Rye Nature Center
Be a Friend - Join us!
As a member of the Friends of Rye Nature Center, you are contributing directly to the protection of our valuable natural resources. Your contributions of time and money help people of all ages learn about the natural environment - its beauties, its mysteries and its need for our care and protection, here in Rye, and throughout the world.
More information here.
Programs and Camps
June Bugs is a great way to expose your pre-schoolers and kindergarteners to the great outdoors during the early June. This camp is only available for children ages 3.5 - 6.
Day Camp (grades prek-7): Offers weekly themes with a variety of fun, daily activities like science experiments, animal time, games, and more.
Paddle Adventure Camp (grades 8-10): This all-levels program builds kayaking skills, confidence, and an appreciation for the Hudson Valley. Equipment included.
Festivals and other programs open to the public for all ages can be found here.
Green Birthday Parties
Birthdays are not offered in June, July and August.
Host your child’s next birthday party in “green” fashion. The Rye Nature Center offers birthday parties that are eco-friendly, educational and of course a lot of fun! RNC promotes parties with a green twist. We provide re-useable tableware and compostable goods, as well as offer eco-friendly favors for an additional fee.
A variety of programs for all age groups. From animal adventures to herbal tea parties, there’s something for everyone. Price and guest limit vary based on chosen party theme. Additional charges may apply. An environmentalist level membership or higher is required to book a party. Membership may be added at booking.
Event Details
Booking a birthday party at RNC will entitle you to 2 hours of fun! Three-year old parties are limited to 1.5 hours to maximize the fun, please also be aware that the party parent/adult must present for additional supervision throughout the entirety of the birthday party.
Hour 1: An experienced FRNC educator will provide your child and his or her friends with a program of your choice. See below for details.
Hour 2: This is time for your child and his or her friends to enjoy refreshments, food and activities of your choice. RNC will provide tables, chairs, reusable plates, forks, cups, spoons and napkins. FRNC does not provide food, cake, beverages or decorations. We encourage parents to limit the number of decorations. We do not allow non-eco-friendly decorations including balloons, noisemakers, streamers and piñatas.
For more information visit our website.
Monday: 9:00 am-5:00 pm
Tuesday: 9:00 am-5:00 pm
Wednesday: 9:00 am-5:00 pm
Thursday: 9:00 am-5:00 pm
Friday: 9:00 am-5:00 pm
Saturday: 9:00 am-5:00 pm