Fri, December 6
Wave Hill Members Sale in The Shop
Find naturally appealing gifts for everyone on your shopping list this holiday season, from the handsome new book about Wave Hill, Nature into Art: The Gardens of Wave Hill, to jewelry and accessories for the women--and men--in your life, children’s books and toys.
Perkins Visitor Center, 10AM–4:30PM
Sat, December 7
Family Art Project: Transformational Terrariums
The author Ahrundati Roy tells us that “a new world is not only possible, she is on her way. On a quiet day I can hear her breathing.” How will you bring your imagination to envision the kind of world we can create together? Infuse your vision for how you’d like the earth to look with messages of possibility. Try on what it feels like to be an urban planner planting more street trees, an environmentalist protecting watersheds, or a policy-maker helping to daylight a brook by using natural materials, plants, and clay to create your very own mini terrarium from upcycled glass jars. Free, and admission to the grounds is free until noon.
Wave Hill House, 10AM–1PM
Sat, December 7
Wave Hill Members Sale in The Shop
Find naturally appealing gifts for everyone on your shopping list this holiday season, from the handsome new book about Wave Hill, Nature into Art: The Gardens of Wave Hill, to jewelry and accessories for the women--and men--in your life, children’s books and toys.
Perkins Visitor Center, 10AM–4:30PM
Sat, December 7
Holiday Workshop: Miniature Arrangements
Drop by this weekend to create your own gifts and holiday decorations inspired by the gardens at Wave Hill. In this drop-in workshop, fashion a pair of sweet miniature arrangements in tiny containers using fresh greens, pinecones and other natural materials. Give your arrangements as gifts, or enjoy them on your own holiday table. Creative guidance offered by Director of Public Programs Laurel Rimmer. $30 materials fee per project. Admission to the grounds is not included in the materials fee. Ages eight and older welcome with an adult. Holiday Workshop Weekend event.
Wave Hill House, 11AM–3PM
Sat, December 7
Holiday Workshop: Natural Wreaths
Craft one-of-a-kind holiday decorations using fresh greens harvested from Wave Hill’s gardens. Each participant designs a verdant wreath accented with natural materials and elegant accessories. Senior Horticultural Interpreter Charles Day and florist Hanako Shimamoto demonstrate simple floral techniques and provide plenty of materials to fuel your creative spirit. $45 materials fee per project. Admission to the grounds is not included in the materials fee. Ages eight and older welcome with an adult. Holiday Workshop Weekend event.
Wave Hill House, 11AM–3PM
Sat, December 7
Holiday Workshop: Poured Beeswax Candles
Mix and pour your own candles guided by expert beekeeper and candlemaker Pam Golben. Cozy up your home with seasonal scents made with pure natural beeswax infused with aromas such as peppermint, fir, orange, or cinnamon. $15 materials fee per project. Admission to the grounds is not included in the materials fee. Ages eight and older welcome with an adult. Holiday Workshop Weekend event.
Wave Hill House, 11AM–3PM
Sun, December 8
Winter Birding
The Hudson River valley hosts an impressive diversity of bird species, even 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. NYC Audubon members enjoy two-for-one admission to the grounds.
Meet at Perkins Visitor Center, 9:30AM
Sun, December 8
Family Art Project: Transformational Terrariums
The author Ahrundati Roy tells us that “a new world is not only possible, she is on her way. On a quiet day I can hear her breathing.” How will you bring your imagination to envision the kind of world we can create together? Infuse your vision for how you’d like the earth to look with messages of possibility. Try on what it feels like to be an urban planner planting more street trees, an environmentalist protecting watersheds, or a policy-maker helping to daylight a brook by using natural materials, plants, and clay to create your very own mini terrarium from upcycled glass jars. Free with admission to the grounds.
Wave Hill House, 10AM–1PM
Sun, December 8
Wave Hill Members Sale in The Shop
Find naturally appealing gifts for everyone on your shopping list this holiday season, from the handsome new book about Wave Hill, Nature into Art: The Gardens of Wave Hill, to jewelry and accessories for the women--and men--in your life, children’s books and toys.
Perkins Visitor Center, 10AM–4:30PM
Sun, December 8
Holiday Workshop: Miniature Arrangements
Drop by this weekend to create your own gifts and holiday decorations inspired by the gardens at Wave Hill. In this drop-in workshop, fashion a pair of sweet miniature arrangements in tiny containers using fresh greens, pinecones and other natural materials. Give your arrangements as gifts, or enjoy them on your own holiday table. Creative guidance offered by Director of Public Programs Laurel Rimmer. $30 materials fee per project. Admission to the grounds is not included in the materials fee. Ages eight and older welcome with an adult. Holiday Workshop Weekend event.
Wave Hill House, 11AM–3PM
Sun, December 8
Holiday Workshop: Natural Wreaths
Craft one-of-a-kind holiday decorations using fresh greens harvested from Wave Hill’s gardens. Each participant designs a verdant wreath accented with natural materials and elegant accessories. Senior Horticultural Interpreter Charles Day and florist Hanako Shimamoto demonstrate simple floral techniques and provide plenty of materials to fuel your creative spirit. $45 materials fee per project. Admission to the grounds is not included in the materials fee. Ages eight and older welcome with an adult. Holiday Workshop Weekend event.
Wave Hill House, 11AM–3PM
Sun, December 8
Holiday Workshop: Poured Beeswax Candles
Mix and pour your own candles guided by expert beekeeper and candlemaker Pam Golben. Cozy up your home with seasonal scents made with pure natural beeswax infused with aromas such as peppermint, fir, orange, or cinnamon. $15 materials fee per project. Admission to the grounds is not included in the materials fee. Ages eight and older welcome with an adult. Holiday Workshop Weekend event.
Wave Hill House, 11AM–3PM
Sun, December 8
Garden and Conservatory Highlights Walk
Join a Wave Hill Garden Guide for a public tour of seasonal garden highlights. Free with admission to the grounds.
Meet at Perkins Visitor Center, 2PM
Mon, December 9
Wave Hill is closed.
Tue, December 10
Wave Hill Members Sale in The Shop
Find naturally appealing gifts for everyone on your shopping list this holiday season, from the handsome new book about Wave Hill, Nature into Art: The Gardens of Wave Hill, to jewelry and accessories for the women--and men--in your life, children’s books and toys.
Perkins Visitor Center, 10AM–4:30PM
Wed, December 11
Wave Hill Members Sale in The Shop
Find naturally appealing gifts for everyone on your shopping list this holiday season, from the handsome new book about Wave Hill, Nature into Art: The Gardens of Wave Hill, to jewelry and accessories for the women--and men--in your life, children’s books and toys.
Perkins Visitor Center, 10AM–4:30PM
Thu, December 12
Wave Hill Members Sale in The Shop
Find naturally appealing gifts for everyone on your shopping list this holiday season, from the handsome new book about Wave Hill, Nature into Art: The Gardens of Wave Hill, to jewelry and accessories for the women--and men--in your life, children’s books and toys.
Perkins Visitor Center, 10AM–4:30PM
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 – $10 adults, $6 students and seniors 65+, $4 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. 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.
