Presidents’ Day Activities For Kids And Families

Celebrate George Washington’s (February 22) and Abraham Lincoln’s birthdays (February 12) with these fun and historical activities for kids and families!

Take New York Family’s Presidents’ Day Trivia Quiz
In honor of Presidents’ Day,take our fun quiz on Abraham Lincoln and George Washington with your child! Click HERE to test your knowledge!

Saturday, February 13-Sunday, February 14

Living History: Fighting for the First President at the New-York Historical Society

gwfull — Meet the Washingtons at the New-York Historical Society! Photo via nyhistory.org

Join Revolutionary War reenactors and living historians from the 3rd New Jersey Regiment. Participants can explore a Continental soldier’s tent, uniforms and equipment. You can even dye your own piece of ribbon, between 2 and 4pm, just like the Patriots of the time! All ages; free with museum admission. 11am-4pm, nyhistory.org

Saturday, February 13-Monday, February 15

Open House Weekend at the Fraunces Tavern Museum
Celebrate George Washington’s birthday and Presidents’ Day with a visit to the former meeting place of the Sons of Liberty, and the place where George Washington bid farewell to his Continental Army troops! Admission to the museum is just $1 all weekend long. All ages; $1 (free for children under 5). Saturday and Sunday, 11am-5pm; Monday, 12-5pm, frauncestavernmuseum.org

Sunday, February 14-Monday, February 15

Historical Figures Scavenger Hunt at the Children’s Museum of Manhattan
Join the Children’s Museum of Manhattan for living scavenger hunt all over the museum. Participants can search the museum for costumed historical figures like former first ladies and presidents! All ages; free with museum admission. 10am, cmom.org

Monday, February 15

Teddy Bears for Teddy Roosevelt at the Museum of the City of New York
Did you know that teddy bears got their name from Teddy Roosevelt? Celebrate Presidents’ Day at the Museum of the City of New York, where you can learn about President Roosevelt’s time as the Police Commissioner of New York, discover his friendship with Jacob Riis, and make your very own teddy bear. Ages 6-12; free with museum admission. 11am-2pm, mcny.org

Celebrate Presidents’ Day at CMA!
Celebrate Presidents’ Day by getting crafty at the Children’s Museum of the Arts! Activities will include creating regal busts at the Clay Bar, and printing your own money–and deciding who should be the president on the coin! Ages 5 and up, free with museum admission. 11am-5pm, cmany.org

Big Onion Walking Tour: Revolutionary New York
Join Big Onion Walking Tours as they explore NYC’s role in the revolutionary war. Stops include the site where the Declaration of Independence was first read to a New York audience, as well as the graves of Revolutionary War General Richard Montgomery and first Secretary of the Treasury Alexander Hamilton, the site of President George Washington’s Inaugural Address, Fraunces Tavern, and the target of the Stamp Act Mob in Bowling Green. Adults: $20, Students/Seniors: $15. Tours generally last 2 hours. 1pm, bigoniontour.com

Meet the Washingtons at the New-York Historical Society
You can meet the George and Martha Washington on Presidents’ Day! Head over to the New-York Historical Society where historical re-enactors Maria and Michael Gallo will portray America’s First Couple. You can ask them all about Washington’s life! Plus: For presidential fun at the New-York Historical Society all weekend long, be sure to check out their Presidential Superheroes Vacation Week camp! All ages; free with museum admission. 1:30-5:30pm, nyhistory.org

The Big Quiz Thing’s Presidents’ Day Family Trivia Spectacular
How well does your family know U.S. History? Test your knowledge at The Big Quiz Thing’s Presidents’ Day Family Trivia Spectacular, a test of U.S. History open to ages 6 and up. In addition to the trivia questions, audio and video puzzles, there will be prizes from the New York Historical Society. Ages 6 and up; $25 ($20 for members). 2pm, nyhistory.org

Saturday, February 20

Family Day: George Washington’s Birthday at the Morris-Jumel Mansion
Celebrate our first president’s birthday at his only Manhattan headquarters during the Revolutionary War! The afternoon will include a Washington-inspired craft as well as a tour of his time in the Mansion starting at 1pm. Free with museum admission; advanced registration is recommended. 11am-2pm, morrisjumel.org

Sunday, February 21

Washington’s Birthday Ball at the Mount Vernon Hotel Museum
Celebrate President Washington’s Birthday like 19th-Century New Yorkers! Costumed dancers will perform and teach traditional dances, and families and kids can participate in a museum tour and family scavenger hunt. Historic refreshments will be served. All Ages; $15 adults, $10 members and children under 12. 1-3pm, mvhm.org

The Little Gym of Bay Ridge- Bensonhurst

At The Little Gym of Bay Ridge-Bensonhurt, we specialize in unique, educational classes that revolve around active play. We give children a safe and inspiring space to direct their energy, build confidence, and develop key skills. Explore the range of classes we offer at The Little Gym of Bay Ridge-Bensonhurst to find the one that&rsquo;s just right for your child.&nbsp;

Treehouse Shakers

<div>Treehouse Shakers&rsquo; Branching OUT After-School program is for ages 12-14. This awarded program is for young people who identify as LGBTQIA+, or are seeking to become better allies. Branching OUT centers on discovering and exploring one&rsquo;s story and identity through an intentionally artist-led format. During our community-based program, young people will explore and reflect on their own story to create a larger, more meaningful experience, while gaining self-empowerment and gathering with like-minded peers. Through the guidance of our awarded teaching artists, young people will create narratives that will be turned into podcasts, dances, songs or poetry.&nbsp;</div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div>Young people have the opportunity to learn new art forms, work with professional artists, while building a meaningful community.</div>

New York Society of Play Summer Camp and Classes

Summer Game Camp There are many who do not feel safe sending their children back out into the world with summer camp, this year. To serve those parents and keep the children connected and stimulated during this challenging time, we are offering NYSP Digital Summer Camp. The name of the game with NYSP Summer Camp is community. We have made a large effort to make our camp feel like a living space, with features including &ndash; - Role-Playing games familiar and new, led by our master storytellers! - Enriching electives such as Chess, World Building, Character Acting, Crafts, Drawing, and more! - Discussion and media screening rooms during lunch! - A digital campus! - Moderated chat hours! &nbsp; Join us for a summer of games, friends, and more! Mon - Fri 10am - 2:30pm &nbsp; Roleplay Expeditions: Dungeons &amp; Dragons No experience is required to join one of our Dungeons &amp; Dragons games. Our game masters have pre-made character sheets, so you'll be able to start playing the game right away! We adapt the rules of traditional Dungeons &amp; Dragons to make them more approachable to children of various ages. Battle in dungeons, search for relics, and make new friends in our one-of-a-kind Dungeons &amp; Dragons workshop!&nbsp; &nbsp; Public games meet once per week, with different groups every time. Private games meet 1 to 2 times per week with the same group of kids. Since the players and the storyteller in the group are consistent, this enables us to tell epic tales of adventure together! &nbsp; Dungeons &amp; Dragons Junior No experience is required to join one of our drop-in Dungeons &amp; Dragons games. Our Dungeons &amp; Dragons Jr. game provides a D&amp;D storytelling experience without character sheets. Battle in dungeons, search for relics, and make new friends in our one-of-a-kind Dungeons &amp; Dragons workshop! A great way to introduce young children to D&amp;D so they can eventually move onto the main game.