Wave Hill Events July 15-July 22

July 6, 2021 5:00 PM·

Summer is unfolding in the gardens! Sweeping views and gorgeous foliage invite you to spend your week reconnecting with nature. And we have great news! Shuttle service to and from Metro-North and the #1 subway resume Thursday, July 1. Find the full shuttle schedule here.

And if you’re seeking an artistic adventure this week, register for an art workshop led by artist Zachari Logan, whose work is currently on view in Glyndor Gallery. More artmaking follows with Family Art Project on the weekend—a perfect opportunity for families to stay connected to art and nature. See details below.

Art Workshop: Contemporary Botanical Collage with Zachari Logan (Virtual)

Thursday July 15, 11AM-2PM

Art Workshop: Contemporary Botanical Collage with Zachari Logan – Wave Hill

Exhibiting artist Zachari Logan returns to Wave Hill with new work that engages ideas of beauty, empirical explorations of landscape and overlapping art-historic motifs. In this two-day intensive workshop, Logan guides participants to combine observational drawing with the techniques of paper mosaic and collage, drawing on inspiration from the intricate cut-paper botanical portraits of 18th C. artist Mary Delany. Class includes a virtual tour of the current exhibition in Glyndor Gallery with the artist-instructor: The Shadow of the Sun: Ross Bleckner and Zachari Logan. All skill levels welcome. The workshop meets from 11AM to 2PM both days. Registration required, and opens soon online or at 718.549.3200 x251. Registration closes on July 13. Once you register, you will receive a follow-up email including a secure and private link to this virtual event. Questions? Please email us at information@wavehill.org or call the telephone number and extension provided here.

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Family Art Project: The Brilliance of Seeds and Weeds (On-site)

Saturday July 17, 10AM-1PM

Family Art Project: The Brilliance of Seeds and Weeds – Wave Hill

Weeds are defined for their ability to grow in the most unexpected places. Seeds are first able to take root through dispersal to grow where they will thrive. Honor the resilience of weeds and seeds through using these plant parts as materials to make paper. Illustrate the journey that these plants take, from germination to dispersal. Questions? Please email us at information@wavehill.org or call 718.549.3200 x251. The number of families able to participate at any given time will be limited to about five. If you arrive and capacity is full, program staff will provide a “come back” card so you will have first entry for the next session. Shine only. Check the website starting at 8AM morning of, for the status of the day’s program. Be sure to dress appropriately for the weather and to work with natural materials. Have your masks on when you arrive! And please be prepared to respect physical distancing throughout your stay. The location will be the Conifer Slope, just to the right of, and below, Wave Hill H

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Family Art Project: The Brilliance of Seeds and Weeds (On-site)
Sunday July 18, 10AM-1PM

Family Art Project: The Brilliance of Seeds and Weeds – Wave Hill

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Garden Highlights Walk (On-site)

Sunday July 18, 2-3PM

Garden Highlights Walk – Wave Hill

Join a knowledgeable Wave Hill Garden Guide on a tour of favorite garden areas and summer highlights. Severe weather cancels. Walks do not include the Conservatory at this time. This walk ends at 2:45PM. Garden Highlight Walks are most appropriate for adults or young adults. Not intended for groups; maximum 5 people allowed to register together. Registration required, onsite on the day of the walk, at the Perkins Visitor Center. Space is limited. Questions? Please email us at information@wavehill.org or call the telephone number and extension provided here.

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HOURS: 10AM–5:30PM, Tuesday–Sunday.

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

Author: Robert Press

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