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

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1000 Elmwood Ave
Providence, RI 02907 United States
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Phone (401) 680-7221
Website https://providenceri.gov/museum

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  • November 2026

  • Sat 14

    Planetarium Show at the Museum of Natural History

    November 14 @ 2:00 pm - 2:30 pm Planetarium Show at the Museum of Natural History
    Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI 02907, USA 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, United States
    Museum of Natural History and Planetarium

    Located in the Museum of Natural History in Roger Williams Park, the Planetarium is a dome theater with a Zeiss projector that casts images of stars, planets and constellations to simulate […]

  • Sun 15

    Planetarium Show at the Museum of Natural History

    November 15 @ 2:00 pm - 2:30 pm Planetarium Show at the Museum of Natural History
    Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI 02907, USA 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, United States
    Museum of Natural History and Planetarium

    Located in the Museum of Natural History in Roger Williams Park, the Planetarium is a dome theater with a Zeiss projector that casts images of stars, planets and constellations to simulate […]

  • Thu 19

    Concert Under the Stars at the Museum of Natural History and Planetarium

    November 19 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Concert Under the Stars at the Museum of Natural History and Planetarium
    Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI 02907, USA 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, United States
    Museum of Natural History and Planetarium

    Experience a fusion of live music and celestial wonder in the Cormack planetarium at the Museum of Natural History in Roger Williams Park. Inside the dome theatre, the stars shine above you in […]

  • Sat 21

    Roger Williams Park Bird Walk with the Museum of Natural History

    November 21 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Roger Williams Park Bird Walk with the Museum of Natural History
    Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI 02907, USA 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, United States
    Museum of Natural History and Planetarium

    Come enjoy the changing season with a bird walk through beautiful Roger Williams Park. We will search for fall migrants and year-round residents while learning about the birds, plants and other wildlife that call Rhode Island home. Whether you are new to birding or an experienced birder, everyone is welcome to join the walk. Please […]

  • Sat 21

    Planetarium Show at the Museum of Natural History

    November 21 @ 2:00 pm - 2:30 pm Planetarium Show at the Museum of Natural History
    Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI 02907, USA 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, United States
    Museum of Natural History and Planetarium

    Located in the Museum of Natural History in Roger Williams Park, the Planetarium is a dome theater with a Zeiss projector that casts images of stars, planets and constellations to simulate […]

  • Sun 22

    Planetarium Show at the Museum of Natural History

    November 22 @ 2:00 pm - 2:30 pm Planetarium Show at the Museum of Natural History
    Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI 02907, USA 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, United States
    Museum of Natural History and Planetarium

    Located in the Museum of Natural History in Roger Williams Park, the Planetarium is a dome theater with a Zeiss projector that casts images of stars, planets and constellations to simulate the night sky. Sit back and journey through space in a planetarium show! The Planetarium also has a ASH Warped Media fulldome projector that showcases […]

  • Tue 24

    Museum of Natural History Lifelong Learners: Museum-From Top to Bottom

    November 24 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am
    Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI 02907, USA 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, United States
    Museum of Natural History and Planetarium

    Museum: From Top to Bottom Tuesday, November 24, 10:00am-11:30am Explore behind the scenes at the Museum of Natural History in Roger Williams Park with docent Mike McGinity. Discover the Museum’s archives and collection storage vaults while learning more about its history and collections in this adult program. Please note: This program is designed for adults. […]

  • Sat 28

    Roger Williams Park Museum of Natural History Fam-tastic STEAM Weekend

    November 28 @ 10:00 am - November 29 @ 4:00 pm Roger Williams Park Museum of Natural History Fam-tastic STEAM Weekend
    Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI 02907, USA 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, United States
    Museum of Natural History and Planetarium

    Get ready to explore, experiment and create during STEAM Month at the Museum of Natural History and Planetarium in Roger Williams Park! Discover the fun of science, technology, engineering, art and math through hands-on activities and creative challenges for the whole family. Build, test, explore and see where curiosity takes you! Weekend Activities: 10am–4pm: STEAM […]

  • Sat 28

    Planetarium Show at the Museum of Natural History

    November 28 @ 2:00 pm - 2:30 pm Planetarium Show at the Museum of Natural History
    Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI 02907, USA 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, United States
    Museum of Natural History and Planetarium

    Located in the Museum of Natural History in Roger Williams Park, the Planetarium is a dome theater with a Zeiss projector that casts images of stars, planets and constellations to simulate the night sky. Sit back and journey through space in a planetarium show! The Planetarium also has a ASH Warped Media fulldome projector that showcases […]

  • Sun 29

    Roger Williams Park Museum of Natural History Fam-tastic STEAM Weekend

    November 29 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Roger Williams Park Museum of Natural History Fam-tastic STEAM Weekend
    Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI 02907, USA 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, United States
    Museum of Natural History and Planetarium

    Get ready to explore, experiment and create during STEAM Month at the Museum of Natural History and Planetarium in Roger Williams Park! Discover the fun of science, technology, engineering, art and math through hands-on activities and creative challenges for the whole family. Build, test, explore and see where curiosity takes you! Weekend Activities: 10am–4pm: STEAM […]

  • Sun 29

    Planetarium Show at the Museum of Natural History

    November 29 @ 2:00 pm - 2:30 pm Planetarium Show at the Museum of Natural History
    Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI 02907, USA 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, United States
    Museum of Natural History and Planetarium

    Located in the Museum of Natural History in Roger Williams Park, the Planetarium is a dome theater with a Zeiss projector that casts images of stars, planets and constellations to simulate the night sky. Sit back and journey through space in a planetarium show! The Planetarium also has a ASH Warped Media fulldome projector that showcases […]

  • December 2026

  • Fri 4

    Discovery Tykes at the Museum of Natural History

    December 4 @ 10:00 am - 10:30 am Discovery Tykes at the Museum of Natural History
    Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI 02907, USA 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, United States
    Museum of Natural History and Planetarium

    Friday, October 2, 10am: Perfect Pumpkins  Friday, November 6, 10am: Fabulous Fall  Friday, December 4, 10am: Warm Winter Clothes  Children, ages 2-4 with parent or caregiver, will investigate the world around them as they sing, dance and discover in this monthly series at the Museum of Natural History and Planetarium in Roger Williams Park. Takes place the first Friday […]

  • Sat 5

    Winter Wonderland at the Museum of Natural History

    December 5 @ 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
    Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI 02907, USA 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, United States
    Museum of Natural History and Planetarium

    Celebrate the season at the Museum of Natural History and Planetarium during Roger Williams Park's Winter Wonderland! Enjoy an afternoon of winter-inspired crafts, hands-on activities and discoveries throughout the Museum. Winter Wonderland at the Museum 10am-4pm: Winter Activities Explore the Museum with a special winter quest and enjoy festive activities for the whole family. Cost: […]

  • Sat 5

    Planetarium Show at the Museum of Natural History

    December 5 @ 2:00 pm - 2:30 pm Planetarium Show at the Museum of Natural History
    Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI 02907, USA 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, United States
    Museum of Natural History and Planetarium

    Located in the Museum of Natural History in Roger Williams Park, the Planetarium is a dome theater with a Zeiss projector that casts images of stars, planets and constellations to simulate the night sky. Sit back and journey through space in a planetarium show! The Planetarium also has a ASH Warped Media fulldome projector that showcases […]

  • Sun 6

    Roger Williams Park Urban Naturalist Hikes with the Museum of Natural History

    December 6 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Roger Williams Park Urban Naturalist Hikes with the Museum of Natural History
    Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI 02907, USA 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, United States
    Museum of Natural History and Planetarium

    Join 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 […]

  • Sun 6

    Planetarium Show at the Museum of Natural History

    December 6 @ 2:00 pm - 2:30 pm Planetarium Show at the Museum of Natural History
    Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI 02907, USA 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, United States
    Museum of Natural History and Planetarium

    Located in the Museum of Natural History in Roger Williams Park, the Planetarium is a dome theater with a Zeiss projector that casts images of stars, planets and constellations to simulate the night sky. Sit back and journey through space in a planetarium show! The Planetarium also has a ASH Warped Media fulldome projector that showcases […]

  • Mon 7

    Drawing Wild at the Museum of Natural History

    December 7 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Drawing Wild at the Museum of Natural History
    Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI 02907, USA 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, United States
    Museum of Natural History and Planetarium

    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 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 […]

  • Sat 12

    Planetarium Show at the Museum of Natural History

    December 12 @ 2:00 pm - 2:30 pm Planetarium Show at the Museum of Natural History
    Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI 02907, USA 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, United States
    Museum of Natural History and Planetarium

    Located in the Museum of Natural History in Roger Williams Park, the Planetarium is a dome theater with a Zeiss projector that casts images of stars, planets and constellations to simulate […]

  • Sun 13

    Planetarium Show at the Museum of Natural History

    December 13 @ 2:00 pm - 2:30 pm Planetarium Show at the Museum of Natural History
    Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI 02907, USA 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, United States
    Museum of Natural History and Planetarium

    Located in the Museum of Natural History in Roger Williams Park, the Planetarium is a dome theater with a Zeiss projector that casts images of stars, planets and constellations to simulate the night sky. Sit back and journey through space in a planetarium show! The Planetarium also has a ASH Warped Media fulldome projector that showcases […]

  • Sat 19

    Roger Williams Park Bird Walk with the Museum of Natural History

    December 19 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Roger Williams Park Bird Walk with the Museum of Natural History
    Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI 02907, USA 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, United States
    Museum of Natural History and Planetarium

    Come enjoy the changing season with a bird walk through beautiful Roger Williams Park. We will search for fall migrants and year-round residents while learning about the birds, plants and other wildlife that call Rhode Island home. Whether you are new to birding or an experienced birder, everyone is welcome to join the walk. Please […]

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