Caleb Smith State Park Preserve Nature Museum
Address
581 West Jericho Turnpike
Smithtown, NY 11787
581 West Jericho Turnpike
Smithtown, NY 11787
Latitude 40.852627
Longitude -73.225403
- General Information: (631) 265-1054
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Caleb Smith State Park Preserve offers environmental education programs year round for schools at all grade levels. The preserve also offers interpretive programs for youth organizations and the general public including Tiny Tots (3-5 year olds), Fun for Kids, Family Adventures, and Adult Ed-ventures.
The nature museum is in the Smith Family home built in 1751. Nature trails lead you through a variety of habitats typical of the north shore of Long Island where many species of plants and animals are found.
No Pets Allowed
Hours of Operation
- April 1st-September 30th: Tuesday through Sunday, 8:00am-4:00pm
October 1st-March 31st: Wednesday through Sunday, 8:00am-4:00pm
Sat
12
Apr
Saturday, April 12, 2025 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Caleb Smith State Park Preserve Nature Museum
Follow an environmental educator to discover the insects, birds, fish, mammals, and amphibians that call Caleb Smith home and focus on the diversity of animal life and their behavior. Reservations taken on eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Sun
27
Apr
Sunday, April 27, 2025 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Caleb Smith State Park Preserve Nature Museum
See if you can identify these growing spring treasures with the help of a field guide on a guided walk through the preserve. Reservations taken on eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Sun
04
May
Sunday, May 4, 2025 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Caleb Smith State Park Preserve Nature Museum
Gyotaku is a unique art form that originates from Japanese fish markets in the 1800s. This program will allow you to practice the traditional methods used to make prints using fish. Reservations taken on eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Sat
17
May
Saturday, May 17, 2025 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Caleb Smith State Park Preserve Nature Museum
Learn to Fish with us on Williow pond! Children ages 15 and under only. Reservations taken on eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Sun
22
Jun
Sunday, June 22, 2025 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Caleb Smith State Park Preserve Nature Museum
Amphibians are an amazing group of animals! Come see what makes them special and find some froggy friends! Reservations taken on eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Amenities Information
- Amenities
- Gift Shop
- Visitor Center