Science lovers will enjoy learning about technology, chemistry, and engineering at the New York Hall of Science. The many exhibits include a preschool place, where your little ones can participate in weekend activities like story time and sing-a-longs. 47-01 111th Street, Corona, NY, nysci.org
With its collection of art from the Himalayas and Tibet, the Rubin Museum is the perfect place to engage your children with global culture. The museum’s family programs include monthly teen yoga jams and Yak Packers—a toddler-oriented arts class. 150 West 17th Street, rmanyc.org
Globetrotters should also head over to the Scandinavia House to enjoy Nordic folk songs and Saturday story time. Their kid-friendly workshop series includes fun lessons inspired by Scandinavian culture, like how to make your own Viking costume. 58 Park Avenue, scandinaviahouse.org
One of the best ways to enjoy a winter day is in the company of a good book. The Bank Street Bookstore has curated an assortment of over 30,000 kid-friendly titles. The shop also offers events, like puppet shows and regular story hours that give children the chance to meet their favorite authors. 2879 Broadway, bankstreetbooks.com
The New York Historical Society’s Dimenna Children’s History Museum functions like a time machine with seven pavilions focused on what life was like for famous New Yorkers throughout the ages. Visit Alexander Hamilton’s study, learn about the famous newsies of the 1920s, and practice arts & crafts skills—like cross-stitching—at one of the museum’s classes. 170 Central Park West, nyhistory.org
The New York City Police Museum has an unrivaled collection of NYPD regalia and features a Junior Officers’ Discovery Zone. The play center gives children ages 3-10 the opportunity to drive a cop car, take fingerprints, and solve crimes. 45 Wall Street, nycpolicemuseum.org
The New York City Fire Museum is another great resource to learn about local heroes. Kids are taught about fire safety in an interactive environment which includes visits from retired members of the FDNY, who routinely stop by to tell stories from their days on the job. 278 Spring Sreet, nycfiremuseum.org
