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Museums and Events Links

Cradle of Aviation
1 Davis Avenue Garden City, NY 11530
(516) 572-4012
For over a century, from the first flights by frail biplanes on the Hempstead Plains, to man’s walking on the Moon, Long Island has been on the leading edge of America’s aviation and space adventure.
www.cradleofaviation.org/

LICM - Long Island Children's Museum
11 Davis Avenue Garden City, NY 11530
(516) 224-5800
Visit the Long Island Children's Museum for great field trips, lots of fun, great activities for parents and teachers, fun for kids and students.
www.licm.org

Garvies Point Museum and Preserve
50 Barry Drive Glen Cove, NY 11542
(516) 571-8010
The Museum is a center for research on Long Island geology and a valued resource in the study of the Island's Native American archaeology. Reference collections of original archaeological artifacts and geological phenomena are maintained.
www.garviespointmuseum.com/

Theodore Roosevelt Sanctuary & Audubon Center | National
134 Cove Road
Oyster Bay, New York 11771
(516) 922-3200
The purpose of the Center is to connect people with nature while promoting a sense of environmental stewardship through natural science educational programs.
www.audubon.org/.../theodore-roosevelt-sanctuary-audubon-center

New York Hall of Science
47-01 111th Street New York, NY 11368
(718) 699-0005
NYSCI features the largest collection of hands-on science exhibits in New York City. Visitors of all ages can explore over 450 interactive exhibits.
www.nysci.org/

American Museum of Natural History
200 Central Park West New York, NY 10024
(212) 769-5100
Scientific research and education institution, with collections of more than 32 million specimens and artifacts.
www.amnh.org/

The Bronx Zoo – The Wildlife Conservation Society
2300 South Blvd Bronx, NY 10460
(718) 367-1010
You can plan programs and tours for classes or groups. They do have activities scheduled that in which children can participate.
http://www.bronxzoo.com/

**NY Aquarium
602 Surf Avenue New York, NY 11224
(718) 265-3474
The 14 are aquarium on Coney Island has wonderful exhibits, tours, and activities. Check for special events.
http://www.nyaquarium.com/
** The NY Aquarium was badly damaged during Hurricane Sandy. It is closed at this time and will hopefully reopen by the spring or summer. The animals have been well cared for and are safe.