Sunday, April 14, 2024

Wave Hill Weekly Events May 2 – May 9 | Artisan Market & Horticultural Lecture with Troy Scott Smith


We had such an amazing party celebration this week for the eclipse! Now it feels like the garden is truly coming to life as well, just in time for Mother’s Day. Looking forward to our Springtime Artisan Market. Our Shop carefully selects some really wonderful local craftspeople with so many unique gifts to choose from. We’re also very excited about our next lecture May 8th with Troy Scott Smith, Head Gardener at the worldclass Sissinghurst Garden in the UK.  

Garden Highlights Walk 
Free with admission to the grounds 
Registration not required 

Join a knowledgeable Wave Hill Garden Guide for a leisurely stroll in the gardens. Topics vary by season and the expertise of the Guide--come back for an encore; each walk varies with the Guide leading it. This walk lasts a half-hour to 45 minutes. Public Garden Walks are most appropriate for adults or young adults.  

Springtime Artisan Market
Free with admission to the grounds 

Our Artisan Market at Wave Hill is now popping up in Spring – just in time for Mother’s Day! Discover a diverse collection of handmade wonders, where craftsmanship meets creativity in historic Wave Hill House. Whether you're seeking unique decor for the home, a thoughtful gift, or a wearable piece of art, our Artisan Market is a treasure trove of carefully curated items that reflect the individuality of their creators. Engage with the makers themselves. Learn about their craft and the inspiration behind each piece, from bespoke leather goods to one-of-a-kind jewelry.  

Family Art Project: Wear a Garden
Free with admission to the grounds  
Registration not required  

What is pollination all about? Why is it so important for our gardens? Let’s make a hat with flowers, bees and butterflies to help us explore this peculiar pollen process. 

At 11:30AM, families can enjoy a storytime program in the Gund Theater; all ages welcome.  

Garden Highlights Walk 
Free with admission to the grounds 
Registration not required 

Join a knowledgeable Wave Hill Garden Guide for a leisurely stroll in the gardens. Topics vary by season and the expertise of the Guide--come back for an encore; each walk varies with the Guide leading it. This walk lasts a half-hour to 45 minutes. Public Garden Walks are most appropriate for adults or young adults.  

Sissinghurst: Navigating the Intersection of Artistry and Nature 
$50, including admission to the grounds and reception. Wave Hill Members save 10% 
Registration required 

During his time as Head Gardener at Sissinghurst, Troy Scott Smith has been on a mission to rejuvenate the design intent of Vita Sackville-West and Harold Nicolson. His efforts thus far have resulted in a garden more authentic to the original, reviving the artistic spirit of its creators and unlocking a sense of place, rooted in the natural landscape and the seasons. In this illustrated lecture, Troy will take us on a journey from the original plan and plantings through decades of interventions to the current garden of today. He will discuss what he and his team are doing to preserve the heritage of Sissinghurst while addressing the pressing issues of climate crisis, biosecurity, and biodiversity. Lecture followed by a reception with light refreshments. 

Questions? Please email us at information@wavehill.org or call 718.549.3200 x251. 

HOURS: 10AM–5:30PM, Tuesday–Sunday 
Shuttle Service is Back! Free from Subway and Metro-North, Thursday–Sunday 

Information at 718.549.3200. On the web at wavehill.org.   

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