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Join Assistant Curator Ted Barrow in a lively and enlightening tour of our special exhibition, Maya Lin: A River Is a Drawing, during which he will discuss the form and content of Lin’s site-specific installations, inspired by the Hudson River.

…community sharing our knowledge and ideas? Or is Earth the only planet with life? We Are Aliens! is narrated by Rupert Grint (from the Harry Potter films) that takes you…

Join the Time Master, narrated by Andy Serkis (Gollum in The Lord of the Rings), on a 13.8-billion year adventure through time and space. Recommended for ages 8+; 26-minute show plus Q&A. Advance reservations are encouraged.

Get an in-depth look at A River Is a Drawing with Guest Curator Miwako Tezuka, who guides visitors through the artist’s site-specific installations, all created in response to the Hudson River.

Dan Shapley, Water Quality Program Director, Riverkeeper, talks about the grassroots foundations of the Riverkeeper movement and its mission. Learn how dozens of community scientists are working to restore and protect our local waterways and how you can contribute. Followed by a guided tour of Maya Lin: A River Is a Drawing.

The stars tell the story of beautiful Andromeda, who is punished by the gods for her mother’s bragging, sacrificed to a sea monster, and then rescued by Perseus. Recommended for ages 8+; 25-minute show plus Q&A. Advance ticket purchase is encouraged.

Enjoy Thanksgiving weekend at the HRM with activities for all! Teaching Artist-in-Residence Jim Keyes spins traditional and modern tales of the Hudson River in Legends and Lore of the Hudson.

Early Explorers is a dedicated space for families with children up to age 5 to explore, play, and recharge. Discover a selection of books, toys, and activities.   Photo: Camille Knop

Celebrating Maya Lin: A River Is a Drawing with DJ AceMo and dancing Curator tours with Miwako Tezuka Cosmic travel in the Planetarium Drinks and light hors d’oeuvres #HRMAfterDark Admission includes 2 drinks. Additional drinks available for purchase. All guests must be 21+. Valid ID required for entry. Sponsored by Simone Development Companies and Westchester

Peggy Shepard, co-founder and executive director of WE ACT For Environmental Justice, located in West Harlem, talks about environmental racism, climate change, and food justice and how her organization empowers and organizes low-income people of color to build healthy communities for all. Shepard has a long history of organizing and engaging Northern Manhattan residents in