Spring Break 2024

DOWNLOAD AND PRINT FLYER

All programs and crafts are included with museum admission unless otherwise noted.

Crafts are offered every half hour. Sign up at the door. First come first serve basis.
Don't forget to visit the museum's gift shop full of souvenirs, toys, fossils, rocks & minerals, and books for all ages. Further support the museum and join the Friends of Garvies Point Museum and Preserve! Membership information is available at The Friends Page and at the museum front desk.

Saturday, April 20th

11:00am - 2:00pm, ongoing
EARTH DAY TERRARIUM WORKSHOP

All materials are included to make an enclosed ecosystem. $10 per participant, $8 per friends member. All ages are welcome!
SEASHORE LIFE
12:00pm and 2:00pm
Explore the intertidal zone for crabs, snails, clams and more!
10am-3:30pm, every 1/2 hour
FILM: All About Animals

Tuesday, April 23rd

11:00am, 1:00pm, 3:00pm
EXTREME EROSION
Witness the power of moving water at our stream erosion table, followed by a short preserve walk to see incredible erosional features!
10am-4:00pm, ongoing
CRAFT: MOSIAC SAND-ART

10am-3:30pm, every 1/2 hour
FILM: All About Amphibians

Wednesday, April 24th

11:00am, 1:00pm, 3:00pm
BIRDWATCHING FOR KIDS
Did you know that birds are considered living dinosaurs? Learn birdwatching basics and use binoculars and field guides to discover beautiful birds in their natural habitats.
10am-4:00pm, ongoing
CRAFT: UPCYCLED BIRD HOUSE

10am-3:30pm, every 1/2 hour
FILM: All About Birds

Thursday, April 25th

11:00am, 1:00pm, 3:00pm
POND DISCOVERY
Get an up-close and in-depth look at pond critters using nets, scoopers and magnifiers!
10am-4:00pm, ongoing
CRAFT: FUNKY FROG

10am-3:30pm, every 1/2 hour
FILM: All About Food Chains

Friday, April 26th

11:00am, 1:00pm, 3:00pm
NATURE SCAVENGER HUNT

Connect with nature as we search for signs of spring!
10am-4:00pm, ongoing
CRAFT: ANIMAL PUPPET

10am-3:30pm, every 1/2 hour
FILM: Bill Nye, The Science Guy: Erosion

Saturday, April 27th

11:00am and 2:00pm
CAMP SKILLS AND SURVIVAL
Learn basics of camping, mini shelter building and campfire safety.
10am-3:30pm, every 1/2 hour
FILM: All About Forest Ecosystems
11am - 2:00pm
VOLUNTEER EVENT: INVASIVE PLANT PULL
Help with removal of non-native invasive plants from our preserve. Look for Garlic Mustard, a plant that competes with native wildflowers and decreases biodiversity. Learn proper disposal techniques and the importance of planting native! Light refreshments will be served to all volunteers. This will be a great opportunity for scouts and community service.

General Admissions

Please note these prices have changed:
Adults: $5.00; Children 5-12 years: $3.00
Days and Hours of Operation:
Tuesday to Saturday, 10am-4pm
School groups by appointment Tues-Fri
Closed Sundays and Mondays and Holidays


Gift Shop

Visit our museum store for a broad range of souvenirs, crafts, Native American objects and other educational items.



NO DOGS. NO COLLECTING.
Picnic area near museum. Free Parking.
Visit the Garvie Family cemetery.




Nassau County Department of Parks, Recreation & Museums
NASSAU COUNTY EXECUTIVE, BRUCE A. BLAKEMAN
PARKS COMMISSIONER, DARCY A. BELYEA

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