Free First Saturdays In The Park

Come and visit your favorite attractions. The RWP Zoo, the Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, and The RWP Botanical Center offer free admission to all city of Providence residents, every first Saturday! Bring your proof of residency and enjoy!!    

Roger Williams Park, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, 02907, United States

Planetarium Shows

Planetarium ShowsSky Views Planetarium Show: Saturdays and Sundays at 2pm | Daily at 1pm starting on Monday, June 29Journey to the Stars Planetarium Show: Saturdays and Sundays at 1pm starting July 5RWP Museum of Natural History and PlanetariumAudience: General (childre......More

Planetarium ShowsSky Views Planetarium Show: Saturdays and Sundays at 2pm | Daily at 1pm starting on Monday, June 29Journey to the Stars Planetarium Show: Saturdays and Sundays at 1pm starting July 5RWP Museum of Natural History and PlanetariumAudience: General (children must be age 4+)Cost: $5 (includes Museum admission) | Museum Members: Free | Free first Saturday for Providence residents with proof of residency. Providence residents can reserve planetarium show tickets in person. Tickets are subject to availability at the time of reservation. Please note: Groups of 15 or more must call in advance to schedule a private planetarium show, as large groups cannot be accommodated during public showtimes. Private planetarium shows are subject to availability. Private Planetarium shows ($150 up to 25 people, each additional $6 per person) and school field trip programs are available.  Contact the Museum’s Education Department at 401-680-7223 to arrange your visit. 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 younger 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. PLEASE NOTE: For Museum Member reservations, you must be a CURRENT Museum Member, does not include RWP Zoo Members. If you are not a current Museum Member, all planetarium show tickets and admissions will be CANCELLED.

Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, 02905, United States

Roger Williams Park Urban Naturalist Hikes

Roger Williams Park Urban Naturalist HikesSunday, October 4, 10-11amSunday, November 8, 10-11amSunday, December 6, 10-11amMuseum of Natural History and PlanetariumJoin us for a walk around Roger Williams Park to learn more about the environment around us! We will search......More

Roger Williams Park Urban Naturalist HikesSunday, October 4, 10-11amSunday, November 8, 10-11amSunday, December 6, 10-11amMuseum of Natural History and PlanetariumJoin us for a walk around Roger Williams Park to learn more about the environment around us! We will 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 and strollers are not permitted.Program fee per session: $3 per person/free for Museum Members. Pre-registration preferred. 

Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, 02905, United States

Advanced Xtreme Fitness Class

Advanced Xtreme Fitness ClassAdvanced Classes: Sundays at 11 AM and Wednesdays at 7 PMRWP Gateway CenterFree classes twice a week at the Gateway Center! Reach out to [email protected] for more information.

RWP Gateway Center, 1197 Broad St., providence, RI, 02907

Planetarium Shows

Planetarium ShowsSky Views Planetarium Show: Saturdays and Sundays at 2pm | Daily at 1pm starting on Monday, June 29Journey to the Stars Planetarium Show: Saturdays and Sundays at 1pm starting July 5RWP Museum of Natural History and PlanetariumAudience: General (childre......More

Planetarium ShowsSky Views Planetarium Show: Saturdays and Sundays at 2pm | Daily at 1pm starting on Monday, June 29Journey to the Stars Planetarium Show: Saturdays and Sundays at 1pm starting July 5RWP Museum of Natural History and PlanetariumAudience: General (children must be age 4+)Cost: $5 (includes Museum admission) | Museum Members: Free | Free first Saturday for Providence residents with proof of residency. Providence residents can reserve planetarium show tickets in person. Tickets are subject to availability at the time of reservation. Please note: Groups of 15 or more must call in advance to schedule a private planetarium show, as large groups cannot be accommodated during public showtimes. Private planetarium shows are subject to availability. Private Planetarium shows ($150 up to 25 people, each additional $6 per person) and school field trip programs are available.  Contact the Museum’s Education Department at 401-680-7223 to arrange your visit. 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 younger 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. PLEASE NOTE: For Museum Member reservations, you must be a CURRENT Museum Member, does not include RWP Zoo Members. If you are not a current Museum Member, all planetarium show tickets and admissions will be CANCELLED.

Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, 02905, United States

RWP Botanical Center Closed Mondays

Roger Williams Park Botanical Center

Planetarium Shows

Planetarium ShowsSky Views Planetarium Show: Saturdays and Sundays at 2pm | Daily at 1pm starting on Monday, June 29Journey to the Stars Planetarium Show: Saturdays and Sundays at 1pm starting July 5RWP Museum of Natural History and PlanetariumAudience: General (childre......More

Planetarium ShowsSky Views Planetarium Show: Saturdays and Sundays at 2pm | Daily at 1pm starting on Monday, June 29Journey to the Stars Planetarium Show: Saturdays and Sundays at 1pm starting July 5RWP Museum of Natural History and PlanetariumAudience: General (children must be age 4+)Cost: $5 (includes Museum admission) | Museum Members: Free | Free first Saturday for Providence residents with proof of residency. Providence residents can reserve planetarium show tickets in person. Tickets are subject to availability at the time of reservation. Please note: Groups of 15 or more must call in advance to schedule a private planetarium show, as large groups cannot be accommodated during public showtimes. Private planetarium shows are subject to availability. Private Planetarium shows ($150 up to 25 people, each additional $6 per person) and school field trip programs are available.  Contact the Museum’s Education Department at 401-680-7223 to arrange your visit. 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 younger 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. PLEASE NOTE: For Museum Member reservations, you must be a CURRENT Museum Member, does not include RWP Zoo Members. If you are not a current Museum Member, all planetarium show tickets and admissions will be CANCELLED.

Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, 02905, United States

Drawing Wild-From the Collection

Drawing Wild-From the CollectionMonday, September 14, 1:00pm-4:00pm Monday, October 5, 1:00pm-4:00pm Monday, November 9, 1:00pm-4:00pmMonday, December 7,  1:00pm-4:00pmRWP Museum of Natural History and PlanetariumYou will have the opportunity to discover, or rediscover,......More

Drawing Wild-From the CollectionMonday, September 14, 1:00pm-4:00pm Monday, October 5, 1:00pm-4:00pm Monday, November 9, 1:00pm-4:00pmMonday, December 7,  1:00pm-4:00pmRWP Museum of Natural History and PlanetariumYou 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 staff will also select some special “guests” from the museum vaults to display. During the program, the instructor will circulate for those who wish feedback, and at the end of the session, attendees will gather to view and discuss each other’s work. Please note: Museum is closed to the public during this program. Program fee: $35 per adult/ $30 for museum members. Pre-registration required.   Permitted Materials: You may bring the medium of your choice — charcoal pencils, graphite, colored pencils, pastels, or watercolor (please, no oils or acrylics).  All skill levels are welcome to participate, high school age and older. Capacity is limited, so sign up early to guarantee your spot. INSTRUCTOR:KATHY HODGE: Kathy Hodge attended RISD and has a BFA in painting from Swain School of Design. She has been working in oils and charcoal for over 30 years, has exhibited widely and was awarded the 2017 Fellowship in Painting from the Rhode Island State Council on the Arts. Kathy has long taken inspiration from the natural world in her landscape paintings and was appointed Artist in Residence in thirteen of our National Parks and Forests. She first discovered the museum collections when taking a museum class and she is very excited to be able to offer this opportunity to draw from the collections.

Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, 02905, United States

Planetarium Shows

Planetarium ShowsSky Views Planetarium Show: Saturdays and Sundays at 2pm | Daily at 1pm starting on Monday, June 29Journey to the Stars Planetarium Show: Saturdays and Sundays at 1pm starting July 5RWP Museum of Natural History and PlanetariumAudience: General (childre......More

Planetarium ShowsSky Views Planetarium Show: Saturdays and Sundays at 2pm | Daily at 1pm starting on Monday, June 29Journey to the Stars Planetarium Show: Saturdays and Sundays at 1pm starting July 5RWP Museum of Natural History and PlanetariumAudience: General (children must be age 4+)Cost: $5 (includes Museum admission) | Museum Members: Free | Free first Saturday for Providence residents with proof of residency. Providence residents can reserve planetarium show tickets in person. Tickets are subject to availability at the time of reservation. Please note: Groups of 15 or more must call in advance to schedule a private planetarium show, as large groups cannot be accommodated during public showtimes. Private planetarium shows are subject to availability. Private Planetarium shows ($150 up to 25 people, each additional $6 per person) and school field trip programs are available.  Contact the Museum’s Education Department at 401-680-7223 to arrange your visit. 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 younger 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. PLEASE NOTE: For Museum Member reservations, you must be a CURRENT Museum Member, does not include RWP Zoo Members. If you are not a current Museum Member, all planetarium show tickets and admissions will be CANCELLED.

Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, 02905, United States

Wee-One Wednesdays at RWP Botanical Center! 

Wee-One Wednesdays at RWPBC! Register HEREWednesday mornings 9:00am-10:00am, check-in begins at 8:45am. Bring your preschooler, ages 2-4, to the Botanical Center to explore and enjoy an hour of family fun and crafts.   Enjoy nature themed activities: walks, stories, and......More

Wee-One Wednesdays at RWPBC! Register HEREWednesday mornings 9:00am-10:00am, check-in begins at 8:45am. Bring your preschooler, ages 2-4, to the Botanical Center to explore and enjoy an hour of family fun and crafts.   Enjoy nature themed activities: walks, stories, and crafts.  Explore the greenhouses and gardens with your little ones. Wear? Comfortable clothes and shoes, sunscreen, and bug spray. Bring? Water, snacks, and a lunch if you want to stay to play on the grounds.   Restrooms available. Limited space per class. To purchase tickets, visit www.providenceri.gov/botanical-center, click [Purchase Tickets] button, and select date of visit to start registration/ticket transaction.  Share photos of your experience using hashtags: #RWPBC #RWPBotanicalCenter #PVDParks   Visit the FB Event Page:  Visit the RWPBC FB Page: www.facebook.com/rwpbotanicalcenter     

Botanical Center, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, 02907, United States

Planetarium Shows

Planetarium ShowsSky Views Planetarium Show: Saturdays and Sundays at 2pm | Daily at 1pm starting on Monday, June 29Journey to the Stars Planetarium Show: Saturdays and Sundays at 1pm starting July 5RWP Museum of Natural History and PlanetariumAudience: General (childre......More

Planetarium ShowsSky Views Planetarium Show: Saturdays and Sundays at 2pm | Daily at 1pm starting on Monday, June 29Journey to the Stars Planetarium Show: Saturdays and Sundays at 1pm starting July 5RWP Museum of Natural History and PlanetariumAudience: General (children must be age 4+)Cost: $5 (includes Museum admission) | Museum Members: Free | Free first Saturday for Providence residents with proof of residency. Providence residents can reserve planetarium show tickets in person. Tickets are subject to availability at the time of reservation. Please note: Groups of 15 or more must call in advance to schedule a private planetarium show, as large groups cannot be accommodated during public showtimes. Private planetarium shows are subject to availability. Private Planetarium shows ($150 up to 25 people, each additional $6 per person) and school field trip programs are available.  Contact the Museum’s Education Department at 401-680-7223 to arrange your visit. 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 younger 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. PLEASE NOTE: For Museum Member reservations, you must be a CURRENT Museum Member, does not include RWP Zoo Members. If you are not a current Museum Member, all planetarium show tickets and admissions will be CANCELLED.

Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, 02905, United States

Planetarium Shows

Planetarium ShowsSky Views Planetarium Show: Saturdays and Sundays at 2pm | Daily at 1pm starting on Monday, June 29Journey to the Stars Planetarium Show: Saturdays and Sundays at 1pm starting July 5RWP Museum of Natural History and PlanetariumAudience: General (childre......More

Planetarium ShowsSky Views Planetarium Show: Saturdays and Sundays at 2pm | Daily at 1pm starting on Monday, June 29Journey to the Stars Planetarium Show: Saturdays and Sundays at 1pm starting July 5RWP Museum of Natural History and PlanetariumAudience: General (children must be age 4+)Cost: $5 (includes Museum admission) | Museum Members: Free | Free first Saturday for Providence residents with proof of residency. Providence residents can reserve planetarium show tickets in person. Tickets are subject to availability at the time of reservation. Please note: Groups of 15 or more must call in advance to schedule a private planetarium show, as large groups cannot be accommodated during public showtimes. Private planetarium shows are subject to availability. Private Planetarium shows ($150 up to 25 people, each additional $6 per person) and school field trip programs are available.  Contact the Museum’s Education Department at 401-680-7223 to arrange your visit. 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 younger 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. PLEASE NOTE: For Museum Member reservations, you must be a CURRENT Museum Member, does not include RWP Zoo Members. If you are not a current Museum Member, all planetarium show tickets and admissions will be CANCELLED.

Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, 02905, United States