Keep Kids Busy for Presidents' Week

Sagamore Hill National Historic Site

What better way to celebrate U.S. presidents than pay one of their homes a visit? Head up the road to Teddy Roosevelt's summer home. Although guided tours won't operate until after the rehabilitation project is over, the site is open for self guided tours at the visitors own pace.

Keep the kids busy at the Syosset Public Library:

Be sure to call the library ahead as some events have limited capacity.

Mon., 2:30 p.m. Children's Movie: Dolphin Tale (Watch the trailer on the right side of your screen).

Thurs., 2:30 p.m. Erik's Reptile Adventures

Kids in kindergarten through fifth grades get hands on interaction with amphibians and reptiles.

Fri., 2 p.m. Family Crafternoon

Families with children ages three and up create crafts. No registration required.

Exclusive LI Showing: Washington's Crossing the Delaware

Commissioned by former Nassau County Executive Thomas Suozzi, Mort Künstler’s new, historically accurate rendition of Washington crossing the Delaware will be on view at the museum through Presidents Week.

Where: Nassau County Museum of ArtPrice: $10

Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery & Aquarium

Turn trash to treasure, see winter wildlife, hatchery tours and feeding demos at the nearby family friendly aquarium.

When: Daily, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Price: $6 for adults, $4 for children (3-12 years old), $4 for people over 65, FREE for children 2 and under.