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Events for Adults, Families & Kids

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New! REcordings for Members

Missed one of our recent lectures? We have you covered! Enjoy our recorded videos as a benefit of your membership.

(Psst - you'll need the site password, which was emailed to you, to access the page. Any trouble, please email us!)

April EVENTS

Ocean Blooms
Fri, April 2 at 11am (Virtual - For Kids)

Did you know that an overgrown algae colony is called an “ocean bloom?” Learn about this phenomena and why they may threaten marine life. Decorate a bloom-inspired “tie dyed” suncatcher. You’ll Need: a coffee filter or paper towel, washable markers, water, a paintbrush and a workspace where you can get messy! ​​Free to Register  I  $10 Suggested Donation Appreciated. Register Here

Self Serve Crafts
Weekends (At Museum - For Kids)

Every weekend, enjoy spring-inspired self-serve crafts in the museum workshop 12-4pm. Free with admission!
Trivia Night
Thurs, April 8 at 7pm (Virtual - Primarily For Adults)
Test yourself in art, literature, science, geography, and history. Winner gets a $25 gift certificate to Crave Bakery in Huntington Village! Questions in this session will be geared for Adults. Generously sponsored by Crave Cafe & Bakery. ​Free to Play  I  $10 Suggested Donation Appreciated Register Here
Keep an eye on our social media posts for trivia hints! Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. 
Trivia 4 Kids
Tues, April 6 at 4:30 pm (Virtual - For Kids)

Geared for Grades 2-5.  Enjoy a wide range of questions to show off your knowledge skills in a fun, friendly, virtual competition. Winner earns museum tickets! ​​Free to Play  I  $10 Suggested Donation Appreciated. Register Here

MaY events

Trivia 4 Kids
Tues, May 4 at 4:30pm (Virtual - For Kids)

Geared for Grades 2-5.  Enjoy a wide range of questions to show off your knowledge skills in a fun, friendly, virtual competition. Winner earns museum tickets! ​​Free to Play  I  $10 Suggested Donation Appreciated. Register Here
Self Serve Crafts
Weekends (At Museum - For Kids)

Every weekend, enjoy spring-inspired self-serve crafts in the museum workshop 12-4pm. Free with admission!
Happy Mothers Day
Sun, May 9 from 12-4pm

Mothers enjoy free admission this Mother’s Day with the purchase of a regularly-priced child ticket.  Bring Mom to the museum to enjoy self-serve crafts in our workshop and explore our new exhibit, Shinnecock Artists and Long Island’s First Whalers.  Register Here
Outdoor Antique Sale
Sun, May 23 from 12-4pm

Free to browse through and shop unique antique offerings from 10 different vendors from across Long Island. Today, pay-as-you-wish to the museum and explore our new exhibit, Shinnecock Artists and Long Island’s First Whalers. (Masks required) Register Here
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Trivia Night
Thurs, May 6 at 7pm (Virtual - Primarily For Adults)
Test yourself in the art, literature, science, geography, and history of All things May Flowers in this spring-themed event. Winner gets a $25 gift certificate for a bouquet or plant! Questions in this session will be geared for Adults. Free to Play  I  $10 Suggested Donation Appreciated
Register Here

Keep an eye on our social media posts for trivia hints! Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. ​
The Wonderful World of Horseshoe Crabs
Thurs, May 20 at 7pm
What has 10 eyes, legs that chew, blood that saves your life, and is 445 million years old? Hear from Dr. John Tanacredi, "The Horseshoe Crab Whisperer" and world authority on the Horseshoe Crab, about recent studies from 115 beaches on Long Island. Free  I  $10 Suggested Donation Appreciated. Register Here
Historic Walking Tours
Sun, May 23

2pm: Historic Cold Spring Harbor- Travel back in time to the Whaling Era as you stroll down Cold Spring Harbor’s Historic Main Street in this educator-led walking tour.  Explore the lives and admire the homes of local whaling families and learn about the businesses that helped support a 19th-Century coastal village.
4pm: Real Housewives of Cold Spring Harbor-  Discover little-known stories of Cold Spring Harbor’s female residents.  Learn about whaling wives who helped keep the town afloat while their husbands were out at sea, then delve into local stories of Rosalie Gardiner Jones and other suffragists to discover some of the fascinating moments that helped change history.
Both tours $12 adult, $8 child; MEMBERS $10 adult, $6 child. Space is limited; register here

June EVENTS

Inside the Mind of a Whale
Thurs, June 3 at 7pm

Whales rank among the most intelligent species on the planet.  Marvel at the depth and complexity that sets whale behavior apart from other species, including sophisticated memory skills, advanced societal structures, and unique dialects. Find out what researchers have uncovered about whales’ thinking and their amazing behaviors in the wild – including tool use! ​Free  I  $10 Suggested Donation Appreciated. Register Here​
Self Serve Crafts
Weekends (At Museum - For Kids)

Every weekend, enjoy spring-inspired self-serve crafts in the museum workshop 12-4pm. Free with admission!
Summer Solstice Workshop- IN PERSON
Sat, June 19 at 1pm and 2pm
Celebrate the summer solstice, the day which has the most sunlight of the year! Learn about the sunlight zone in the sea and the unique creatures that live there. Create a colorful summer lantern to hang up at home. 
$12 participant, $6 accompanying adult
MEMBERS: $5 participant, $1 accompanying adult
Register Here. Space is limited in each session. Masks must be worn at all times and social distancing protocols followed.
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Trivia 4 Kids
Tues, June 8 at 4:30 pm (Virtual - For Kids)

Geared for Grades 2-5.  Enjoy a wide range of questions to show off your knowledge skills in a fun, friendly, virtual competition. Winner earns museum tickets! ​​Free to Play  I  $10 Suggested Donation Appreciated. Register Here
Trivia Night
Thurs, June 10 at 7pm (Virtual - Primarily For Adults)
Test yourself in the art, literature, science, geography, and history (theme to be announced) in this spring-themed event. Winner gets a $25 gift certificate. Questions in this session will be geared for Adults. Free to Play  I  $10 Suggested Donation Appreciated
Register Here

Keep an eye on our social media posts for trivia hints! Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. 
Happy Fathers Day
Sun, June 20 from 12-4pm
Fathers enjoy free admission this Father’s Day with the purchase of a regularly-priced child ticket.  Bring Dad to the museum to enjoy self-serve crafts in our workshop and explore our new exhibit, Shinnecock Artists and Long Island’s First Whalers.

Ocean Science Sunday- IN PERSON
Sun, June 27 at 1pm and 2pm
Become junior Earth Scientists! Roll up your sleeves to try hands-on experiments to explore how scientists study the quality of the Long Island Sound, including testing water for pH levels, turbidity and algal blooms. Design an “ocean bloom” reusable tote bag to take home.
$12 participant, $6 accompanying adult
MEMBERS: $5 participant, $1 accompanying adult
Register Here. Space is limited in each session. Masks must be worn at all times and social distancing protocols followed.


Museum Craft Kits  
(Pick up at Museum, Create At Home - For Adults & Kids)
  • Purchase craft kits online ($10 each ). Virtual lesson is free.
  • Pick up at museum:  12-4pm Sat-Sun at the Museum or Contactless Pick up at museum office  (279 Main Street) with 24 hour notice. 
  • Watch recorded video link with step-by-step instructions. 
New for March: Whale Plushie Workshop
Did you know that women sometimes sailed on whaleships?  Discover the incredible adventures and trailblazing experiences of whaling wives and learn how they spent their time while out at sea.  Sew up a felt whale plush toy with our craft kit. Registration
Sailor's Valentines
Did you know that whalers brought home a special souvenir for their loved ones called a Sailor’s Valentine? Learn to identify different shells used to create these beautiful works of art and design a Sailor’s Valentine for yourself or a loved one.
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Scrimshaw Carving 
​Explore scrimshaw, a true American folk art. See examples from our collection and discover how whalers carved teeth, bones and baleen into beautiful works of art.  Sketch, carve, and ink a “fauxshaw” keepsake box. 
Registration ​
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Corn Husk Dolls
​Explore the folktale of the corn husk doll, a traditional craft shared by Native American and colonist families.  Learn how corn husk dolls were created and craft your own figure using corn husks and other materials found in our kits. 
Registration 
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Seaglass Whimsies 
​Explore the fascinating history of glass and learn how to identify shards of seaglass by color type.  Create a beautiful, beachy ornament to hang up at home.
Registration 
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Mug-Cakes
 Discover what kinds of treats and sweets Long Islanders enjoyed 150 years ago, and how they kept food fresh before refrigeration.  Cook up a modern version of a historic recipe in your   microwave with a mug cake kit from the museum.
​Registration
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New for April: Ocean Science Workshop
In honor of Earth Day, see how a 3D Enviroscape coastal model can help us discover the negative effects of run-off into the Sound from fertilizers, pesticides, pet waste, bacteria, and oil. Mix up an alternative cleaning product at home with our kits. Funded in part by a grant from Long Island Sound Futures Fund.

Register here. 


Ocean Science Sunday with The Waterfront Center
Stay tuned for more in-person programs coming this Spring. Thank you National Fish & Wildlife Foundation for supporting our 2020 programming.
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Check out craft videos, treasures from our collection, and more on our Museum From Home page!

EVENT FAQs for in-person events

IS admission included?
General admission is included for participants, unless otherwise noted. Accompanying visitors pay regular admission ($6 Adults, $5 Kids, $5 Seniors).
Do I need to RSVP?
Unless otherwise noted, events are first-come, first-served.
What's the member discount?
Members at the Family Level and above pay half-price to events, unless otherwise noted. What a great deal!  Find out more about membership benefits.
Can I uses coupons or passes for An event?
Coupons and passes (including library passes) are not applicable during any special event. 
Will i be photographed?
Photos & videos are commonly taken of patrons for publicity. 

Inform staff if you do not want yourself or your child photographed. 
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​The Museum is glad to make reasonable accommodations to its programs for visitors with special needs. Please call x16 at least one week prior to your visit.

"What a Long Island treasure! Small museum that is well put together. Very interactive for young visitors and fascinating history for all. A must see with a very economical admission."

"This is a really great little museum that was really more interesting than I expected it to be. It's well balanced with exhibits interesting for both adults and children as well. Well worth checking out if you're nearby. Easy to spend an hour or two there."
"This museum seems little, but the history and information packed in there is incredible. I have been here a few times for programs and meetings (there is a room if you need a place to meet) and it's such a cute little place that I always stop by with out of town guests to give them a flavor of the history of our area. It's best to set aside 1-2 hours for a visit, depending on if you have little ones, or want to read all of the historical information." 

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SEA You Soon!

Exhibit Hours

Winter: Sat-Sun 12-4 pm

Summer: 11-5pm Daily

Offices:
Open Weekdays
​9:30-5pm 

Address

Gallery
301 Main Street
Cold Spring Harbor, NY 11724

Office Address
279 Main Street

Contact

631 367 3418
​info@cshwhalingmuseum.org

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