SUMMER SATURDAY FAMILY PROGRAMS IN JULY & AUGUST 2024

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Included with museum admission except where noted for crafts.

July 13th | 11:00am and 1:00pm

SHORELINE SCAVENGER HUNT & SEINING

Explore the shore for crabs, snails, seashells & more! See our large seine (net) in action to discover sub-tidal (underwater) critters! Water shoes welcome. All ages welcome. All wildlife will be returned to its habitat!
11am - 4pm, every 1/2 hour
SAND-CASTING CRAFT:
Make an artistic keepsake of the shoreline!
$5.00 per participant

July 20th | 11:00am and 1:00pm

BUTTERFLY & INSECT STUDY
Join us as we explore our field and garden environments in search of a variety of insects, butterflies & more! Learn unique adaptations & why insects are so important to our ecosystem. Use bug catchers, magnifiers, nets, & field guides! All ages welcome. All wildlife will be returned to their habitat!
11am - 4pm, ongoing
FAIRY-GARDEN ROCK PAINTING: Make a beautiful keepsake for your garden! Included with museum admission.

July 27th | 11:00am and 1:00pm

ANCIENT ANIMALS & DARING DINOSAURS
Fascinating facts, fossils & replica fossils, claws, teeth & much more in our Dino Room with hands-on activities.
4 yrs. + recommended.
11am - 4pm, every 1/2 hour
FOSSIL NECKLACE CRAFT:
Create a "fossil" pendant using special clay!
$5.00 per participant

August 3rd | 10:00am - 4:00pm

GARVIES POINT MUSEUM DAY
Activities ongoing & scheduled throughout the day Fun-filled day with crafts, nature exploring, face-painting, and much more!
$10 per adult, $5 per child 5-12 years old.

August 10th | 11:00am and 2:00pm

POND DISCOVERY

With buckets, nets & magnifiers, join us as we dip into the world of the pond! Observe small animals & insects that live in the pond and learn about their interesting life cycles. Wear sneakers. All ages. All wildlife will be returned to their habitat.
11:00am - 4:00pm, ongoing
FROG LIFE CRAFT:
Learn the fascinating life cycle of frogs while crafting! Included with museum admission.

August 17th | 12:00pm and 2:00pm

GARVIES GEOLOGY BEACH WALK
Discover the unique natural formation of our rocky beach and nature preserve including cretaceous clays, concretions, fossils & much more! Sneakers recommended.

August 24th | 11:00am and 1:00pm

CAMP SKILLS & SURVIVAL 101
Learn basics of camping including useful tips for planned trips or survival situations. Ages 7+

QUESTIONS? DIRECTIONS?
Contact Veronica Natale (vnatale@nassaucountyny.gov)
or call Garvies Point Museum at 516-571-8010/11.

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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