8 places and programs for kids in and around Livingston, Staten Island (2 free): museums, nature, art. Includes Art Lab at Snug Harbor and New York Chinese Scholar's Garden.
An independent fine and applied arts school on the Snug Harbor campus with youth classes in drawing, painting, ceramics and fiber arts grouped from preschool through teens. Seasonal half-day and full-day art camps run in spring, summer and winter.
A walled Chinese garden at Snug Harbor with koi ponds, rock formations, bamboo, pavilions and zigzag bridges. Kids enjoy spotting fish and exploring the winding paths.
A maritime museum at Snug Harbor featuring artist John Noble's harbor paintings, his recreated houseboat studio and exhibits on sailors' lives. Kids under 10 enter free.
A hands-on museum on the Snug Harbor campus where young children explore interactive exhibits about nature, science, community helpers and art. Kids can climb, build, splash and pretend-play across several themed galleries.
A Staten Island musical theater program that holds Saturday classes on the grounds of Snug Harbor for kids ages 4 to 18, grouped by age and experience. Students put on two musical productions a year, and many instructors are program alumni.
A 2.5-acre working farm on the Snug Harbor campus that grows produce with low-till and composting methods. Families can take guided farm and compost tours, shop the farm stand and join free Saturday stewardship sessions.
An 83-acre campus of historic buildings, gardens and museums on Staten Island's North Shore, home to the Children's Museum, Staten Island Museum and Chinese Scholar's Garden. Grounds are free to roam, with outdoor art and family festivals.
Walker Park Playground offers a dedicated children's area in Livingston, where kids can climb and play on structures made for them. Like other NYC Parks playgrounds, it is free and open to everyone.
LittleGotham lists 8 places and programs for kids in Livingston, Staten Island. The largest groups are 3 museums, 2 parks and nature spots, 1 art class.
Yes. 2 of 8 are free to attend, including Snug Harbor Cultural Center & Botanical Garden, Walker Park Playground.
4 listings are indoors, such as Art Lab at Snug Harbor, Noble Maritime Collection, Staten Island Children's Museum.