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The Paul Smith Children’s Village is a must-see children’s garden for all ages, even the grown-up kind! The garden features a wetlands area, a sheepherder wagon, a secret garden, tipis, a farmer’s windmill, and more!

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Field Trippin'

We offer field trips for a variety of ages that are approximately 45 minutes in length. Field trip topics are science curriculum-based on grade and quarter. Visit our field trip page to book your field trip today! We start booking school-based field trips for the coming school year (September-May) on July 1. We start booking field trips for the Summer (June-August) on January 1.  ON SEPTEMBER 17, 2025 WE SCHEDULED OUR LAST OPEN FIELD TRIP DATE FOR THE ACADEMIC SCHOOL YEAR

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Drop-In!

Drop-in classes are designed for children of all ages. Classes are set up for individuals to just show up and participate if they care to join us. Each class focuses on art, exploration, science, and horticulture. Come join us for some educational mischief!

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Group Visitin'

All youth camps, daycares, school groups, or groups with more than 15 kids must call to schedule their visits. Note: There must be a minimum supervision of one adult (age 19 and over) for every five children in the group. Unscheduled visits and/or having a lack of adequate supervision will result in being asked to leave.

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Monthly Calendars

Printable. If you'd like a piece paper to recycle next month!

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History and Sustainability

Learn more about how the Paul Smith Children's Village started.

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Printable Map

Printable. If you'd like a piece paper to recycle in the future.

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Wish List

We can't do it without you! If you are interested in donating tangible donations for our classes read more to see our wish list.

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