Thinking of the best ways to spend your luminous late-summer days? Our garden walks offer the chance to enjoy a naturally serene afternoon in the gardens. View current exhibitions through a gallery tour in Glyndor Gallery or stop by the Family Art Project to participate in hands-on art-making.
Family Art Project: Teeny, Tiny Things to See [Onsite] Sat, August 27, 2022, 10AM–1PM
Sun, August 28, 2022, 10AM–1PM
Free with admission to the grounds
Wave Hill House Lawn
Get lost in the teeny, tiny details found in plants, water and soil through microscopy photography. Layer felt, drawings and ephemera to create soft sculptures that help make the invisible worlds visible.
In case of inclement weather the program will move indoors. Please note the following important COVID-related information to ensure everyone’s safety if we move inside:
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Approximately nine families will be able to participate at a time, based on the time each family arrives.
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If capacity is full when you arrive, we will provide a “come back” card so you will have first entry for the next session.
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Each family will receive its own set of materials and cleaning will happen in between seating participants.
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Masks are now optional.
Reservations not required.
Public Gallery Tour [Onsite]
Sat, August 27, 2022, 2–3PM
Free with admission to the grounds
Meet at Greeter Desk in Glyndor Gallery
Exhibitions at Glyndor Gallery explore the dynamic relationship between nature, culture and site. When exhibitions are open, public gallery tours of the exhibitions are led by Gallery Greeters on Thursdays and Saturdays. Visitors can expect an in-depth look at artworks on view in Glyndor Gallery and in the Sunroom Project Space, showcasing the work of both emerging and established artists in a unique environment. Each tour lasts approximately 45 minutes.
Today’s tour features current exhibitions.
Reservations not required.
Public Garden Highlights Walk [Onsite]
Sun, August 28, 2022, 2–2:45PM
Free with admission to the grounds
Meet at Perkins Visitor Center
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. Severe weather cancels.
Registration is not required for this drop-in event. Public Garden Highlight Walks are most appropriate for adults or young adults. Not intended for groups; maximum five people allowed to sign up together, groups should sign-up for Private Garden Tours.
Public Garden Highlight Walks follow a variety of routes along mixed-material pathways and varying elevations. Accessible routes are available as requested; please indicate your need to the Wave Hill staff at the Greeter Desk in the Perkins Visitor Center.
Plant “Pick-of-the-Day” [Onsite]
Wed, August 31, 2022, 12–12:30PM
Free with admission to the grounds
Meet at Perkins Visitor Center
A Wave Hill Garden Guide shares the most notable plants or garden features of the day on this bite-size walk. Severe weather cancels.
Advance registration is not available for this drop-in event, and space is limited. Garden Walks are most appropriate for adults or young adults. Not intended for groups; maximum five people allowed to sign up together, groups should sign-up for Private Garden Tours.
Garden Walks follow a variety of routes along mixed-material pathways and varying elevations. Accessible routes are available as requested; please indicate your need to the Wave Hill staff at the Greeter Desk in the Perkins Visitor Center.
Questions? Please email us at information@wavehill.org or call 718.549.3200 x251.
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