Sat, June 9 Woodworking Workshop: Build a Rustic Garden Tuteur
Inspired by the rustic garden structures at Wave Hill, construct a “tuteur” (a.k.a. tripod trellis) under the expert guidance of master woodworker and Wave Hill Director of Facilities Frank Perrone. Use cedar posts, branches and simple tools to create a one-of-a-kind piece for your garden or large container. No previous carpentry skills needed! $90. Wave Hill Members save 10%. Registration required, online at www.wavehill.org or at the Perkins Visitor Center.
MEET AT PERKINS VISITOR CENTER, 9:30AM–4PM
Sat, June 9 Family Art Project: Paper Sky Lanterns
Venture outside to sketch and observe the sky for cloud shapes and inspiration. Cut colorful tissue
paper into shapes resembling your favorite sky scene. Is it a day of sunshine, or is a single cloud hovering in a blue summer sky? Work with a simple papier-mâché method to transform your sky scene into globe-like lanterns. Free, and admission to the grounds is free until noon.
WAVE HILL HOUSE, 10AM‒1PM
Sat, June 9 Garden Highlights Walk
Join a Wave Hill Garden Guide for an hour-long tour of seasonal garden highlights. Free, and admission to the grounds is free until noon.
MEET AT PERKINS VISITOR CENTER, 11AM
Sat, June 9 Gallery Tour
Learn about Glyndor Gallery exhibitions on a tour led by Wave Hill’s Curatorial Fellow. Avifauna: Birds + Habitat features artworks that delve into the relationship between birds and their habitats—from the role birds play in propagating plants to changes in how natural and built environments affect migration patterns. Artists working in photography, video, artist books, wall painting, installation, drawing and sound include Tatiana Arocha, Tanya Chaly, Marna Chester, Nina Katchadourian,Paula McCartney, Jeff Mertz, Peter Morgan, Sarah Nicholls, James Prosek, Jenna Spevack and Fred Tomaselli. In the Sunroom Project Space, Austin Ballard’s installation Rumors is on view. Fabricating furniture using cane webbing and epoxy clay, Austin Ballard constructs an immersive domestic setting. Intended as functional sculpture, the forms are reminiscent of Victorian furniture and recall Wave Hill’s history as a private home. Free with admission to the grounds.
GLYNDOR GALLERY, 2PM
Sun, June 10 Summer Birding
Naturalist Gabriel Willow contributes his extensive knowledge of diverse bird species and their behavior on these walks through the gardens and woodlands. Observe the plants, insects and habitats at Wave Hill that make it so appealing for such a wide variety of birds. Birders of all levels welcome! Ages 10 and older welcome with an adult. Free with admission to the grounds. NYC Audubon Members enjoy two-for-one admission.
MEET AT PERKINS VISITOR CENTER, 9:30AM
Sun, June 10 Family Art Project: Paper Sky Lanterns
Venture outside to sketch and observe the sky for cloud shapes and inspiration. Cut colorful tissue
paper into shapes resembling your favorite sky scene. Is it a day of sunshine, or is a single cloud hovering in a blue summer sky? Work with a simple papier-mâché method to transform your sky scene into globe-like lanterns. Free with admission to the grounds.
WAVE HILL HOUSE, 10AM‒1PM
Sun, June 10 Yoga in the Garden
Enjoy a morning yoga class in the gardens, offered in partnership with Yoga Haven. All levels welcome; please bring a mat and be on time. Meets indoors in case of rain. Online registration suggested, or register day-of at the Front Gate. Yoga sessions continue through July 29. $25 per session. Wave Hill Members save 10%.
ON THE GROUNDS, 10–11AM
Sun, June 11 Family Nature Walk
Join naturalist and educator Gabriel Willow on a family-friendly walk through the gardens or woodlands. Ages six and older welcome with an adult. Registration is not required. Free with admission to the grounds.
MEET AT WAVE HILL HOUSE, 1PM
Sun, June 10 Art Workshop: Botanical Illustration
Botanical Illustration is the intersection of art and science. Observe and record the intricate details of Wave Hill’s summer blooms with exhibiting artist and naturalist Gabriel Willow. Using pen and pencil techniques, practice accurate and scientific depictions of plants and flowers. Supplies are included; all skill levels welcome. Ages 12 and up welcome with an adult. $55. Wave Hill Members save 10%. Registration required, online at www.wavehill.org or at the Perkins Visitor Center. Space is limited.
WAVE HILL HOUSE, 2–4PM
Sun, June 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
Sun, June 11 Garden Walk: Poppies in the Garden
With their delicate petals, slender stems and shapely seed heads, poppies are true garden aristocrats. Join Senior Horticultural Interpreter Charles Day to see a plethora of poppies in the garden, from bright-red field poppies and soft-orange Atlantic poppies to the many-hued cultivars of Oriental and bread seed poppies. The walk concludes at Wave Hill House for a poppy seed cooking demo. Free with admission to the grounds.
MEET AT PERKINS VISITOR CENTER, 2PM
Sun, June 11 Cooking Demo: Cooking with Poppy Seeds
Many countries have centuries-old traditions of using poppy seeds in cooking and baking. Rich in minerals, they add flavor and texture to countless recipes. Discover creative ways to use poppy seeds and sample tasty dishes prepared by a chef from Great Performances. Free with admission to the grounds.
WAVE HILL HOUSE, 3PM
Mon, June 11
Closed to the public.
Tue, June 12 Garden Highlights Walk
Join a Wave Hill Garden Guide for an hour-long tour of seasonal garden highlights. Free, and admission to the grounds is free until noon.
MEET AT PERKINS VISITOR CENTER, 11AM
Tue, June 12 Gallery Tour
Learn about Glyndor Gallery exhibitions on a tour led by Wave Hill’s Curatorial Fellow. Avifauna: Birds + Habitat features artworks that delve into the relationship between birds and their habitats—from the role birds play in propagating plants to changes in how natural and built environments affect migration patterns. Artists working in photography, video, artist books, wall painting, installation, drawing and sound include Tatiana Arocha, Tanya Chaly, Marna Chester, Nina Katchadourian,Paula McCartney, Jeff Mertz, Peter Morgan, Sarah Nicholls, James Prosek, Jenna Spevack and Fred Tomaselli. In the Sunroom Project Space, Austin Ballard’s installation Rumors is on view. Fabricating furniture using cane webbing and epoxy clay, Austin Ballard constructs an immersive domestic setting. Intended as functional sculpture, the forms are reminiscent of Victorian furniture and recall Wave Hill’s history as a private home. Free with admission to the grounds.
GLYNDOR GALLERY, 2PM
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–5:30PM, March 15–October 31. Closes 4:30PM, starting November 1.
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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