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
29
Apr
Saturday, April 29, 2023 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Caleb Smith State Park Preserve Nature Museum
Join
us at scenic Willow Pond for a children's introduction to catch and release
fishing. Discover more about the different types of fishing poles, tackle, and
bait, and which is best to use in a fresh water pond. View casting demonstrations
and a lesson on the different types of fish that make Willow Pond their home.
Then stay for some catch and release fishing! Poles, tackle, and bait will be
provided. For children under age 15. Reservations are required, please call (631) 265 –
1054.
Registration: Required
Sat
20
May
Saturday, May 20, 2023 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Caleb Smith State Park Preserve Nature Museum
Join
a nature educator to explore the grounds of Caleb Smith State Park Preserve in
search of early blooming wildflowers. See if you can identify these spring
treasures with the help of a field guide. Reservations are required, please call (631) 265 –
1054.
Registration: Required
Sat
03
Jun
Saturday, June 3, 2023 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Caleb Smith State Park Preserve Nature Museum
From
frogs to toads, to newts and salamanders, amphibians are an amazing group of
animals! Join us to learn more about these amazing cold blooded creatures as we
try to find them in their natural habitat. For
Children 7-15 years old! Reservations are required, please call (631) 265 –
1054.
Registration: Required
Sat
17
Jun
Saturday, June 17, 2023 08:00 PM - 09:30 PM
Caleb Smith State Park Preserve Nature Museum
Head
to Caleb Smith State Park Preserve for one of their popular lantern
walks with a Pride Month twist! Have you ever wanted to explore the park after
dark? Now is your chance, and the ambiance will be enhanced with rainbow
lanterns! Reservations are required, please call (631) 265 –
1054.
Registration: Required
Amenities Information
- Amenities
- Gift Shop
- Visitor Center