Events

Discover what moths are fluttering under Newport’s night skies! Aided by a black light and a white sheet, we will get an up-close look of the exquisite beauty and diversity […]

Head out with the park naturalists and try your hand at Nature journaling. This is an activity designed for everyone, no matter your skill level. What nature journaling is: What […]

Join Brian Forest for an engaging exploration of the rocks beneath our feet and the forces that shaped the landscape of Door County. We’ll discuss the three basic rock types, […]

Insects are an underappreciated, yet a very important part of our ecosystem.  Retired arborist and educator Donna Danielson will help you learn more about the importance of insects, their life […]

Combine Newport’s beauty with the joy of painting to create a plein air masterpiece! Join the naturalists and talented volunteers to explore outdoor painting techniques using watercolors. Artists of all […]

Explore, rediscover and connect with the plants of Newport guided by the book, ‘Let’s Botanize!’. Join the park naturalist on an exploratory walk as we follow a selection of prompts […]

This is a drop-in interpretive program. Grab a magnifying glass and start your search! Freely explore the miniature world beneath your feet or complete a family-friendly scavenger hunt for tiny […]

From shimmering fish scales to vivid bird feathers, structural colors change how we see the world around us. Learn how structural colors work and common examples at Newport while experimenting […]