Drive to Sunken Meadow State Park
Head to the park entrance and drive in.
Sunken Meadow State Park
Paint a shell, hang a shell
Our shell tree is a little reminder that joy is something we can share. Each shell carries a smile, a wish, or a piece of someone’s day left behind for the next person to discover.
Take a shell, paint a shell, hang a shell and let the simple beauty of nature connect us. It’s about small acts of kindness. One shell, one smile at a time.
Get involved
How you can help.
Artists and kids of all ages and skill levels are welcome. Pick the way that fits you best.
Paint shells
We are looking for volunteers to paint shells. Artists and kids of all ages and skill levels are welcome.
Collect shells
Help us collect shells on the beach.
Donate art supplies
Acrylic paints / markers, nylon string, spray paint, etc.
Drop off and pickup spots
Shell drop off and pickup locations in Long Beach and Kings Park.
Visiting the tree?
Keep the area clean and clear of garbage, broken shells and fallen string.
Sign up to volunteer.
Fill out the form below and we’ll get you started.
Directions to the tree.
The shell tree lives in Sunken Meadow State Park. Here’s how to find it. 1 Sunken Meadow State Pkwy N, Kings Park, New York
Park at Field 3
In the far right corner near the hiking trails.
Walk over the steel bridge
The tree is located directly next to the wind phone.
Get your school club involved!
We are connecting with local clubs, organizations and anyone else that shares the same passion about our mission. Join the list of participating schools:
- Kings Park High School Environmental Club
- Kings Park High School Seas Club
- Oceanside High School Environmental Club
- Plainedge High School National Honor Society
- South Side High School Eco Ocean Club
- Smithtown Public Library
- Our Lady of Lourdes Middle School
- Long Beach Lindell Elementary School Art Class
- Long Beach West Elementary School Art Class
- West End Elementary Lynbrook Student Council
- Uniondale Northern Parkway School Art Club
- Howitt Middle School National Junior Honor Society
- Malverne Middle School Science Class
- Lynbrook High School Environmental Club
- Great Neck North Earth Club
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Take a shell, paint a shell, hang a shell.
Small acts of kindness. One shell, one smile at a time.