Museum of Natural History and Planetarium
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 exhibitions and programming that provide ways for children and families to learn about our world and its people.
Call for information and pricing about private planetarium shows and museum tours.
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Events
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Museum Geology Rocks Weekend
Dates vary between January 18, 2025 - January 20, 2025Museum of Natural History and Planetarium
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Skulls from Near and Far
Dates vary between January 26, 2025 - January 27, 2025Museum of Natural History and Planetarium
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Outdoor Adventures Bird Walks
Dates vary between December 15, 2024 - March 2, 2025Museum of Natural History and Planetarium
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Discovery Tykes
Dates vary between December 6, 2024 - March 7, 2025Museum of Natural History and Planetarium
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Outdoor Adventures Plant Walks
Dates vary between December 14, 2024 - March 8, 2025Museum of Natural History and Planetarium
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Lifelong Learners Programs Birding in the Collections
Dates vary between February 9, 2025 - February 10, 2025Museum of Natural History and Planetarium
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Drawing Wild
Dates vary between December 5, 2024 - April 24, 2025Museum of Natural History and Planetarium
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All About Eggs
Dates vary between March 30, 2025 - March 31, 2025Museum of Natural History and Planetarium
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Additional Information
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General Info
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Heritage Designation
Access
- Complete wheelchair access
Discounts
- AAA
Parking
- Free Parking
- On Street Parking Available
Restrictions
- Alcohol prohibited
Federal Registry
- National Register
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