Caleb Smith State Park Preserve Nature Museum
581 West Jericho Turnpike
Smithtown, NY 11787
- Phone: (631) 265-1054
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
Thursday, May 30, 2019 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Caleb Smith State Park Preserve Nature Museum
Explore the natural world around us. These programs will connect children and their parents with nature through short walks, animal visitors, and crafts. Children ages 3 -5.
Saturday, June 1, 2019 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Caleb Smith State Park Preserve Nature Museum
Join us to explore an undisclosed archeology site on the property. Together, we will do some digging and identify the bones we find. All the supplies you need are provided. Please dress for a mess!
Saturday, June 8, 2019 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Caleb Smith State Park Preserve Nature Museum
We will discover what lives under the leaves, break open some rocks to see what's inside and even learn to use a compass. There will be lots of activities to choose from. We will loan you a backpack filled with interesting activities to do in the park. As a group, we will do these activities during a short walk in the park. Limited 12 packs.
Sunday, June 9, 2019 09:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Caleb Smith State Park Preserve Nature Museum
We will meet on the south side of the park for this delightful walk along the Nissequogue River to discover and identify Caleb's native wildflowers. We will be on the lookout for several species we know to be in the park, but have not located. Perhaps you can!
Thursday, June 13, 2019 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Caleb Smith State Park Preserve Nature Museum
Explore the natural world around us. These programs will connect children and their parents with nature through short walks, animal visitors, and crafts. Children ages 3 -5.
Amenities, Activities & Information
- Amenities
- Gift Shop
- Museum/Visitors Center
- Nature Trails
- Activities
- Recreation Programs