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
Sunday, July 23, 2017 01:30 PM - 03:00 PM
Caleb Smith State Park Preserve Nature Museum
The south side of the park has been only open to fly fisherman or adult walks. Join us today for a rare treat and walk the trail along the Nissequogue River with your family. For safety reasons, only children age 7 and above may attend.
Thursday, July 27, 2017 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Caleb Smith State Park Preserve Nature Museum
The "Let's Discover Nature" Hour is a special time for both parent and child to discover the wonders of their natural world together. Each program's theme will use nature explorations and hands-on activities as a springboard for learning.
Thursday, August 10, 2017 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Caleb Smith State Park Preserve Nature Museum
The "Let's Discover Nature" Hour is a special time for both parent and child to discover the wonders of their natural world together. Each program's theme will use nature explorations and hands-on activities as a springboard for learning.
Friday, August 11, 2017 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Caleb Smith State Park Preserve Nature Museum
Design your own personal ‘nature shirt' using colorful paint, a cool collection of nature stamps and your own imagination. Please bring one light colored t-shirt per child.
Saturday, August 12, 2017 01:30 PM - 03:00 PM
Caleb Smith State Park Preserve Nature Museum
Dragonflies are fascinating insects. Enjoy hands-on activities inside followed by outdoor capture, identification, observation, and release of these wonderful creatures in their natural habitat.
Amenities, Activities & Information
- Amenities
- Gift Shop
- Museum/Visitors Center
- Nature Trails
- Activities
- Recreation Programs