Looking for something fun to do on Long Island with the kids this summer? From free afternoon programs to hands-on crafts and summer camp for littles, have fun with us at the museum.
Join us for FREE programs on select Thursday evenings this summer—no registration required. Just come and join in on the fun!
Much Ado About Nothing performed by EastLine Theatre
June 25 @ 6:30 pm
Bring a picnic and celebrate the start of summer with a hilarious performance of Shakespeare’s witty romantic comedy about finding love despite all odds.
After years of war, an idyllic Italian town is finally back in bloom. But young lovers Claudio and Hero, and sparring singletons Beatrice and Benedick, soon discover that all is not as it seems in their beautiful surroundings as they become entangled in a series of mischievous games, pranks, and plots.
This performance will take place outdoors on the Carriage Museum lawn. In the event of rain, it will be moved indoors to the Gillespie Room.
Old-Timey Fun with Music, Games, & Crafts
July 23 @ 5:30 pm
Pack a picnic and step back in time with an evening of unplugged outdoor fun with live music by the Happy Clam Band, plus games and historical crafts.
Felicity: An American Girl Adventure Screening
August 13 @ 6:00 pm
This film follows Felicity Merriman, a spirited colonial-era girl in Williamsburg, Virginia, who learns lessons about courage, friendship, and loyalty during the years leading up to the American Revolution. Based on the American Girl children’s books by Valerie Tripp. Rated G.
Following the film, join us for an interesting discussion with Sheila C. Argueta about colonial-era fashion!
MIDDLE COUNTRY PUBLIC LIBRARY will bring samples of their American Girl Doll collection that is available for MCPL patrons to check out. MCPL will bring Felicity and other historically appropriate friends in the series.
BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS SCHOOL SUPPLY DRIVE Please help us give local kids a good start to the new school year by donating new school supplies. BBBS of Long Island will be on-site collecting supplies.
Space is limited; please register below.
Summer Thursdays are funded, in part, by
with public funding from Suffolk County
Pirates & Mermaids Family Fun Day
July 26 @ 1:00–4:00 pm
Ahoy and avast! Adventure Awaits at Summer Family Fun Day featuring Pirates and Mermaids.
Come dressed in costume for a day of fun, including a stage show by Timeless Tales Entertainment.
When a supernatural shipwreck grounds two rival pirate crews on shore, it’s a race against the clock to find the legendary buried treasure! Will you help the pirates discover the true treasures along the way? Swim on over to the LIM on Family Fun Day for a swashbuckling interactive stage show featuring silly pirates, a mermaid, and a whole lot of nautical nonsense!
Free for everyone! No registration is required.
Family Fun Days are funded, in part, with public funding from Suffolk County.
Food Drive with Agape Meals for Kids
Please bring a non-perishable food donation for Agape Meals for Kids, a local nonprofit providing food-insecure children with nutritious meals. Most needed items: macaroni and cheese, peanut butter and jelly, and canned pasta meals.
Summer Family Pop-Ups!
Join museum educators for a different spotlight gallery tour each date to spark your creative side. Then, participate in a hands-on activity or art project inspired by the exhibitions on view.
Children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver 18 years or older.
Pre-registration is requested for this program; walk-in attendees may be admitted if space permits.
Thursdays @ 3:00 – 4:30 p.m.
- Jul. 16 – Sculpture and Clay – Explore the sculptures on the museum grounds. Then, carve, shape, and create your own mini sculpture from clay in our art studio.
- Jul. 23- The ’70s and Vinyl Records – DiscoverLong Island in the ’70s, then head to the art studio to design your own record cover inspired by the decade.
- Jul. 30- A World Before Cars – Learn about the history of transportation and the exciting vehicles in our Carriage Museum to understand why they were built and how they worked. Then, we will create an activity inspired by the horse-drawn vehicles in our art studio.
- Aug. 6- Old Fashioned Fun – Visit the Nassakeag One Room Schoolhouse to discover what indoor and outdoor recess was like long ago. Then, make your own old-fashioned toy to play with at home!
- Aug. 13- Art in the Garden – Enjoy our beautiful garden and learn about some of the special herbs and flowers planted there. Then, come to the Studio for flower-inspired art projects.
REGISTRATION
$15 per child member
$20 per child non-member
Accompanying adults – free
Participants can also enjoy free admission to the museum.
Have questions?
Or would you like to be added to our mailing list? Contact us at educators@longislandmuseum.org or 631-751-0066 ext 212
Financial Assistance, in the form of partial scholarships, may be provided. Email educators@longislandmuseum.org or call for details.
Refund Policy
Funding provided, in part, by the New York State Council on the Arts
