story art December 04, 2009 :  11:00 A.M. - 11:45 A.M. Description:   Enjoy the Museum by listening to a story, exploring objects from the teaching collection, and creating a fun art project. Themes will be announced on the day of the program. Program is held in Kid’s Cove ﾪ Toddlers and preschoolers are welcome to attend ﾪ  This is a free program  ﾪ  Pick up tickets at the front desk ﾪ  No pre-registration is required.

furry tales and touchables December 05, 2009 :  11:00 A.M. - 11:45 A.M. Description:   Stories come to life as youngsters touch real animal skins, bones, plants, and more while listening to a storybook reading.   This is a free program and no registration is required ﾪ Meet at Discovery Place  ﾪ  Recommended for children 4 to 6 years of age.

furry tales and touchables December 19, 2009 :  11:00 A.M. - 11:45 A.M. Description:   Stories come to life as youngsters touch real animal skins, bones, plants, and more while listening to a storybook reading.   This is a free program and no registration is required ﾪ Meet at Discovery Place  ﾪ  Recommended for children 4 to 6 years of age.

story art January 08, 2010 :  11:00 A.M. - 11:45 A.M. Description:   Enjoy the Museum by listening to a story, exploring objects from the teaching collection, and creating a fun art project. Themes will be announced on the day of the program. Program is held in Kid’s Cove ﾪ Toddlers and preschoolers are welcome to attend ﾪ  This is a free program  ﾪ  Pick up tickets at the front desk ﾪ  No pre-registration is required.

furry tales and touchables January 09, 2010 :  11:00 A.M. - 10:30 A.M. Description:   Stories come to life as youngsters touch real animal skins, bones, plants, and more while listening to a storybook reading.   This is a free program and no registration is required ﾪ Meet at Discovery Place  ﾪ  Recommended for children 4 to 6 years of age.

furry tales and touchables  January 23, 2010 :  11:00 A.M. - 11:45 A.M. Description:   Stories come to life as youngsters touch real animal skins, bones, plants, and more while listening to a storybook reading.   This is a free program and no registration is required ﾪ Meet at Discovery Place  ﾪ  Recommended for children 4 to 6 years of age.

story art February 05, 2010 :  11:00 A.M. - 11:45 P.M. Description:   Enjoy the Museum by listening to a story, exploring objects from the teaching collection, and creating a fun art project. Themes will be announced on the day of the program. Program is held in Kid’s Cove ﾪ Toddlers and preschoolers are welcome to attend ﾪ  This is a free program  ﾪ  Pick up tickets at the front desk ﾪ  No pre-registration is required.

furry tales and touchables February 06, 2010 :  11:00 A.M. - 11:45 A.M. Description:   Stories come to life as youngsters touch real animal skins, bones, plants, and more while listening to a storybook reading.   This is a free program and no registration is required ﾪ Meet at Discovery Place  ﾪ  Recommended for children 4 to 6 years of age.

school’s out … the museum is in! February 15, 2010 :  1:00 P.M. - 4:00 P.M. Description:   Join us for School’s Out … The Museum Is IN! Monday, February 15–Thursday, February 18 1–4 p.m. ﾪ Throughout the Museum ﾪ Free Programs Join in on fun, exciting activities scheduled throughout the week. Explore the Museum’s unique exhibits and learn more about the world around you.

school’s out … the museum is in! February 16, 2010 :  1:00 P.M. - 4:00 P.M. Description:   Join us for School’s Out … The Museum Is IN! Tuesday, February 16–Thursday, February 18 1–4 p.m. ﾪ Throughout the Museum ﾪ Free Programs Join in on fun, exciting activities scheduled throughout the week. Explore the Museum’s unique exhibits and learn more about the world around you.

school’s out … the museum is in! February 17, 2010 :  1:00 P.M. - 4:00 P.M. Description:   Join us for School’s Out … The Museum Is IN! Wednesday, February 17–Thursday, February 18 1–4 p.m. ﾪ Throughout the Museum ﾪ Free Programs Join in on fun, exciting activities scheduled throughout the week. Explore the Museum’s unique exhibits and learn more about the world around you.

school’s out … the museum is in! February 18, 2010 :  1:00 P.M. - 4:00 P.M. Description:   Join us for School’s Out … The Museum Is IN! 1–4 p.m. ﾪ Throughout the Museum ﾪ Free Programs Join in on fun, exciting activities scheduled throughout the week. Explore the Museum’s unique exhibits and learn more about the world around you.

furry tales and touchables February 20, 2010 :  11:00 A.M. - 11:45 A.M. Description:   Stories come to life as youngsters touch real animal skins, bones, plants, and more while listening to a storybook reading.   This is a free program and no registration is required ﾪ Meet at Discovery Place  ﾪ  Recommended for children 4 to 6 years of age.

story art March 05, 2010 :  11:00 A.M. - 11:45 A.M. Description:   Enjoy the Museum by listening to a story, exploring objects from the teaching collection, and creating a fun art project. Themes will be announced on the day of the program. Program is held in Kid’s Cove ﾪ Toddlers and preschoolers are welcome to attend ﾪ  This is a free program  ﾪ  Pick up tickets at the front desk ﾪ  No pre-registration is required.

trash to treasures December 13, 2009 :  1:00 P.M. - 3:00 P.M. Description:   Trash to Treasure features an art project using manufacturing mistakes and materials destined for the landfill. Join us on the 4th Floor Terrace for an interesting story or video and an Earth-friendly afternoon.

creative art day December 19, 2009 :  1:00 P.M. - 3:00 P.M. Description:   Families participate in artful activities based on Museum exhibits: December 19: Sheridan Hollow – Adirondack Hall January 30: Seeing Ourselves – West Gallery Lobby February 13: 1609 – South Hall Lobby This is a free program and no registration is required.

family fun weekend: saturday & sunday December 19, 2009 :  1:00 P.M. - 4:00 P.M. Description:   The third weekend of every month the Museum offers fun for the whole family - games, crafts, and other theme-based activities. December 19–20: International Holidays The Capitaland Chorus will perform on Sunday. This is a free program and no registration is required.

family fun weekend: sunday December 20, 2009 :  1:00 P.M. - 4:00 P.M. Description:   The third weekend of every month the Museum offers fun for the whole family - games, crafts, and other theme-based activities. December 19–20: International Holidays The Capitaland Chorus will perform on Sunday. This is a free program and no registration is required.

trash to treasures January 03, 2010 :  1:00 P.M. - 3:00 P.M. Description:   Trash to Treasure features an art project using manufacturing mistakes and materials destined for the landfill. Join us for an interesting story or video and an Earth-friendly afternoon.

the village stage children’s interactive theater presents snow white January 09, 2010 :  1:00 P.M. - 1:45 P.M. Description:   Snow White’s evil stepmother has chased her from the house! Wandering in the woods, Snow White finds a house with seven funny dwarfs. Come and help the dwarfs fight the evil stepmother, find Snow White’s prince, and bring the couple back to their rightful place in the castle.  This is a free program, get your entrance ticket at the Main Lobby Desk before the show.

family fun weekend: saturday & sunday January 16, 2010 :  1:00 P.M. - 4:00 P.M. Description:   The third weekend of every month the Museum offers fun for the whole family - games, crafts, and other theme-based activities. January 16-17: Hudson River Valley History This is a free program and no registration is required.  Note: There will be no Family Fun Weekend in February.  Please join us for New York in Bloom.

sundaes at the museum! January 16, 2010 :  2:00 P.M. - 3:00 P.M. Description:   Join us in the Student Center for Sundaes at the Museum!   Create your own sundae as part of a fun-filled afternoon exploring the Museum. FEE: $1.00/Museum Member, $2.00/Non-member

creative art day January 30, 2010 :  1:00 P.M. - 3:00 P.M. Description:   Families participate in artful activities based on Museum exhibits: January 30: Seeing Ourselves – West Gallery Lobby February 13: 1609 – South Hall Lobby This is a free program and no registration is required.

trash to treasures February 07, 2010 :  1:00 P.M. - 3:00 P.M. Description:   Trash to Treasure features an art project using manufacturing mistakes and materials destined for the landfill. Join us for an interesting story or video and an Earth-friendly afternoon.

creative art day February 13, 2010 :  1:00 P.M. - 3:00 P.M. Description:   Families participate in artful activities based on Museum exhibits: February 13: 1609 – South Hall Lobby This is a free program and no registration is required.

dutch delight: dutch canal houses February 20, 2010 :  1:00 P.M. - 4:00 P.M. Description:   Enjoy a short scavenger hunt throughout the 1609 exhibit, then try your hand at making a Dutch canal house with art instructor Peggy Steinbach. Choose from many designs, including a clock shop, pharmacy, fire station, bakery, post office, and flower shop. Join us in South Hall for this free program.

family fun weekend: saturday & sunday March 20, 2010 :  1:00 P.M. - 4:00 P.M. Description:    The third weekend of every month the Museum offers fun for the whole family - games, crafts, and other theme-based activities.  March 20-21: Native People of New York  -  This is a free program and no registration is required.

family fun weekend: sunday March 20, 2010 :  1:00 P.M. - 4:00 P.M. Description:    The third weekend of every month the Museum offers fun for the whole family - games, crafts, and other theme-based activities. March 20-21: Native People of New York  - This is a free program and no registration is required.

1609 gallery tour February 13, 2010 :  1:00 P.M. - 2:00 P.M. Description:   Michelle Stefanik, senior exhibition planner, shares information about Henry Hudson and his crew’s exploration of the river 400 years ago. She also discusses the Mohican and other Native Peoples who were living along the shores and their relationships with the Dutch settlers.  This is a free program and no registration is required.

new york state museum chocolate expo and holiday gift market December 06, 2009 :  11:00 A.M. - 4:30 P.M. Description:   Begin the holiday season at the New York State Museum!  Enjoy the finest chocolates, desserts, specialty foods, and holiday gifts the region has to offer. You’ll find something special for everyone on your shopping list with a selection of beautiful jewelry, painted works of art, and much more. Be sure to treat yourself to the chocolate fountains and enjoy seasonal music while strolling through the galleries. Held throughout 1st Floor Exhibition Halls ﾪ This is a free program. Presented by Price Chopper Promotional sponsor: SmileMonster.com and Fidelis

holiday happenings at the museum December 26, 2009 :  1:00 P.M. - 4:00 P.M. Description:     Holiday Happenings at the Museum  Saturday, December 26–Wednesday, December 30  1–4 p.m. ﾪ Various locations ﾪ FREE Join in on fun, exciting activities throughout the week. Explore the Museum’s unique exhibits and learn more about the world around you.

moving north: the great migration to new york state December 02, 2009 :  7:00 P.M. - 8:00 P.M. Description:   Between 1910 and 1970, more than 1.3 million African Americans left the rural South and moved to New York’s urban centers. Dr. Jennifer Lemak, senior historian of African American history, discusses how these migrants transformed New York politics, economics, and culture throughout the 20th century.

music jam December 03, 2009 :  12:00 P.M. - 2:00 P.M. Description:   Every Thursday on the 4th Floor Terrace Gallery, take a lunch-time musical break or join the musicians as they play acoustic music inspired by the Celtic tradtition of jigs, reels, waltzes, hornpipes, and marches, as well as occasional popular songs, jazz standards, and early music.  All levels of skill on any acoustic instruments are welcome. Please bring several copies of sheet music for those who do not play by ear or for the tunes that are not commonly known.  For more information, call 518-486-2024 or e-mail pkernan@mail.nysed.gov.

music jam December 10, 2009 :  12:00 P.M. - 2:00 P.M. Description:   Every Thursday on the 4th Floor Terrace Gallery, take a lunch-time musical break or join the musicians as they play acoustic music inspired by the Celtic tradtition of jigs, reels, waltzes, hornpipes, and marches, as well as occasional popular songs, jazz standards, and early music.  All levels of skill on any acoustic instruments are welcome. Please bring several copies of sheet music for those who do not play by ear or for the tunes that are not commonly known.  For more information, call 518-486-2024 or e-mail pkernan@mail.nysed.gov.

music jam December 17, 2009 :  12:00 P.M. - 2:00 P.M. Description:   Every Thursday on the 4th Floor Terrace Gallery, take a lunch-time musical break or join the musicians as they play acoustic music inspired by the Celtic tradtition of jigs, reels, waltzes, hornpipes, and marches, as well as occasional popular songs, jazz standards, and early music.  All levels of skill on any acoustic instruments are welcome. Please bring several copies of sheet music for those who do not play by ear or for the tunes that are not commonly known.  For more information, call 518-486-2024 or e-mail pkernan@mail.nysed.gov.

music jam December 24, 2009 :  12:00 P.M. - 2:00 P.M. Description:   Every Thursday on the 4th Floor Terrace Gallery, take a lunch-time musical break or join the musicians as they play acoustic music inspired by the Celtic tradtition of jigs, reels, waltzes, hornpipes, and marches, as well as occasional popular songs, jazz standards, and early music.  All levels of skill on any acoustic instruments are welcome. Please bring several copies of sheet music for those who do not play by ear or for the tunes that are not commonly known.  For more information, call 518-486-2024 or e-mail pkernan@mail.nysed.gov.

songs from the piano bench December 30, 2009 :  12:00 P.M. - December 30, 2010 :  2:00 P.M. Description:   Last Wednesday of the month: Located on the 4th Floor Gallery ﾪ  Free Program Listen in while enjoying your lunch or lend your voice as singers perform a variety of songs, from popular folk and rock-and-roll to Victorian parlor and Civil War, chosen from the more than 35,000 pieces of sheet music in the New York State Library Collection. Music and words are provided and instrumentalists are welcome. For information, e-mail pkernan@mail.nysed.gov or call 518-486-2024.

music jam December 31, 2009 :  12:00 P.M. - 2:00 P.M. Description:   Every Thursday on the 4th Floor Terrace Gallery, take a lunch-time musical break or join the musicians as they play acoustic music inspired by the Celtic tradtition of jigs, reels, waltzes, hornpipes, and marches, as well as occasional popular songs, jazz standards, and early music.  All levels of skill on any acoustic instruments are welcome. Please bring several copies of sheet music for those who do not play by ear or for the tunes that are not commonly known.  For more information, call 518-486-2024 or e-mail pkernan@mail.nysed.gov.

music jam January 07, 2010 :  12:00 P.M. - 2:00 P.M.

music jam January 14, 2010 :  12:00 P.M. - 2:00 P.M. Description:   Every Thursday on the 4th Floor Terrace Gallery, take a lunch-time musical break or join the musicians as they play acoustic music inspired by the Celtic tradtition of jigs, reels, waltzes, hornpipes, and marches, as well as occasional popular songs, jazz standards, and early music.  All levels of skill on any acoustic instruments are welcome. Please bring several copies of sheet music for those who do not play by ear or for the tunes that are not commonly known.  For more information, call 518-486-2024 or e-mail pkernan@mail.nysed.gov.

music jam January 21, 2010 :  12:00 P.M. - 2:00 P.M. Description:   Every Thursday on the 4th Floor Terrace Gallery, take a lunch-time musical break or join the musicians as they play acoustic music inspired by the Celtic tradtition of jigs, reels, waltzes, hornpipes, and marches, as well as occasional popular songs, jazz standards, and early music.  All levels of skill on any acoustic instruments are welcome. Please bring several copies of sheet music for those who do not play by ear or for the tunes that are not commonly known.  For more information, call 518-486-2024 or e-mail pkernan@mail.nysed.gov.

songs from the piano bench January 27, 2010 :  12:00 P.M. - 2:00 P.M. Description:   Last Wednesday of the month: Located on the 4th Floor Gallery ﾪ Free Program Listen in while enjoying your lunch or lend your voice as singers perform a variety of songs, from popular folk and rock-and-roll to Victorian parlor and Civil War, chosen from the more than 35,000 pieces of sheet music in the New York State Library Collection. Music and words are provided and instrumentalists are welcome. For information, e-mail pkernan@mail.nysed.gov or call 518-486-2024.

music jam January 28, 2010 :  12:00 P.M. - 2:00 P.M. Description:   Every Thursday on the 4th Floor Terrace Gallery, take a lunch-time musical break or join the musicians as they play acoustic music inspired by the Celtic tradtition of jigs, reels, waltzes, hornpipes, and marches, as well as occasional popular songs, jazz standards, and early music.  All levels of skill on any acoustic instruments are welcome. Please bring several copies of sheet music for those who do not play by ear or for the tunes that are not commonly known.  For more information, call 518-486-2024 or e-mail pkernan@mail.nysed.gov.

music jam February 04, 2010 :  12:00 P.M. - 2:00 P.M. Description:   Every Thursday on the 4th Floor Terrace Gallery, take a lunch-time musical break or join the musicians as they play acoustic music inspired by the Celtic tradtition of jigs, reels, waltzes, hornpipes, and marches, as well as occasional popular songs, jazz standards, and early music.  All levels of skill on any acoustic instruments are welcome. Please bring several copies of sheet music for those who do not play by ear or for the tunes that are not commonly known.  For more information, call 518-486-2024 or e-mail pkernan@mail.nysed.gov.

music jam February 11, 2010 :  12:00 P.M. - 2:00 P.M. Description:   Every Thursday on the 4th Floor Terrace Gallery, take a lunch-time musical break or join the musicians as they play acoustic music inspired by the Celtic tradtition of jigs, reels, waltzes, hornpipes, and marches, as well as occasional popular songs, jazz standards, and early music.  All levels of skill on any acoustic instruments are welcome. Please bring several copies of sheet music for those who do not play by ear or for the tunes that are not commonly known.  For more information, call 518-486-2024 or e-mail pkernan@mail.nysed.gov.

music jam February 18, 2010 :  12:00 P.M. - 2:00 P.M. Description:   Every Thursday on the 4th Floor Terrace Gallery, take a lunch-time musical break or join the musicians as they play acoustic music inspired by the Celtic tradtition of jigs, reels, waltzes, hornpipes, and marches, as well as occasional popular songs, jazz standards, and early music.  All levels of skill on any acoustic instruments are welcome. Please bring several copies of sheet music for those who do not play by ear or for the tunes that are not commonly known.  For more information, call 518-486-2024 or e-mail pkernan@mail.nysed.gov.

songs from the piano bench February 24, 2010 :  12:00 P.M. - 2:00 P.M. Description:   Last Wednesday of the month: Located on the 4th Floor Gallery ﾪ Free Program Listen in while enjoying your lunch or lend your voice as singers perform a variety of songs, from popular folk and rock-and-roll to Victorian parlor and Civil War, chosen from the more than 35,000 pieces of sheet music in the New York State Library Collection. Music and words are provided and instrumentalists are welcome. For information, e-mail pkernan@mail.nysed.gov or call 518-486-2024.

music jam February 25, 2010 :  12:00 P.M. - 2:00 P.M. Description:   Every Thursday on the 4th Floor Terrace Gallery, take a lunch-time musical break or join the musicians as they play acoustic music inspired by the Celtic tradtition of jigs, reels, waltzes, hornpipes, and marches, as well as occasional popular songs, jazz standards, and early music.  All levels of skill on any acoustic instruments are welcome. Please bring several copies of sheet music for those who do not play by ear or for the tunes that are not commonly known.  For more information, call 518-486-2024 or e-mail pkernan@mail.nysed.gov.

hudson river valley history day January 16, 2010 :  11:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. Description:   Saturday, January 16 (Snow date: January 23) ﾪ Free Program The New York State Museum hosts representatives from historic sites and cultural institutions from throughout the Hudson Valley for a fun-filled tour of the region. Step back in time to learn about the Native Peoples of the Hudson Valley and the explorers who traveled up the river, and hear stories of families who settled in the valley and the artists who captured its wild beauty. There will be activities and entertainment for all to explore and enjoy!

new york in bloom February 19, 2010 :  9:30 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. Description:   Experience the sights and scents of the approaching spring during this 19th annual fund-raising weekend benefiting the Museum Club and the Discovery Squad, the Museum’s award-winning after-school programs for children and teens. Free parking available next to the Museum on Saturday and Sunday.  Presented by GE $6 entrance fee to the Museum on Saturday and Sunday includes admission to all New York in Bloom events and the 17th Annual James Campbell Memorial Gem, Mineral, and Fossil Show and Sale. For information, call 518-474-5877.  Dates for program: Friday, February 19 –Sunday, February 21 ﾪ 9:30 a.m.–5 p.m. Located throughout 1st Floor Exhibition Halls ﾪ Admission Fee: Friday–$5/Adult, children age 12 and under FREE. Saturday and Sunday–$6/Adult; Children age 12 and under FREE

17th annual james campbell memorial gem, mineral, and fossil show and sale February 20, 2010 :  10:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. Description:   Vendors from throughout the Northeast display and sell gems, jewelry, minerals, lapidary equipment, fossils, and much more. Meanwhile on the 1st Floor, staff members conduct guided tours of the mineral and fossil exhibitions and are on hand to identify visitors’ own minerals and fossils. Call 518-474-5877 for information about times and locations. $6 entrance fee to the Museum on Saturday and Sunday includes admission to the 17th Annual James Campbell Memorial Gem, Mineral, and Fossil Show and Sale and all New York in Bloom events. Program dates and times: Saturday, February 20 and Sunday, February 21 ﾪ 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Program located on 4th Floor Gallery ﾪ Admission Fee–$6/Adult; Children age 12 and under FREE

new york in bloom February 20, 2010 :  9:30 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. Description:   Experience the sights and scents of the approaching spring during this 19th annual fund-raising weekend benefiting the Museum Club and the Discovery Squad, the Museum’s award-winning after-school programs for children and teens. Free parking available next to the Museum on Saturday and Sunday.  Presented by GE $6 entrance fee to the Museum on Saturday and Sunday includes admission to all New York in Bloom events and the 17th Annual James Campbell Memorial Gem, Mineral, and Fossil Show and Sale. For information, call 518-474-5877.  Dates for program: Friday, February 19 –Sunday, February 21 ﾪ 9:30 a.m.–5 p.m. Located throughout 1st Floor Exhibition Halls ﾪ Admission Fee: Friday–$5/Adult, children age 12 and under FREE. Saturday and Sunday–$6/Adult; Children age 12 and under FREE

17th annual james campbell memorial gem, mineral, and fossil show and sale February 21, 2010 :  10:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. Description:   Vendors from throughout the Northeast display and sell gems, jewelry, minerals, lapidary equipment, fossils, and much more. Meanwhile on the 1st Floor, staff members conduct guided tours of the mineral and fossil exhibitions and are on hand to identify visitors’ own minerals and fossils. Call 518-474-5877 for information about times and locations. $6 entrance fee to the Museum on Saturday and Sunday includes admission to the 17th Annual James Campbell Memorial Gem, Mineral, and Fossil Show and Sale and all New York in Bloom events. Program dates and times: Saturday, February 20 and Sunday, February 21 ﾪ 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Program located on 4th Floor Gallery ﾪ Admission Fee–$6/Adult; Children age 12 and under FREE

new york in bloom February 21, 2010 :  9:30 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. Description:   Experience the sights and scents of the approaching spring during this 19th annual fund-raising weekend benefiting the Museum Club and the Discovery Squad, the Museum’s award-winning after-school programs for children and teens. Free parking available next to the Museum on Saturday and Sunday.  Presented by GE $6 entrance fee to the Museum on Saturday and Sunday includes admission to all New York in Bloom events and the 17th Annual James Campbell Memorial Gem, Mineral, and Fossil Show and Sale. For information, call 518-474-5877.  Dates for program: Friday, February 19 –Sunday, February 21 ﾪ 9:30 a.m.–5 p.m. Located throughout 1st Floor Exhibition Halls ﾪ Admission Fee: Friday–$5/Adult, children age 12 and under FREE. Saturday and Sunday–$6/Adult; Children age 12 and under FREE