for all ages. Discover the incredible journeys of migratory birds and learn how you can help protect them and their habitats. Museum admission is $2 | Free for Museum Members and children under age 4. Planetarium show (includes Museum Admission) is $5 | Free for Museum Members. Children must be age 4 or older to attend the planetarium show. Weekend Activities | Saturday, May 9– Sunday, May 1010am–4pm | Bird Family FunFollow the flock! Enjoy migratory bird–themed activities and hands-on experiences.Cost: Free with Museum admission.  2pm | Flight Adventures Fulldome Planetarium showDiscover the science of flight through the eyes of a young girl and her grandfather as they explore how birds, kites, planes and models fly. Learn about the history and future plans of flight and how NASA is discovering new and safer ways to travel with the help of future engineers and aviators – like YOU! The program is followed by a brief tour of the night sky using the planetarium’s Zeiss star projector. Audience: General (children must be age 4+)Cost: Planetarium show ticket (includes museum admission) is $5/ Museum Members Free.IMPORTANT PLANETARIUM SHOW GUIDELINES:Tickets are recommended to be reserved online, including for Museum Members. Availability is limited. All sales are final.Everyone attending the planetarium show needs a ticket.Children must be age 4 or older those 15 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Children must be supervised at all times.Phones must be silenced, and attendees should remain quiet during the show to help everyone enjoy the full experience.Please arrive at least 15 minutes early for check-in, as doors close at showtime and will not reopen—no late entry is permitted for visitor safety once the show begins.  10am | Sunday, May 10 | Urban Naturalist Hike in Roger Williams ParkJoin us for a walk around Roger Williams Park to learn more about the environment around us! We’ll search for signs of the different birds, mammals, plants and bugs in the city’s backyard. Binoculars are not required but encouraged for animal sightings. Walk meets at the Museum of Natural History and Planetarium. Recommended for ages 4 and older – families encouraged! Pets are strollers are not permitted. Cost: $3 per person/free for Museum Members.   Select Saturday, May 9 – Sunday, May 10 for World Migratory Days Online Ticketing

Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI 02907, USA, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, 02907, United States

Celebrate Mother's Day at the Museum of Natural History

Did you know this Mother’s Day, May 10, the Museum of Natural History is chirping with fun during World Migratory Bird Day? Celebrate with your favorite people—moms, grandmas, caregivers, and chosen family—at the Museum of Natural History in Roger Williams Park. On Moth......More

Did you know this Mother’s Day, May 10, the Museum of Natural History is chirping with fun during World Migratory Bird Day? Celebrate with your favorite people—moms, grandmas, caregivers, and chosen family—at the Museum of Natural History in Roger Williams Park. On Mother’s Day 2026, one guest receives free museum admission with the purchase of another museum admission when visiting. Offer valid Mother’s Day 2026 only and is for museum admission only, not including the planetarium.  Museum admission is $2 | Free for Museum Members and children under age 4. Planetarium show (includes Museum Admission) is $5 | Free for Museum Members. Children must be age 4 or older to attend the planetarium show. Select Sunday, May 10, for Mother’s Day Online Ticketing

Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI 02907, USA, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, 02907, United States

World Migratory Birds Days at the Museum of Natural History

The birds are back in town! Join the Museum of Natural History and Planetarium in Roger Williams Park to celebrate World Migratory Bird Day with a full weekend of fun, hands-on activities for all ages. Discover the incredible journeys of migratory birds and learn how yo......More

The birds are back in town! Join the Museum of Natural History and Planetarium in Roger Williams Park to celebrate World Migratory Bird Day with a full weekend of fun, hands-on activities for all ages. Discover the incredible journeys of migratory birds and learn how you can help protect them and their habitats. Museum admission is $2 | Free for Museum Members and children under age 4. Planetarium show (includes Museum Admission) is $5 | Free for Museum Members. Children must be age 4 or older to attend the planetarium show. Weekend Activities | Saturday, May 9– Sunday, May 1010am–4pm | Bird Family FunFollow the flock! Enjoy migratory bird–themed activities and hands-on experiences.Cost: Free with Museum admission.  2pm | Flight Adventures Fulldome Planetarium showDiscover the science of flight through the eyes of a young girl and her grandfather as they explore how birds, kites, planes and models fly. Learn about the history and future plans of flight and how NASA is discovering new and safer ways to travel with the help of future engineers and aviators – like YOU! The program is followed by a brief tour of the night sky using the planetarium’s Zeiss star projector. Audience: General (children must be age 4+)Cost: Planetarium show ticket (includes museum admission) is $5/ Museum Members Free.IMPORTANT PLANETARIUM SHOW GUIDELINES:Tickets are recommended to be reserved online, including for Museum Members. Availability is limited. All sales are final.Everyone attending the planetarium show needs a ticket.Children must be age 4 or older those 15 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Children must be supervised at all times.Phones must be silenced, and attendees should remain quiet during the show to help everyone enjoy the full experience.Please arrive at least 15 minutes early for check-in, as doors close at showtime and will not reopen—no late entry is permitted for visitor safety once the show begins.  10am | Sunday, May 10 | Urban Naturalist Hike in Roger Williams ParkJoin us for a walk around Roger Williams Park to learn more about the environment around us! We’ll search for signs of the different birds, mammals, plants and bugs in the city’s backyard. Binoculars are not required but encouraged for animal sightings. Walk meets at the Museum of Natural History and Planetarium. Recommended for ages 4 and older – families encouraged! Pets are strollers are not permitted. Cost: $3 per person/free for Museum Members.   Select Saturday, May 9 – Sunday, May 10 for World Migratory Days Online Ticketing

Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI 02907, USA, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, 02907, United States

Books & Banter Book Club

Books & Banter Book ClubSunday May 10, 11amJoin Books & Banter for a discussion on this month’s pick, Consider the Oyster by M.F.K. Fisher. This book explores the history, preparation, and enjoyment of oysters, blending culinary writing with personal anecdotes and philo......More

Books & Banter Book ClubSunday May 10, 11amJoin Books & Banter for a discussion on this month’s pick, Consider the Oyster by M.F.K. Fisher. This book explores the history, preparation, and enjoyment of oysters, blending culinary writing with personal anecdotes and philosophical musings on pleasure, resilience, and the human condition. Despite being written during a dark time in her life, Fisher writes with joy, wit, and optimism, focusing on finding pleasure in food. As a short, conversational, and highly readable work, it serves as an excellent introduction to food literature that can be finished in one sitting. Bring your thoughts and feelings on the book to share on Sunday, May 10. Don’t worry if you didn’t finish the book, you’re still welcome to join us for a lively discussion and plenty of banter! Free with admission to the Botanical CenterBooks & Banter is the official book club of the Roger Williams Park Botanical Center. Join us for a discussion of our monthly reading pick. All are welcome to join! 

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Downtown Design Review Committee meeting

1st floor conference room

444 Westminster St, Providence, RI, United States

Greenhouse Yoga with Molly

Greenhouse yoga is back!On Tuesday mornings from 9am-10am, bring your mat, block, and get ready to stretch.Molly C. Greene brings over fifteen years of practice and three years of teaching. Tending to the physical and energetic body with sequences inspired by Ayurveda a......More

Greenhouse yoga is back!On Tuesday mornings from 9am-10am, bring your mat, block, and get ready to stretch.Molly C. Greene brings over fifteen years of practice and three years of teaching. Tending to the physical and energetic body with sequences inspired by Ayurveda and the chakra system. Focusing on the fundamentals of asana, pranayama, and meditation. Encouraging connection, compassion, embodiment, and authenticity. Get Tickets Here

Roger Williams Park Botanical Center, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, 02905, United States

Zumba at The Gateway

Get ready to sweat, dance, and have a blast in Kiki’s high-energy Zumba class! Zumba combines Latin and international music with dance moves to create a dynamic and fun workout experience. This cardio-based class is designed for all fitness levels, featuring routines in......More

Get ready to sweat, dance, and have a blast in Kiki’s high-energy Zumba class! Zumba combines Latin and international music with dance moves to create a dynamic and fun workout experience. This cardio-based class is designed for all fitness levels, featuring routines inspired by salsa, reggaeton, merengue, and more, with easy-to-follow choreography that lets you feel the beat and burn calories. REGISTER: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B4CA5AB2DA0FBC07-51154702-zumba#/

Gateway Center at Roger Williams Park, 1197 Broad Street, Providence, RI, 02907, United States

Wee-One Wednesdays

Wednesdays 9-10 amWee-One Wednesdays is our weekly toddler program. Come with your little one to explore the greenhouses, sit for story time, engage in a craft activity, and more! Open to ages 2-4.  Tickets are available on our website: https://www.providenceri.gov/bota......More

Wednesdays 9-10 amWee-One Wednesdays is our weekly toddler program. Come with your little one to explore the greenhouses, sit for story time, engage in a craft activity, and more! Open to ages 2-4.  Tickets are available on our website: https://www.providenceri.gov/botanical/tickets/  Follow @RWPBotanicalCenter on Instagram and Facebook to stay up to date on special events!

Roger Williams Park Botanical Center, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, 02905, United States

Capital Center Commission meeting

1st floor conference room

444 Westminster St, Providence, RI, United States

Bachata/Merengue Dance

Learn the basics of two of the most popular Latin dance styles! This class is designed for dancers of all levels who want to experience the rhythm, energy, and joy of bachata and merengue. You’ll learn bachata’s signature hip movements and along with the upbeat, lively ......More

Learn the basics of two of the most popular Latin dance styles! This class is designed for dancers of all levels who want to experience the rhythm, energy, and joy of bachata and merengue. You’ll learn bachata’s signature hip movements and along with the upbeat, lively steps of merengue. REGISTER: email  [email protected]

Gateway Center at Roger Williams Park, 1197 Broad Street, Providence, RI, 02907, United States