Queens County Farm Museum's history dates back to 1697; it occupies New York City's largest remaining tract of undisturbed farmland. The farm encompasses a 47-acre parcel that is the longest continuously farmed site in New York State. The site includes historic farm buildings, a greenhouse...
Socrates Sculpture Park was once an abandoned landfill; in the 1980s, it was turned into an open studio and exhibition space for artists, as well as a neighborhood park. It is now an internationally renowned outdoor museum and park offering a host of free family...
There is outdoor fun aplenty with NYC Parks - with more than 1,700 parks, playgrounds and recreation facilities across the five boroughs. There are daily activities for families, after-school programs, along with camps and explorer programs. Have fun in the parks all year round. For a calendar...
The High Line is a public park built on a historic freight rail line elevated above the streets on Manhattan’s West Side. It runs from Gansevoort Street in the Meatpacking District to West 34th Street, between 10th and 12th Avenues. Bring your kids! We love to see...
Scandinavia House The Nordic Center in America, the leading center for Nordic culture in the United States, offers a wide range of programs that illuminate the culture and vitality of Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, and Sweden. Scandinavia House offerings include diverse exhibitions and film series,...
With so many library buildings throughout NYC, and so many family friendly events happening on a daily basis, we really are spoiled for choice as to what to do, and which building to visit. For a calendar list of the daily happenings, please visit their website. All NYPL...
Image Credit: Wave Hill Honey Weekend - Erica Berger The end of summer is fast approaching so best to make the most of it. Below are some family friendly options for NYC families this weekend - August 17 & 18, 2019. August 17 & 18 HONEY WEEKEND AT...
August 17, 2019 Everyone has the hidden talent of sand sculpting and every year, hundreds descend down in Coney Island to create these beautiful works of art using our natural elements at the beach! Time: 12pm Location: Coney Island Beach, Brooklyn Cost: Free READ MORE >> Image Source: Alliance for Coney Island...
Every Sunday Drop-in Art Making Workshop Sundays 1pm-4pm Ages 3 and older with accompanying adults Sundays are for families! Bring your family to the Rubin Museum for a Sunday afternoon of activities both kids and grownups will enjoy. Time: 1pm - 4pm Location: The Rubin Museum of Art, 150 West 17th...
On from now until November 3, 2019 Plan your visit to the biggest, most realistic Dinosaur Safari ride in America. Travel back in time on our guided tour to learn about dinos of the past and animals of the present. We'll help you spot the connections...