Just
a reminder that our hours change starting March 15, when we are open
until 5:30pm, taking advantage of the increasingly long, lovely days of
spring.
SAT, MARCH 16 FAMILY ART PROJECT—PRIMITIVE PRINTS
Primitive Prints/Impresiones primitivas
Search
for prints made by critters venturing out into the March mud. Then,
with just a few, simple gestures―plus tempera paint and an easy
printmaking method―make big, bright, bold prints of your own. Free, and
admission to the grounds is free until noon.
ECOLOGY BUILDING, 10AM‒1PM
SAT, MARCH 16 GARDEN WOODWORKING: URBAN BIRD HOUSE WORKSHOP
Construct
a multi-tiered birdhouse “condo” with master carpenter and Wave Hill
Facilities Manager Frank Perrone. Using basic woodworking tools,
assemble a one-of-kind sculptural home for your garden’s avian friends.
The finished birdhouse can be mounted on a pole, hung from a tree or
enjoyed indoors as a decorative piece. No carpentry experience required.
Ages 12 and older welcome with an adult. Space is limited. $60
Member/$75 Non-member per project. Registration required, online at www.wavehill.org, by calling 718.549.3200 x305 or at the Perkins Visitor Center.
WAVE HILL WOODSHOP, 10AM–4PM
SAT, MARCH 16 “BEHIND-THE-GREENHOUSE” GARDEN TOUR
Venture
through closed doors for a behind-the-scenes garden tour of Wave Hill.
Peek inside the Potting Shed, preview the South African bulbs getting
ready for their dazzling Palm House debut and get a first look at some
of the exciting plants destined for our summer display, with
Horticultural Interpreter Charles Day. Free with admission to the
grounds.
MEET AT PERKINS VISITOR CENTER, 2PM
SUN, MARCH 17 FAMILY ART PROJECT—PRIMITIVE PRINTS
Primitive Prints/Impresiones primitivas
Search
for prints made by critters venturing out into the March mud. Then,
with just a few, simple gestures―plus tempera paint and an easy
printmaking method―make big, bright, bold prints of your own. Free with
admission to the grounds.
ECOLOGY BUILDING, 10AM‒1PM
SUN, MARCH 17 WINTER WORKSPACE: COLOR MIXING AND INTERACTION IN PAINTING
Visitors
gain insight into Winter Workspace artist Francisco Donoso’s creative
process and explore the winter landscape as a source of inspiration.
Donoso leads a short discussion on the mixing, interaction and basic
properties of color. Participants will use this knowledge to create
their own vibrant paintings inspired by the gardens. Art materials are
provided unless otherwise noted. Workshops are open to all visitors ages
12 and over when accompanied by an adult. Space is limited, so
registration is recommended, at www.wavehill.org, by calling 718.549.3200 x305
or at the Perkins Visitor Center. Free with admission to the grounds.
Drop-ins will be accommodated as space permits. This program also takes
place on March 9.
GLYNDOR GALLERY & ON THE GROUNDS, 10AM–1PM
SUN, MARCH 17 WINTER WORKSPACE: EXPLORING FORM—MOLD MAKING AND CASTING
Visitors
gain insight into Winter Workspace artist Onyedika Chuke’s creative
process and explore the winter landscape as a source of inspiration. In
this mold-making workshop, participants learn about different casting
techniques and then create their own molds and casts of both organic and
machined forms. Art materials are provided unless otherwise noted.
Workshops are open to all visitors ages 12 and over when accompanied by
an adult. Space is limited, so registration is recommended, at www.wavehill.org, by calling 718.549.3200 x305 or at the Perkins Visitor Center. Free with admission to the grounds. Drop-ins will be accommodated as space permits.
GLYNDOR GALLERY & ON THE GROUNDS, 1–4PM
SUN, MARCH 17 GARDEN HIGHLIGHTS WALK
Join us for an hour-long tour of seasonal garden highlights. Free with admission to the grounds.
MEET AT PERKINS VISITOR CENTER, 2PM
MON, MARCH 18
Closed to the public.
TUE, MARCH 19 WINTER WORKSPACE: PAINTING WITH NATURAL MATERIALS
Visitors
gain insight into Winter Workspace artist Tessa Grundon’s creative
process and explore the winter landscape as a source of inspiration. The
artist will demonstrate how she creates images of the environment using
natural materials such as mud and beeswax sourced onsite. Using these
techniques, participants will make their own drawings of the local
landscape. Art materials are provided unless otherwise noted. Workshops
are open to all visitors ages 12 and over when accompanied by an adult.
Space is limited, so registration is recommended, online, by calling 718.549.3200 x305 or at the Perkins Visitor Center. Free with admission to the grounds. Drop-ins will be accommodated as space permits.
GLYNDOR GALLERY, 1–4PM
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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. Closes 5:30PM, March 15—October 31.
ADMISSION $8 adults, $4 students and seniors 65+, $2 children 6—18. Free Saturday mornings until noon. Free all day Tuesdays in March. Free to Wave Hill Members and children under 6.
PROGRAM FEES Program s 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 3o 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 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.
