Bring family or a friend to Wave Hill’s signature Holiday Workshop Weekend for a chance to go DIY in a naturally serene setting. I am always grateful that I have the gardens as a destination during the holiday season. The noise and hustle and bustle elsewhere in the tri-state area can be overwhelming—just when I realize I really need to slow down. Even better, there is a project for everyone, no matter what tradition you celebrate at year’s end.
Thu, December 7‒Fri, December 22 Members Sale in The Shop at Wave Hill
Wave Hill Members enjoy a discount of 20% on all their purchases in The Shop, from December 1 through December 22.
PERKINS VISITOR CENTER, 10AM‒4PM
Sat, December 9 Family Art Project: Put Wave Hill in the Palm of Your Hand
Working with the hamsa, or hamesh, the multicultural symbol of an open hand, explore the spiritual side of the holidays and celebrate the universal human desire for protection and peace. Trace your hand, or use a template, to make a palm-shaped amulet. Decorate it with winter scenes from Wave Hill or with natural materials found on the grounds. Embellish with beads, yarn or sequins, and string several together to form a poignant hanging. Free, and admission to the grounds is free until noon.
WAVE HILL HOUSE, 10AM‒1PM
Sat, December 9 Holiday Workshop Weekend: Mulled Cider Kits
Drop by this weekend to create your own gifts and holiday decorations inspired by the gardens at Wave Hill. Create mulled cider/wine kits using fragrant winter spices, with a handmade tag for a delicious seasonal gift. Sip a complimentary cup of cider while you assemble your treat! $15 materials fee per project. Admission to the grounds is not included in the materials fee. Children eight and older welcome with an adult.
WAVE HILL HOUSE, 11AM‒3PM
Sat, December 9 Holiday Workshop Weekend: Natural Wreaths and Swags
Drop by this weekend to create your own gifts and holiday decorations inspired by the gardens at Wave Hill. Using fresh greens harvested from our gardens, design a verdant wreath or swag accented with natural materials and elegant accessories. Senior Horticultural Interpreter Charles Day demonstrates simple floral techniques and provides plenty of materials to fuel your creative spirit. $45 materials fee per project. Admission to the grounds is not included in the materials fee. Children eight and older welcome with an adult.
WAVE HILL HOUSE, 11AM‒3PM
Sat, December 9 Holiday Workshop Weekend: Miniature Arrangements
Drop by this weekend to create your own gifts and holiday decorations inspired by the gardens at Wave Hill. Fashion a pair of sweet miniature arrangements in tiny containers using fresh greens, pinecones and other natural materials. Director of Public Programs Laurel Rimmer offers creative guidance. $25 materials fee per project. Admission to the grounds is not included in the materials fee. Children eight and older welcome with an adult.
WAVE HILL HOUSE, 11AM‒3PM
Sun, December 10 Winter Birding
The Hudson River Valley hosts an impressive diversity of bird species during the winter months. Explore Wave Hill’s tranquil gardens and woodlands with naturalist Gabriel Willow to observe birds in their winter habitats. Birders of all levels welcome.Ages 10 and older welcome with an adult. Severe weather cancels. Free with admission to the grounds; NYC Audubon members enjoy two-for-one admission to the grounds.
MEET AT PERKINS VISITOR CENTER, 9:30AM
Sun, December 10 Family Art Project: Put Wave Hill in the Palm of Your Hand
Working with the hamsa, or hamesh, the multicultural symbol of an open hand, explore the spiritual side of the holidays and celebrate the universal human desire for protection and peace. Trace your hand, or use a template, to make a palm-shaped amulet. Decorate it with winter scenes from Wave Hill or with natural materials found on the grounds. Embellish with beads, yarn or sequins, and string several together to form a poignant hanging. Free with admission to the grounds.
WAVE HILL HOUSE, 10AM‒1PM
Sun, December 10 Holiday Workshop Weekend: Mulled Cider Kits
Drop by this weekend to create your own gifts and holiday decorations inspired by the gardens at Wave Hill. Create mulled cider/wine kits using fragrant winter spices, with a handmade tag for a delicious seasonal gift. Sip a complimentary cup of cider while you assemble your treat! $15 materials fee per project. Admission to the grounds is not included in the materials fee. Children eight and older welcome with an adult.
WAVE HILL HOUSE, 11AM‒3PM
Sun, December 10 Holiday Workshop Weekend: Natural Wreaths and Swags
Drop by this weekend to create your own gifts and holiday decorations inspired by the gardens at Wave Hill. Using fresh greens harvested from our gardens, design a verdant wreath or swag accented with natural materials and elegant accessories. Senior Horticultural Interpreter Charles Day demonstrates simple floral techniques and provides plenty of materials to fuel your creative spirit. $45 materials fee per project. Admission to the grounds is not included in the materials fee. Children eight and older welcome with an adult.
WAVE HILL HOUSE, 11AM‒3PM
Sun, December 10 Holiday Workshop Weekend: Miniature Arrangements
Drop by this weekend to create your own gifts and holiday decorations inspired by the gardens at Wave Hill. Fashion a pair of sweet miniature arrangements in tiny containers using fresh greens, pinecones and other natural materials. Creative guidance offered by Director of Public Programs Laurel Rimmer. $25 materials fee per project. Admission to the grounds is not included in the materials fee. Children eight and older welcome with an adult.
WAVE HILL HOUSE, 11AM‒3PM
Sun, December 10 Garden Highlights Walk
Join a Wave Hill Garden Guide for an hour-long tour of seasonal garden highlights. Free with admission to the grounds.
MEET AT PERKINS VISITOR CENTER, 2PM
Mon, December 11
Closed to the public.
A 28-acre public garden and cultural center overlooking the Hudson River and Palisades, Wave Hill’s mission is to celebrate the artistry and legacy of its gardens and landscape, to preserve its magnificent views, and to explore human connections to the natural world through programs in horticulture, education and the arts.
HOURS Open all year, Tuesday through Sunday and many major holidays: 9AM–4:30PM, November 1–March 14. Closes 5:30PM, starting March 15.
ADMISSION $8 adults, $4 students and seniors 65+, $2 children 6–18. Free Saturday and Tuesday mornings until noon. Free to Wave Hill Members and children under 6.
PROGRAM FEES Programs are free with admission to the grounds unless otherwise noted.
Visitors to Wave Hill can take advantage of Metro-North’s one-day getaway offer. Purchase a discount round-trip rail far and discount admission to the gardens. More at http://mta.info/mnr/html/
DIRECTIONS – Getting here is easy! Located only 30 minutes from midtown Manhattan, Wave Hill’s free shuttle van transports you to and from our front gate and Metro-North’s Riverdale station, as well as the W. 242nd Street stop on the #1 subway line. Limited onsite parking is available for $8 per vehicle. Free offsite parking is available nearby with continuous, complimentary shuttle service to and from the offsite lot and our front gate. Complete directions and shuttle bus schedule at www.wavehill.org/visit/.
Information at 718.549.3200. On the web at www.wavehill.org.
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