All Aboard for the Holidays

All Aboard for the HolidaysNovember 28 through January 4Tuesday – Sunday, 10am to 4pmRWP Botanical CenterExperience the magic of festive holiday displays as hundreds of poinsettias transform this tropical destination in the heart of Roger Williams Park. Visit our three ......More

All Aboard for the HolidaysNovember 28 through January 4Tuesday – Sunday, 10am to 4pmRWP Botanical CenterExperience the magic of festive holiday displays as hundreds of poinsettias transform this tropical destination in the heart of Roger Williams Park. Visit our three interactive train exhibits, including a miniature City of Providence! On December 13th at 11am, join for a special concert by acapella groups from East End Theatre and Performing Arts.  

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

All Aboard for the Holidays

All Aboard for the HolidaysNovember 28 through January 4Tuesday – Sunday, 10am to 4pmRWP Botanical CenterExperience the magic of festive holiday displays as hundreds of poinsettias transform this tropical destination in the heart of Roger Williams Park. Visit our three ......More

All Aboard for the HolidaysNovember 28 through January 4Tuesday – Sunday, 10am to 4pmRWP Botanical CenterExperience the magic of festive holiday displays as hundreds of poinsettias transform this tropical destination in the heart of Roger Williams Park. Visit our three interactive train exhibits, including a miniature City of Providence! On December 13th at 11am, join for a special concert by acapella groups from East End Theatre and Performing Arts.  

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

Tai Chi Paradigm® Introduction - Beginner Level

Tai Chi Paradigm® Introduction – Beginner LevelThe Gateway Center at Roger Williams Park (Broad Street entrance)Fridays, 6:30-7:30 PM (fall/winter schedule)An active class that includes a fundamental training program with exercises and practice of integrated Tai Chi mov......More

Tai Chi Paradigm® Introduction – Beginner LevelThe Gateway Center at Roger Williams Park (Broad Street entrance)Fridays, 6:30-7:30 PM (fall/winter schedule)An active class that includes a fundamental training program with exercises and practice of integrated Tai Chi movements. Improve balance and coordination, develop stability and strength, and wind down from the busy week. Simple but effective in approach, and suitable for beginners. To register: Email [email protected] Instructor: Colleen Shea, Be Balanced Tai Chi and Qigong, LLC  

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

Yoga for Every Body with Mimi Budnick

Yoga for Every Body with Mimi BudnickSaturdays 9:00 – 10:00At the RWP Gateway CenterRegister ahead & Bring your own Mat Register HERE, Registration RequiredThese accessible yoga classes are good for beginners and long-time practitioners alike! Mimi will offer a well-rou......More

Yoga for Every Body with Mimi BudnickSaturdays 9:00 – 10:00At the RWP Gateway CenterRegister ahead & Bring your own Mat Register HERE, Registration RequiredThese accessible yoga classes are good for beginners and long-time practitioners alike! Mimi will offer a well-rounded practive 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. Must register ahead  Participants may check in at the Roger Williams Park Gateway center front desk starting at 8:45AM or register in advance online. Yoga mats not provided – please bring your own mat.

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

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

Free Soil Testing at RWP Botanical Center

Free Soil Testing at RWP Botanical CenterFirst Saturdays, 10 AM – 1 PMRoger Williams Park Botanical CenterURI Master Gardeners are back! Every* first Saturday, the Roger Williams Park Botanical Center is hosting soil testing courtesy of URI’s master Gardener volunteer p......More

Free Soil Testing at RWP Botanical CenterFirst Saturdays, 10 AM – 1 PMRoger Williams Park Botanical CenterURI Master Gardeners are back! Every* first Saturday, the Roger Williams Park Botanical Center is hosting soil testing courtesy of URI’s master Gardener volunteer program. Bring soil samples for helpful pH testing and learn more about how you can improve your garden’s soil health. URI’s Master Gardeners have a breadth of gardening knowledge. Bring your plant questions to these plant experts and make the most out of the new growing seasons. Soil testing for pH helps: Determine which types of nutrients are available for plants to absorb through their root systems.Ensure optimal plant growth and crop yield by allowing nutrients to be freely available.Encourage proper root development and nutrition distribution.Maintain a healthy amount of microbial activity in the soil.

Roger Williams Park Botanical Center

All Aboard for the Holidays

All Aboard for the HolidaysNovember 28 through January 4Tuesday – Sunday, 10am to 4pmRWP Botanical CenterExperience the magic of festive holiday displays as hundreds of poinsettias transform this tropical destination in the heart of Roger Williams Park. Visit our three ......More

All Aboard for the HolidaysNovember 28 through January 4Tuesday – Sunday, 10am to 4pmRWP Botanical CenterExperience the magic of festive holiday displays as hundreds of poinsettias transform this tropical destination in the heart of Roger Williams Park. Visit our three interactive train exhibits, including a miniature City of Providence! On December 13th at 11am, join for a special concert by acapella groups from East End Theatre and Performing Arts.  

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

Storytime in the Garden with Chris

Storytime in the Garden with Chris1st & 3rd Saturdays, 11:00 AM Join Chris at the Roger Williams Park Botanical Center for a special storytime. Chris will be leading a storytime every 1st and 3rd Saturday! The reading will be followed by a fun and interactive activity i......More

Storytime in the Garden with Chris1st & 3rd Saturdays, 11:00 AM Join Chris at the Roger Williams Park Botanical Center for a special storytime. Chris will be leading a storytime every 1st and 3rd Saturday! The reading will be followed by a fun and interactive activity in our Little Sprouts Play Area. Storytime is free to attend with general admission. Materials for the craft activity will be provided.  

Roger Williams Park Botanical Center

Moon Hikes

Moon HikesThursday, December 4, 6-7 PMSaturday, January 3, 6-7 PMWalks begin at the Museum of Natural History in Roger Williams ParkExplore the moonlit trails in Roger Williams Park during this FREE hike. Learn about the night sky and history of the park. Please no pets......More

Moon HikesThursday, December 4, 6-7 PMSaturday, January 3, 6-7 PMWalks begin at the Museum of Natural History in Roger Williams ParkExplore the moonlit trails in Roger Williams Park during this FREE hike. Learn about the night sky and history of the park. Please no pets or strollers. Walks meets at the Museum of Natural History and Planetarium. Pre-registration not required.

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

All Aboard for the Holidays

All Aboard for the HolidaysNovember 28 through January 4Tuesday – Sunday, 10am to 4pmRWP Botanical CenterExperience the magic of festive holiday displays as hundreds of poinsettias transform this tropical destination in the heart of Roger Williams Park. Visit our three ......More

All Aboard for the HolidaysNovember 28 through January 4Tuesday – Sunday, 10am to 4pmRWP Botanical CenterExperience the magic of festive holiday displays as hundreds of poinsettias transform this tropical destination in the heart of Roger Williams Park. Visit our three interactive train exhibits, including a miniature City of Providence! On December 13th at 11am, join for a special concert by acapella groups from East End Theatre and Performing Arts.  

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

RWP Botanical Center Closed Mondays

Roger Williams Park Botanical Center

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

Greenhouse Impressionism (Session Begins)

Greenhouse ImpressionismRoger Williams Park Botanical CenterFall & Winter Sessions Available by RegistrationThe Botanical Center’s weekly art class series returns for the fall and winter! Spend your Fridays with Jeneanne Lunn, local artist and a master in color. NOTE: T......More

Greenhouse ImpressionismRoger Williams Park Botanical CenterFall & Winter Sessions Available by RegistrationThe Botanical Center’s weekly art class series returns for the fall and winter! Spend your Fridays with Jeneanne Lunn, local artist and a master in color. NOTE: This event is part of a series registration for the entire session (see below) is required. Tickets are now available for three sessions: Fall 1: September 5-October 3 (5 weeks)Fall 2: October 10-November 21 *No class on October 31 (6 weeks)Winter: January 9-February 13 (6 weeks)

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

Tai Chi Paradigm® Introduction - Beginner Level

Tai Chi Paradigm® Introduction – Beginner LevelThe Gateway Center at Roger Williams Park (Broad Street entrance)Fridays, 6:30-7:30 PM (fall/winter schedule)An active class that includes a fundamental training program with exercises and practice of integrated Tai Chi mov......More

Tai Chi Paradigm® Introduction – Beginner LevelThe Gateway Center at Roger Williams Park (Broad Street entrance)Fridays, 6:30-7:30 PM (fall/winter schedule)An active class that includes a fundamental training program with exercises and practice of integrated Tai Chi movements. Improve balance and coordination, develop stability and strength, and wind down from the busy week. Simple but effective in approach, and suitable for beginners. To register: Email [email protected] Instructor: Colleen Shea, Be Balanced Tai Chi and Qigong, LLC  

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

Yoga for Every Body with Mimi Budnick

Yoga for Every Body with Mimi BudnickSaturdays 9:00 – 10:00At the RWP Gateway CenterRegister ahead & Bring your own Mat Register HERE, Registration RequiredThese accessible yoga classes are good for beginners and long-time practitioners alike! Mimi will offer a well-rou......More

Yoga for Every Body with Mimi BudnickSaturdays 9:00 – 10:00At the RWP Gateway CenterRegister ahead & Bring your own Mat Register HERE, Registration RequiredThese accessible yoga classes are good for beginners and long-time practitioners alike! Mimi will offer a well-rounded practive 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. Must register ahead  Participants may check in at the Roger Williams Park Gateway center front desk starting at 8:45AM or register in advance online. Yoga mats not provided – please bring your own mat.

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

Walk With A Doc

Walk With A DocSaturdays once a monthMeet at the Boathouse at 10:00amSee and sign up on their website HERE and email to register for the these and other free walks [email protected] Connecting with your community is a walk in the park with Walk With A Doc. Join ......More

Walk With A DocSaturdays once a monthMeet at the Boathouse at 10:00amSee and sign up on their website HERE and email to register for the these and other free walks [email protected] Connecting with your community is a walk in the park with Walk With A Doc. Join the Providence Parks Department, Lifespan, and the Roger Williams Park Conservancy for this fun, informal walk led by medical experts to discuss timely health topics. See you there!

Clark Dalrymple Boathouse in Roger Williams Park, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, 02907, United States

RWP Botanical Center Closed Mondays

Roger Williams Park Botanical Center