Decker Farm
A historic farm run by Historic Richmond Town where families come in October to pick pumpkins and ride hay wagons across the fields.
by Staten Island Zoological Society
45-minute zoo classes for school, scout and other groups, from ZooTales storytime for pre-K to hands-on skull investigations for middle schoolers. Topics include animal senses, habitats, enrichment and Staten Island ecosystems.
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| Monday | 10:30 AM – 1:15 PM |
| Tuesday | 10:30 AM – 1:15 PM |
| Wednesday | 10:30 AM – 1:15 PM |
| Thursday | 10:30 AM – 1:15 PM |
| Friday | 10:30 AM – 1:15 PM |
| Saturday | — |
| Sunday | — |
In-zoo classes Mon–Fri at 10:30, 11:30 and 12:30, September–June; book 4 weeks ahead
In-zoo group class $375 (up to 30 students); pre-K groups $325
Meets Mon–Fri. Pick a date to add it to your plans.
Ages 4–14. Younger siblings may be welcome; check with the provider.
In-zoo group class $375 (up to 30 students); pre-K groups $325
Monday: 10:30 AM–1:15 PM · Tuesday: 10:30 AM–1:15 PM · Wednesday: 10:30 AM–1:15 PM · Thursday: 10:30 AM–1:15 PM · Friday: 10:30 AM–1:15 PM. In-zoo classes Mon–Fri at 10:30, 11:30 and 12:30, September–June; book 4 weeks ahead
614 Broadway, 10310, in West Brighton, Staten Island.
Yes. Staten Island Zoo Education Classes is indoors, so it works on rainy or cold days.
Registration is handled by Staten Island Zoological Society: statenislandzoo.org.
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