The NYSCI Preschool Place is the ideal space to explore and discover the natural and built world of a city. Here our youngest visitors can experience multi-sensory activities in a safe, protected area.

The Preschool Place is open during regular visitor hours and closes 15 minutes prior to the NYSCI closing time. Please note that the hours for the Preschool Place Studio are subject to change on a daily basis. Call 718-699-0005 ext. 357 for daily schedule. Special science/art activities and puppet shows are featured during weekends and holidays.

FALL 2009 PRESCHOOL PLACE PROGRAMMING

Puppet Show: Commander Cauliflower

October 3 – November 22, 2009 (weekends), 12:30 & 3:30 pm
Help Commander Cauliflower find out where the missing carrots are and learn about the differences between fruits and vegetables in this interactive show. Free

Puppet Show Craft: Harvest Bag

October 3 – November 22, 2009 (weekends), 12:45 & 3:45 pm
Decorate your own bag to take and fill it with fruits and vegetables. Materials Fee: $3, $2 Members

PRESCHOOL PLACE HOURS

September – March
Free to Public with paid admission:
Tuesday – Thursday 9:30 am – 1:45 pm
Friday 9:30 am – 4:45 pm
Saturday & Sunday 10 am – 5:45 pm

Paid Reserved Groups:
Tuesday – Friday 10 am – 2 pm

April – June
Free to Public with paid admission:
Tuesday – Thursday 1 pm – 2 pm
Friday 2 pm – 4:45 pm

Paid Reserved Groups:
Monday – Friday 10 am – 2 pm

July & August
Free to Public with paid admission:
Tuesday – Thursday 1 pm – 4:45 pm
Friday 2 pm – 4:45 pm
Saturday & Sunday 10 am – 5:45 pm

Paid Reserved Groups:
Monday – Friday 10 am – 12:15 pm