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NYC Discovery Lab: Nature in the City

NYC Discovery Lab

April 20, 11:00 am4:00 pm
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Museum of the City of New York

1220 Fifth Avenue at 105th Street

New York NY

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🎟 Suggested $20, $14/students & seniors, free/ages 19 & under

Suggested Ages: All, Adult Friendly

In celebration of Earth Day, learn how the environment in New York City has changed over time. Hands-on activities for all ages include exploring indigenous plants and animals, a game that explores native and nonnative species  and hearing the stories of NYC environmental activists who have advocated for beautification of their neighborhoods.

Pick up an activity sheet and explore the Four Seasons of Central Park watercolor paintings created by artist Frederick Brosen as part of a partnership with the Central Park Conservancy.




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