Staten Island Museum

Wildlife Origami Workshop: For Teens by Teens
2025-09-27 13:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
Free admission for students with ID.
Presented by students from Rustic Pathways in partnership with Nonprofit Staten Island | Community Climate Corps
Join students from Rustic Pathways representing Climate Leaders Fellowship for a meaningful hands-on experience that combines the ancient art of origami with wildlife conservation awareness. In this interactive workshop, participants will learn to create beautiful paper sculptures of endangered animals while discovering the stories behind these remarkable creatures and the challenges they face in the wild.

Mushroom Walk with New York Mycological Society
2025-09-27 14:00 - 16:00
Free with museum admission.
Join the New York Mycological Society on a campus walk to observe, identify and document the surprising diversity of mushrooms hidden in plain sight all around us. Look closely and see what you can find! Magnifying hand lenses will be loaned to attendees. Beginners and all ages 7+ are welcome!

Walk 1: 2pm – 3pm
Walk 2: 3pm – 4pm
Please meet in the museum lobby 15 minutes before each walk.

NYMS Walk Leaders:
Wilton Rao is an engineer, naturalist and amateur mycologist specializing in the diversity of urban lichens. He has led mycological walks and workshops at New York Botanical Garden, Brooklyn Botanical Garden, Pioneer Works and other NYC cultural institutions. Passionate about urbanism, ecology, and their intersection, he spends his time documenting the wildlife of NYC in every park, lawn, and train platform he explores.
Maya Han is a walk co-leader and Cultural Programmer for NYMS where, since 2022, she has launched and stewarded the club’s collaborations between the arts and sciences. As a mycophile and filmmaker she is committed to environmental justice, alternative world making, and community building.
Maren Fossi is an amateur mycologist and ecologist. Maren has been a fungal ID specialist and walk leader at NYMS, Alice Austen House, and Climate Week NYC. She is involved with Break into Biotech and Genspace NYC, with a focus on fungal development and fostering engagement with the natural world. She received her B.S. in Ecology and Anthropology from Vanderbilt University.

About New York Mycological Society (NYMS):

Observing, identifying and documenting New York City’s surprising diversity of mushrooms all year round is at the heart of what we do. Our programming also includes ID meetings, lectures, workshops, cultural and culinary events.
We’re an all-volunteer organization and welcome everyone with a love of fungi, regardless of their level of knowledge or area of interest.

Bird and Nature Walk: Clove Lakes Park
2025-10-01 10:00 - 12:00 | Clove Lakes Park
Join naturalists Ed Johnson and Ray Matarazzo with Director of Natural Science Colleen Evans on guided walks through the borough of parks.
There should be a good variety of migrant songbirds in the park, including warblers, vireos and sparrows.
Meet at the top of the park – Victory Blvd and Royal Oak Road.

Crafternoons: Crochet Granny Squares with Jade Dinkins
2025-10-11 13:00 - 15:00
Includes museum admission. All materials provided. Ages 16+
$20/$15 members.
Learn to stitch a basic granny square block — one of the foundational patterns of crochet! Granny squares are used in various projects like blankets, bags, and clothing. Participants will learn the basic stitches, how to work in rounds, and how to combine colors and textures to create their own unique squares.

Museum Tour: Path Through History Weekend
2025-10-11 15:00 - 16:00, 2025-10-12 15:00 - 16:00
Free with museum admission. Registration recommended.
Path Through History Weekends showcase New York State’s fascinating history. Enjoy a free guided tour of the Staten Island Museum, learn about the borough of Staten Island, and enjoy our collections and featured exhibitions.

Bird and Nature Walk: North Park (Freshkills)
2025-10-15 10:00 - 12:00 | Freshkills North Park, 350 Wild Ave., Staten Island, NY, 10314, United States
Join naturalists Ed Johnson and Ray Matarazzo with Director of Natural Science Colleen Evans on guided walks through the borough of parks.
William T. Davis Memorial Walk and Hawk Watch
The highlight will be a good assortment of sparrows along the entry road, plus raptors, etc., as we honor the memory of Staten Island’s greatest naturalist (born Oct. 12, 1862).
Meet in the parking lot (see map).

Front Five Walking Tour: Open House New York Weekend
2025-10-18 12:00 - 14:00
Celebrate the NYC Landmark Preservation Law’s 60th Anniversary. Snug Harbor’s Front Five aka Colonnade Row (Buildings A B C D E) were the Staten Island’s first landmark designated buildings in 1965. Join us for a walking tour with John Kilcullen, Vice President of the Preservation League of Staten Island to learn about the wonderful history of these architectural marvels and amazing structures.
Please meet at the Gatehouse (Pictured below) on Richmond Terrace at 12pm. The tour will begin there.

Circa 1870s.
Photograph courtesy of the Library of Congress.

Bird and Nature Walk: Brookfield Park
2025-10-29 10:00 - 12:00 | Brooklfield Park, Arthur Kill Rd. bet. Richmond Ave. and New Vale Ave., Staten Island, 10308, United States
Join naturalists Ed Johnson and Ray Matarazzo with Director of Natural Science Colleen Evans on guided walks through the borough of parks.
There should still be some lingering songbirds and raptors around, in addition to newly arrived wintering waterfowl.
Meet in the parking lot off Arthur Kill Road.

Bird and Nature Walk: Wolfe’s Pond Park
2025-11-12 10:00 - 12:00 | Wolfe’s Pond Park, 420 Cornelia Ave., Staten Island, NY, 10312, United States
Join naturalists Ed Johnson and Ray Matarazzo with Director of Natural Science Colleen Evans on guided walks through the borough of parks.
The diversity of habitats (freshwater pond, woodlands, Raritan Bay) should yield a good mix of late migrants and winter residents.
Meet in the parking lot near the Parks Dept. buildings.

Artist Talk: Sarah Yuster “Freshkills, Contemporary Phoenix”
2025-11-15 14:00 - 15:00
Free with museum admission.
Join Freshkills Artist-in-Residence Sarah Yuster for an exploration of her new series of paintings Freshkills, Contemporary Phoenix.
Sarah Yuster is a painter known for her urban landscapes and insightful portraits.
“…armed with the tenet that small, ordinary truths often illuminate larger fields, I paint with an eye towards the tension and beauty that can occur when humanity, technology and the natural world convene at random points.”
Yuster’s perspective embraces the vortex. Her particular ability to convey atmosphere, air and subtle light, results in paintings that nail a moment, flash a glimpse or hint at a mystery.
https://www.sarahyuster.com/

Bird and Nature Walk: Silver Lake Park
2025-11-26 10:00 - 12:00 | Silver Lake Park, 700 Victory Boulevard, Staten Island, New York, 10301
Join naturalists Ed Johnson and Ray Matarazzo with Director of Natural Science Colleen Evans on guided walks through the borough of parks.
We will check the reservoirs for migrating waterfowl, and the plantings around the park for late migrant/winter resident songbirds.
Meet on Victory Blvd., across from the last cemetery on the right. (Vicinity of Parks Dept greenhouse)

Bird and Nature Walk: Blue Heron Park
2025-12-03 10:00 - 12:00 | Blue Heron Park, 222 Poillon Ave, Staten Island, NY, 10312
Join naturalists Ed Johnson and Ray Matarazzo with Director of Natural Science Colleen Evans on guided walks through the borough of parks.
The feeders behind the nature center will be the highlight here, in addition to walking the woodland trails in search of wintering birds. Meet in the parking lot at the Visitor’s Center.

Edible Island Food Fair at the Holiday Hop!
2025-12-06 11:00 - 16:00 | Staten Island Museum at Snug Harbor, 1000 Richmond Terrace, Building A, Staten Island, NY, 10301, United States
Let your culinary imagination guide you through a market full of delicious local and regional treats to give this holiday season! This delectable fair is filled with specialty items and artisanal goods both sweet and savory. Shop local and support small businesses and the creative community at the Holiday Hop! — a unique, campus wide holiday market.
Featured Vendors Include:
Always Eat Good Food: Featuring artisan breads like croissants, Japanese milk buns, and panettone as well as handmade beef patties.
Hazel’s 423: Bringing incredible soul food favorites, including jerk chicken tacos, empanadas, and sweet potato pie.
Beezy Beez Honey: Offering Staten Island–made raw honey and fresh New York natural low-pasteurized milk.
Farmer Dave: Showcasing small-batch artisan breads, jams, preserves, baked goods, lentil burgers, and warming soups like butternut squash and escarole with beans.
Kali Cooks NYC: Featuring loaded hot chocolates in fun flavors like Oreo and Nutella, plus a nice selection of seasonal soups.
Batangas Best LLC: Offering packaged coffee, hot coffee drinks, as well as their famous pastry “food for the gods.”
Whisk and Wonder by K: Serving delicious cakes, bars, and treats, including mango-coconut chiffon cake, espresso cake, among others.
Roots & Wings: A mobile charcuterie cart with 13 curated options featuring meats, cheeses, fruits, nuts, and crackers on eco-friendly trays.
Belli Baci Bakery: Offering classic and specialty Italian and American desserts, handmade breads, fresh breakfast items, sandwiches, pizzas, antipasti, salads, and small plates.
La Tortuga Kitchen: Serving authentic Mexican favorites like tacos, Jarritos, and traditional desserts.
On Your Mark Chocolatiers: Featuring handcrafted artisan chocolate created by exceptional individuals.
Maddie’s’ Sweet Treats: Sweet treats with a sweeter mission. Part of Maddie’s proceeds are donated to a different charity every month.
The Sacred Crumb: Offering their signature Blessing Box, along with fudgy brownies, soft cookies, and small-batch homemade granola.
Castleton Farm To Bagel: Selling a variety of holiday specialties.
Sweet Obsessions by JAM: Baked goods, specialty cookies, cakes, and rolls.

The shop is free to enter. Admission to the Museum’s galleries is by recommended donation.

Crafts & Cocoa
2025-12-07 11:00 - 16:00
Free admission. Donations welcome.
Rest your shopping feet and enjoy some hot cocoa while you craft a pop-up holiday card. All materials (and cocoa) provided.

Bird and Nature Walk: Great Kills
2025-12-17 10:00 - 12:00 | Great Kills Park
Join naturalists Ed Johnson and Ray Matarazzo with Director of Natural Science Colleen Evans on guided walks through the borough of parks.
After checking the area around the parking lot for horned lark and snow buntings, we will check the shore area for wintering waterfowl, and eventually head out to Crooke’s Point.
Meet in the big parking lot.

Bird and Nature Walk: Great Kills Park
2026-01-14 10:00 - 12:00 | Great Kills Park
Join naturalists Ed Johnson and Ray Matarazzo with Director of Natural Science Colleen Evans on guided walks through the borough of parks.
We will be looking around the waterfront for waterfowl, as well as checking the area around the parking lot for horned lark and perched raptors, in addition to taking walk out to Crooke’s Point.. Meet near the playground in the first large parking lot.

Here You Are: Staten Island Triennial Members and Private Opening
2026-01-22 18:00 - 20:00 | Staten Island Museum at Snug Harbor, 1000 Richmond Terrace, Building A, Staten Island, NY, 10301, United States
Registration by invitation only.
For more information about registration or how to become a member, please contact the Development Office at 718-483-7114.
Become a member to attend the preview of Here You Are: Staten Island Triennial
Here You Are presents new work in fiber, painting, film, photography, and graphic design. Seven Staten Island artists forge a path through the here and now, navigating questions and anxieties around identity, heritage, and home. Featured artwork is introspective and far reaching, exploring spaces that feel familiar, haunting, lonely, and powerful. This triennial exhibition illuminates the layered worlds hidden in plain sight.
Artists: Roemello Agjmurati, Gabri Christa, Olga Ginzburg, Siobhan McBride, Arjuna Prieur-Routte, Lynore Routte, and Lea Simoniello.
Curated by Rylee Eterginoso
Support from the NYC Department of Cultural Affairs and New York State Council on the Arts

Here You Are: Staten Island Triennial Public Opening Reception
2026-01-24 14:00 - 16:00 | Staten Island Museum at Snug Harbor, 1000 Richmond Terrace, Building A, Staten Island, NY, 10301, United States
Free with Museum Admission
Here You Are presents new work in fiber, painting, film, photography, and graphic design. Seven Staten Island artists forge a path through the here and now, navigating questions and anxieties around identity, heritage, and home. Featured artwork is introspective and far reaching, exploring spaces that feel familiar, haunting, lonely, and powerful. This triennial exhibition illuminates the layered worlds hidden in plain sight.
Artists: Roemello Agjmurati, Gabri Christa, Olga Ginzburg, Siobhan McBride, Arjuna Prieur-Routte, Lynore Routte, and Lea Simoniello.
Curated by Rylee Eterginoso
Support from the NYC Department of Cultural Affairs and New York State Council on the Arts

Bird and Nature Walk: Wolfe's Pond Park
2026-01-28 10:00 - 12:00 | Wolfe’s Pond Park, 420 Cornelia Ave., Staten Island, NY, 10312, United States
Join naturalists Ed Johnson and Ray Matarazzo with Director of Natural Science Colleen Evans on guided walks through the borough of parks.
Wolfe’s Pond Park offers a diverse variety of habitats to search, including the pond, thickets, woodlands and the waters of Raritan Bay. Meet in the parking lot near the Parks Dept. buildings.

Bird and Nature Walk: South Beach/Fort Wadsworth
2026-02-11 10:30 - 12:30 | South Beach Park, Father Capodanno Blvd and Sand Ln, Staten Island, New York, 10305
Join naturalists Ed Johnson and Ray Matarazzo with Director of Natural Science Colleen Evans on guided walks through the borough of parks.
In addition to the usual (and maybe unusual) species of waterfowl and gulls that winter here, we will also be on the lookout for harbor seals. Meet in the parking lot off Capodanno Blvd, opposite Sand Lane.

Midwinter Recess - Family Art Workshops (Collage)
2026-02-18 13:00 - 15:00
February 18,19, 20, 1:00pm-3:00pm
$5, includes museum admission.
Join us every afternoon for art and craft-based activities inspired by the museum’s collection.
Wednesday – Collage
Thursday – Drawing
Friday – Mixed media painting

Midwinter Recess - Family Art Workshops (Drawing)
2026-02-19 13:00 - 15:00

Midwinter Recess - Family Art Workshops (Mixed Media Painting)
2026-02-20 13:00 - 15:00

SKIN Dance Company Celebrates Black History Month
2026-02-21 14:00 - 15:30
Tickets: $25 adults, $10 for children ages 5 and up. 5 and under are free.
Registration required. Includes museum admission.
Join us for a powerful afternoon of movement, memory, and legacy as SKIN Dance Company honors Black History Month through Afrocentric choreography, ancestral storytelling, and cosmic celebration. Featuring excerpts from Josephine’s Cotton: The Musical, this performance pays tribute to the spirit of Josephine Baker—artist, activist, and icon of liberation.

Bird and Nature Walk: Brookfield Park
2026-02-25 10:00 - 12:00 | Brooklfield Park, Arthur Kill Rd. bet. Richmond Ave. and New Vale Ave., Staten Island, 10308, United States
Join naturalists Ed Johnson and Ray Matarazzo with Director of Natural Science Colleen Evans on guided walks through the borough of parks.
The wide open skies of Brookfield Park make it the ideal place to search for wintering raptors, while the creeks hold a variety of waterfowl. Meet in parking lot off Arthur Kill Road.

Bird and Nature Walk: Conference House Park
2026-03-11 10:00 - 12:00 | Conference House Park, 298 Satterlee St., Staten Island, NY, 10307
Join naturalists Ed Johnson and Ray Matarazzo with Director of Natural Science Colleen Evans on guided walks through the borough of parks.
We will check the waterfront for late wintering waterfowl, as well as the plantings around the park for early spring arrivals. Meet on Satterlee St. by the Visitor’s Center.

Triennial Artist Talk: Siobahn McBride and Lea Simoniello
2026-03-14 14:00 - 15:30
Free with museum admission.
Join Here You Are artists Siobhan McBride and Lea Simoniello in the auditorium and gallery to learn more about their artwork and creative practice. McBride’s paintings are descriptions of strange and quotidian experiences, passages from books, film fragments, things caught in the corner of the eye and an attempt to conjure slippery memories. Simoniello’s work is a deeply personal
excavation of body, gender, and psychological landscape. Through oil painting, graphite, and textile sculpture, Simoniello explores themes of femininity, masculinity, abuse, athleticism, and vulnerability.

Bird and Nature Walk: Mount Loretto Unique Area
2026-03-25 10:00 - 12:00 | Mount Loretto Unique Area, 20 Kenny Road, Staten Island, NY, 10309, United States
Join naturalists Ed Johnson and Ray Matarazzo with Director of Natural Science Colleen Evans on guided walks through the borough of parks.
We will be searching the fields, woodlands and waterfront for wintering songbirds, raptors and waterfowl, and maybe some early spring migrants. Meet in the parking lot off Hylan Blvd.

Hekate Supper: Performative Lecture with Artist Kay Turner
2026-03-28 14:00 - 16:00
Free with museum admission.
Join artist and scholar Kay Turner as she unfolds the archetype of Hekate, Greek goddess of many things–the Crossroads, the Underworld, the Moon. She was also very much associated with the cycle of fruition and decay. Her worshippers held “suppers” for her at crossroads shrines and left the refuse in her honor.
