Frosted Flakes: Take a “Snow Day” at the New York Hall of Science

Queens, N.Y. – Even before the first snowflake falls this winter, you can get knee-deep in wintry fun during Crystal Winter at the New York Hall of Science. Every weekend in December and January, plus December 26 – 29, visitors can take their pick from a flurry of fun and educational activities that explore the amazing world of ice crystals. Crystal Winter activities are sponsored by Astoria Federal Savings.

Crystal Winter Program Events
December & January Weekends
(plus Vacation Week, December 26 - 29)

Activities are included with admission unless otherwise noted.

Crystal Film Festival
Watch different videos about snowflakes, gems and glasswork.

Winter Sky Constellation Show
Weekends, 11 am & 4 pm

Make-it & Take-it Activities
11 am – 5:45 pm
Ages 6 and older
$2 - 2.50 per participant

Geode Activity Session
1:30 & 3:30 pm
Ages 6 and older
$3 per participant

Snowflake Illustration Activity Session
4:30 pm
Ages 6 and older
$3 per participant

Jelly…Fish? Puppet Show
12:30 & 2:30 pm
Ages 6 and younger

Underwater Craft Projects
12:45, 2:45 & 4 pm
Ages 6 and younger
$2 per participant

Science Tales Weekends
11 am & 5 pm
Ages 6 and younger

Family Drop-in Workshops
3 pm
Ages 7 and older

December: Crazy for Crystals
January: Reasons for Seasons

If you are a member of the press and would like additional information about Crystal Winter or the New York Hall of Science, please contact the Hall’s public relations office at 718.699.0005, ext. 342. For all other Crystal Winter inquiries, please contact the Hall’s public programs office at 718.699.0005, ext. 381.

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Media Contacts: Carol Nordin 718.669.0005 ext. 342