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CENTER FOR SCIENCE TEACHING & LEARNING

Exhibits and Science Programs at Tanglewood Preserve In Rockville Centre, NY

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Welcome to the Center for Science Teaching and Learning (CSTL)

CSTL is an organization dedicated to science literacy. CSTL creates educational programs for kids, schools, and families. Here you can explore the different programs we offer from our dinosaur museum to our family and summer programs, as well as school trip programs and our annual Halloween event. Please sign up to stay informed with our monthly newsletter.

Just for Families

DINOSAUR EXHIBIT

See robotic and skeletal life size dinosaurs and live animals such as snakes, birds, turtles and lots more in natural settings! Appropriate for all ages. Learn about animal and dinosaur adaptations, what’s so special about each dinosaur or animal that helped it survive? Hands-on activities and a dino dig too!

 

DINOSAUR EXHIBIT

See robotic and skeletal life size dinosaurs and live animals such as snakes, birds, turtles and lots more in natural settings! Appropriate for all ages. Learn about animal and dinosaur adaptations, what’s so special about each dinosaur or animal that helped it survive? Hands-on activities and a dino dig too!

 

BIRTHDAY PARTIES

Book Your Party With Us!

We have the most exciting dinosaur and animal exhibit anywhere! See robotic dinosaurs and 40 different animals. Your guests will get to see the new exhibit Dinosaurs! and Animal Adventure.

Spooky Fest

SPOOKY FEST

 

Taking place at the Tanglewood Preserve in Rockville Centre, Long Island, the grounds are transformed into a family-friendly Halloween event with scary and non-scary options available. Wooded paths and festivities on the preserve will be featured, with eerie lighting, special effects, and characters along the way.  (RAIN OR SHINE!)

Just for Kids

NATURE’S KIDS NOW ENROLLING FOR 2024-25

Our philosophy is to provide a stimulating and meaningful first school experience for your child. We foster a partnership between dedicated, nurturing teachers and involved caring parents.

SUNDAY SCIENCE

A monthly drop-off program where your child will learn about different science topics in a hands-on and fun way!

 

NATURE’S KIDS NOW ENROLLING FOR 2024-25

Our philosophy is to provide a stimulating and meaningful first school experience for your child. We foster a partnership between dedicated, nurturing teachers and involved caring parents.

SUNDAY SCIENCE

A monthly drop-off program where your child will learn about different science topics in a hands-on and fun way!

 

Schools & Groups

Schools & Groups

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Be Curious About The Center For Science Teaching And Learning!

CSTL is where natural curiosity is inspired. As a science education organization, CSTL is dedicated to providing people of all ages with a place to engage in informal science learning. CSTL also creates signature corporate programs and delivers educational workshops locally and around the world.

The Center for Science Teaching and Learning is a registered 501(C3) nonprofit organization.

What Our Customers Have To Say!
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Great Place!

Really great place for both students and teachers to learn/participate in project based learning opportunities. Dr. Ray Ann is the nicest!

– Michael A. , Google
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Such A Great Experience! ❤

My daughter takes the school's out classes and she absolutely loves it. Today they fed a goat, pet and learned about a python and did a Dino dig.. along with other stem related things.

– Michelle C. , Google
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Nice Facility!

My kids have a great time at the programs they have there, we are regular customers. Summer programs and educational for kids. Nice facility with a lovely museum and zoo with dinosaurs and live animals for kids to enjoy. An easy Long Island attraction to visit.

– James B. , Google
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Dinosaur Exhibit Was Great!

Such A Great Place!

So much to learn and see. The live animals are kept in very clean environments. Such a great place, will definitely visit there again!

– Lisa K. , Facebook
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They Were Fantastic!

The staff was very helpful and kind when my son was the only one of his friends that didn’t get a ticket and it was sold out.

– Donna Carbonaro B. , Facebook
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It Was A Wonderful Experience!

Staff is very nice and kids definitely have fun at this place very interesting.

– Steven I. , Facebook
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So Much Fun!

Wonderful experience for all ages, so much fun. Very knowledgeable and wonderful people making the experience special.

– Martha C. , Facebook