Thank you for your belief in and support of Smith! While are not offering free visiting hours during the Winter season, there are many ways that you can continue playful learning with us:
Winter Closure
December 2020 through March 2021*
*birthday parties and school groups may still reserve private visits
Play is Not Cancelled!
In spite of the many challenges we faced in 2020, Smith has not wavered from our dedication to supporting families and promoting the social, emotional, cognitive and physical development of children. After developing new digital programming last Spring during the state-wide stay-at-home orders and reopening to the public with increased cleaning and visitor screening procedures on June 16th (all carried out by our small, but mighty staff of 6 full-time employees!), we now have had to make some tough decisions going into the colder months that will allow for overall staff wellness and budget relief.
Below are ways you can continue to stay engaged with us during the cold weather months. We look forward to reopening the Playground and the renovated Playhouse in March of 2021!
Virtual Programs
Smith has a new Mobile App and television program called Smith Play Jawn that engages children in playful learning activities that can be done with everyday materials at home!
Playhouse and Urban Nature Preschool to Open Spring 2021
Playhouse renovations are expected to be completed by the end of December and we plan to reopen the Playhouse to visitors as soon as deemed appropriate under the prevailing COIVD-19 guidelines. Smith’s new Urban Nature Preschool will open in Fall 2021 with enrollment details available in early 2021. Learn More
We deeply value our relationship with our visitors, members, and supporters and will continue to keep you abreast of developments that occur as we respond to the impact of the global pandemic. Please consider making a donation to our non-profit organization to help us continue our 121-year legacy of being a free resource for children to play, learn, and heal together.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to us at your convenience.
