CALENDAR OF EVENTS
FALL 2015­–WINTER 2016
Contents
Message from the President
Exhibitions & Special Events
FRIDA KAHLO: Art, Garden, Life
Holiday Train Show®
The Edible Academy Family Garden Picnic
Rose Garden Dinner
Fall Forest Weekends
Winter Wonderland Ball
Curator’s Spotlight
Valentine’s Day
Wild Medicine in the Tropics
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Gardens & Collections
Rock Garden
Home Gardening Center
Peggy Rockefeller Rose Garden
Seasonal Walk
Peak Fall Foliage
Ladies’ Border
The Winter Landscape
Native Plant Garden
Enid A. Haupt Conservatory
Thain Family Forest
Azalea Garden
Perennial Garden
Benenson Ornamental Conifers
Nancy Bryan Luce Herb Garden
Arthur and Janet Ross Conifer Arboretum
Mitsubishi Wild Wetland Trail
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For Kids | Program & Classes
Dig! Plant! Grow! Hands-On Gardening Activities
Mario Batali’s Kitchen Gardens
Cooking Demonstrations
Children’s Gardening Program
Family Dinner with Mario Batali’s Chefs
Outdoor Nature Exploration
Culinary Kids Weekend
Winter Break Science Camp
Children’s Birthday Parties
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For Adults | Program & Classes
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Sampling of Classes
17th Annual Landscape Design Portfolios
Lecture Series: Designing the Unexpected
16th Annual Winter Lecture Series: Chelsea Gold
All-Day Saturday Programs
Holiday Classes
Andrew Carnegie Distinguished Lecture:
NYBG Scientists in Myanmar: Tackling
21st-Century Challenges
Native Plants Summit: Current Status,
Conservation, and Outlook for Plants
of the Northeast
Invasive Species Summit: Challenges,
Strategies, and Perspectives
Symposium: Growing the Urban Farm
Mobile Apps & Guide
Greenmarket
Tours
Members-Only Events
Trips
Gallery Talk
Curator-Led Tours
Clean-Up Days–Thain Family Forest
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Shopping, Dining, & Groups
Shop in the Garden
Dining
Commitment to Sustainability
Group Tours & Tickets
Photo and Film Shoots
Private Events and Entertaining
Children’s Birthday Parties
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Visit
Hours
Tickets
Directions
Accessibility
Contact Us
Plan Your Visit
Save the Dates
Stay Connected
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About NYBG
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Support
Garden Membership
Gift Memberships
Volunteering
Garden Patrons Program
The Perennial Society
Corporate Support
Annual Fund
Honor and Memorial Gifts
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Admission included in All-Garden Pass /Members
Free unless otherwise noted. All-Garden Pass
details on page 40. Buy tickets and get more
information at nybg.org or 718.817.8700.
The year 2016 marks the 125th
Anniversary of the founding of The
New York Botanical Garden. Since
1891 the Garden has been a museum
of plants dedicated to achieving
excellence in horticulture, education,
and plant research and conservation. Today it is one of the
great cultural institutions in the world, a preeminent center
for botanical research, a natural treasure for visitors of
all ages, and a leader in plant-based education. While we
pause briefly to acknowledge our past, we must always
look forward in order to continue to fulfill the ambitious
goals of our founders; in doing so, we are committed to:
• stewardship of the historic landscape the institution
has protected since the 1890s, and continued
development of an urban oasis to inspire and teach
large numbers of visitors to love and value nature;
• research that generates original knowledge about
biodiversity for the use of conservation organizations and
public policymakers worldwide, and graduate programs
that train new generations of plant biologists and
conservationists;
• multidisciplinary interpretive exhibitions and
educational programs that reveal the deep connections
between plants and people, nature and culture, and
illuminate the importance of gardens to human health and
to the lives and work of influential artists and thinkers;
• programs designed to improve scientific literacy
among school teachers and children of all ages to
increase their awareness, knowledge, and understanding
of the natural world;
• a focus on developing the economy of the Borough of
the Bronx through ongoing employment opportunities and
capital projects and the well-being of its residents through
urban farming and community garden programs.
As ever, the Garden will embrace these mandates with
vitality and enthusiasm. You can help support these efforts
by visiting throughout the seasons, attending special
events, volunteering, becoming a Member or Patron, and
of course donating. All of the details can be found in
these pages—I am confident you will find something for
everyone! Please know that your participation will make a
difference in the Garden’s far-reaching impact both locally
and around the world.
Gregory Long
Chief Executive Officer
The William C. Steere Sr. President
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Exhibitions & Special Events
FRIDA KAHLO: Art, Garden, Life
Through November 1
This blockbuster exhibition is the first to
examine Frida Kahlo’s keen appreciation for
the beauty and variety of the natural world, as
evidenced by her home and garden as well as the
complex use of plant imagery in her artwork.
Featuring a rare display of more than a dozen
original Kahlo paintings and works on paper, this
limited six-month engagement also reimagines
the iconic artist’s famed garden and studio at the
Casa Azul, her lifelong home in Mexico City.
Exhibition Donors:
Mobile Media supported by
Gillian and
Robert Steel
The LuEsther T. Mertz
Charitable Trust
Karen Katen
Foundation
New York State Council on the Arts with the
support of Governor Andrew Cuomo and the
New York State Legislature.
This exhibition is supported by an indemnity from the Federal Council on the Arts and the Humanities.
Support also provided by the Arthur F. and Alice E. Adams Charitable Foundation, Allwin Family Foundation, Milton and Sally Avery Arts Foundation, The Kurt Berliner Foundation,
Estrellita and Daniel Brodsky, Club Med, E.H.A. Foundation, Inc., The Jacques and Natasha Gelman Foundation, Anna-Maria and Stephen Kellen Foundation, Mex-Am Cultural
Foundation, Inc., Modelo Especial, New York Council for the Humanities, Pineda Covalin, and Prestige Paints
Any views, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this exhibition do not necessarily represent those of the National Endowment for the Humanities.
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An evocation of Frida Kahlo’s iconic garden in the Conservatory
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FRIDA KAHLO: Art, Garden, Life
Casa Azul in the Enid A. Haupt Conservatory
The Haupt Conservatory is alive with the colors of Kahlo’s
Mexico, greeting visitors with an evocation of the artist’s
garden at the Casa Azul (Blue House), her lifelong home.
Passing through blue courtyard walls, visitors stroll along lava
rock paths lined with flowers and showcasing a variety of
important garden plants from Mexico. A scale version of the
artist’s pyramid—created to display pre-Hispanic art collected
by her husband, muralist Diego Rivera—features traditional
terra-cotta pots containing desert plants found in her garden.
The exhibition includes a reimagining of Kahlo’s studio
overlooking the garden, as well as the organ pipe cactus fence
located at Rivera’s studio in nearby San Ángel. Experience the
Casa Azul as the ultimate expression of Kahlo’s connection to
Mexico and the natural world.
Kahlo’s Works in the Art Gallery
The LuEsther T. Mertz Library’s Art Gallery exhibition, curated
by Adriana Zavala, Ph.D., features 14 of Kahlo’s paintings and
works on paper—many borrowed from private collections—
highlighting the artist’s use of botanical imagery in her
work. Focusing on her lesser-known yet equally spectacular
still lifes, as well as works that engage nature in unusually
symbolic ways, this grouping includes Self-Portrait with Thorn
Necklace and Hummingbird (1940); Flower of Life (1944);
Still Life with Parrot and Flag (1951); and Self-Portrait Inside a
Sunflower (1954).
Exhibitions in the Mertz Library are made possible by the LuEsther T. Mertz Charitable
Trust.
Additional support has been provided by The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation and by a
Challenge Grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities.
Sponsored by
Frida’s and Diego’s Mexico City in the Ross Gallery
This panel exhibition in the Arthur and Janet Ross Gallery
presents museums and other sites in Mexico City where
Kahlo’s and Rivera’s artwork and personal collections can
be viewed, conveying the scope of their contributions to the
cultural life of Mexico.
Exhibitions in the Arthur and Janet Ross Gallery are made possible by the Arthur and
Janet Ross Fund.
Sponsored by
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FRIDA KAHLO | Programs
About the Guest Curator
Adriana Zavala, Ph.D., is Associate Professor
of modern and contemporary Latin American
art history and Director of Latino Studies at
Tufts University. Zavala has curated several
exhibitions and published widely on Mexican
art. Her book, Becoming Modern, Becoming Tradition:
Women, Gender, and Representation in Mexican Art (Penn
State University Press, 2010), was awarded the Arvey Prize
by the Association for Latin American Art in 2011.
About the Guest Designer
Scott Pask is an award-winning scenic
designer who received a Bachelor of
Architecture degree and an Honorary
Doctorate of Humane Letters from the
University of Arizona, and a Master of Fine
Arts degree from the Yale School of Drama. He designed
NYBG’s Monet’s Garden in 2012 and The Orchid Show: On
Broadway in 2011. He has won Tony awards for his work
on The Book of Mormon, The Pillowman, and The Coast of
Utopia. His recent Broadway productions include Finding
Neverland, Something Rotten, The Visit, It’s Only a Play, I’ll
Eat You Last with Bette Midler, and the hit revivals Pippin,
Promises Promises, HAIR, and Nine. He designed Amaluna
for Cirque du Soleil, which is currently touring the world.
Live Music & Dance
Saturdays and Sundays, plus Monday Holidays
The best of classic and contemporary Mexican music
joins with the historic traditions of ballet folklórico for live
performances held on weekends throughout summer and
fall. Enjoy the sights and sounds of Mexico Beyond Mariachi
and Calpulli Danza Mexicana during sets in the Haupt
Conservatory Plaza and Ross Hall.
¡Cámara, Acción! Mexican Film Series
Saturdays and Sundays at 3 p.m.
Experience Frida Kahlo on the big screen with the Academy
Award-winning film Frida, directed by Julie Taymor and
starring Salma Hayek each Saturday. On Sundays, a revolving
series of compelling documentaries and features takes
you inside the vibrant culture of Mexico today, presented in
partnership with Cinema Tropical.
Mobile Guide
Explore FRIDA KAHLO from your smartphone, whether
you’re on- or off-site. Tour Kahlo’s home through images,
audio content, and videos, or go on a virtual tour of the
exhibition with archival and contemporary imagery. Take a
selfie and style it like one of Kahlo’s paintings, then share it
with your friends!
Mobile Media supported by
Textile Artisans
September 11–October 12; 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Female artisans from Chiapas demonstrate their age-old
techniques in weaving and embroidery. Using the backstrap
loom, these textile artists evoke ancient motifs with natural
dyes, striking a beautiful balance between traditional and
contemporary.
Poetry for Every Season
Octavio Paz Poetry Walk
Adjacent to the Haupt Conservatory, the works of
influential 20th-century Mexican poet Octavio Paz, many
referencing native plants and flowers, are displayed amid
the seasonal beauty of the Garden’s own collections.
Mexican Poetry Reading— Rachel Eliza Griffiths
September 19; 2 p.m.
Rachel Eliza Griffiths is a poet and photographer who
will read selected works in honor of the FRIDA KAHLO
exhibition.
Co-presented with the Poetry Society of America
¡Viva México! An Independence Day Celebration
September 19–20
Sights and sounds of Mexico enliven the Garden during this
festive weekend of Mexican Independence and Hispanic
Heritage, and Mexican poetry is brought to life during a live
reading co-presented with the Poetry Society of America. Flor
de Toloache and Calpulli Danza Mexicana performances return
for a fun-filled weekend.
Spotlight on Agave: A Tequila Story
The rich history and long-standing traditions of Mexican
tequila will be told through a living presentation of the plant
at the heart of it all—agave—for an informative look into
the botany and craftsmanship of one of the world’s favorite
spirits.
Sponsored by
Shopping & Dining
Explore Shop in the Garden’s expertly curated selection of
handcrafted items hecho en México, including ceramics,
weaving, and silver jewelry. Celebrate Día de los Muertos
with skull-adorned fashion and décor—and of course we
have Kahlo-inspired cards, accessories, clothing, and more!
Visit the Pine Tree Café for Mexican flatbreads, crisp and
spicy salads, sweet aguas frescas, and other specialty snacks
inspired by the artist’s own recipes.
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FRIDA KAHLO | Programs
Día de los Muertos Weekends
October 24, 25 and 31
November 1
FRIDA KAHLO | For Families
Frida al Fresco Evenings
September 10, 11, 17, 18, 24, 25
October 1, 9, 15, 16, 22 (LGBT Night), 29, 30; 6:30–11 p.m.
Frida’s Flora and Fauna
Through September 27; Tuesdays–Fridays; 1:30–5:30 p.m.;
Saturdays and Sundays; 10 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
Come emulate Frida Kahlo’s adventures in capturing the
beauty of her native Mexico’s flora and fauna with a visit to
the Everett Children’s Adventure Garden. Use scientific tools
as well as your own senses to look closely at the plants and
animals living and growing in NYC and, like Frida, use these
natural wonders as inspiration for your very own artistic
works. Ongoing activities:
• Have fun in the La Casita Azul playhouse kitchen
• Put on a show about Frida and her menagerie of pets in
Frida’s Puppet Theater
FRIDA KAHLO concludes with a celebration of the Mexican
tradition known for bringing together family and friends to
remember loved ones, Día de los Muertos. For two weekends
in late October, join in the festivities with a procession of
larger-than-life skeletons, butterflies, and La Catrina—the
grande dame of this colorful holiday—or stroll the Conservatory
Plaza with the stilt dancers of Los Zancudos de Zaachila
presented by Laura Anderson Barbata. Dress the part
by creating your own mask to wear or having your face
painted for the occasion! Artists in residence The Villalobos
Brothers close out these weekend fiestas at the Garden with
performances on October 31 & November 1.
Giant Pumpkin Carving with Ray Villafane Weekend
October 24 & 25; 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
Watch Master Carver Ray Villafane transform giant pumpkins
into a Día de los Muertos tableau. Enjoy daily Q&A sessions
with his additional carvers.
Giant Pumpkin Display
October 24–November 1; 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
Giant pumpkins from North America once again arrive at the
Garden, arranged in collaboration with the Great Pumpkin
Commonwealth. See how you measure up against these
giants, some weighing more than a ton!
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Enjoy these festive evenings out at the Garden by
experiencing FRIDA KAHLO after hours. Stroll through
Kahlo’s beloved Casa Azul reimagined in the Conservatory,
see rare works in the Art Gallery—and then transport yourself
to Mexico without leaving New York via live music and
performance art, all enjoyed with a complimentary Modelo
Especial draft cerveza or Jose Cuervo Tradicional margarita.
There are many ways to enjoy these exclusive evenings,
with a varied schedule of performers and events planned for
certain dates throughout the run of the series.
Non-Member $35/Member $25 (Adults 21 and over)
Advance tickets recommended; includes one complimentary
beer or margarita
Sponsored by
• Design a nature-inspired self-portrait
• Go on a color hunt around the Garden
• Pot up a sunflower seed to take home
Sponsored by
Frida’s Fall Harvest
September 29–November 1; Tuesdays-Fridays; 1:30–
5:30 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, and Monday,
October 12; 10 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
Frida-inspired activities continue in fall! Experience the
delights of the season with hands-on activities and harvestthemed displays featuring perennial favorites such as
pumpkins and gourds of all sizes, shapes, and colors, as well
as corn stalks and hay bales artfully arranged throughout the
landscape in the Children’s Adventure Garden.
Ongoing activities:
• Have fun in the La Casita Azul playhouse kitchen
• Put on a show about Frida and her menagerie of
pets in Frida’s Puppet Theater
• Design a self-portrait featuring fall fruits
• Grind dried corn using a traditional Mexican metate
• Craft a wearable science experiment using a pumpkin
seed
• Hunt for butterflies, including Monarchs migrating south
to Mexico
Cooking with Frida
Wednesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays; 2 & 4 p.m.
Hands-on activities in the Edible Academy’s Ruth Rea
Howell Family Garden bring together children and their
families to experience the colors, textures, smells, and tastes
of Frida Kahlo’s Mexican kitchen. Cooking demonstrations
feature recipes inspired by those Frida served to family and
friends, using nutritious, garden-based ingredients. Visitors
can explore and tend to the plant staples of Mexican cuisine
growing throughout the Family Garden: beans, tomatoes,
peppers, chiles, herbs, and more!
Gone Batty! Live Bat Encounter
October 10–12 (Columbus Day Weekend); 1 & 3 p.m.
Back by popular demand, this family-friendly wildlife
demonstration brings you face-to-face with different bats
such as the endangered Rodrigues bat and the Malayan
flying fox. Learn about the important role bats play in
pollination, especially for the Agave plants of Mexico. Pick
up easy practices to help make your backyard a refuge for
these important mammals.
Frida al Fresco for Families: A Spooky
Nighttime Adventure
October 23; 6:30–9 p.m.
(timed entries at 6:30 & 7:15 p.m.)
The whole family can enjoy the Frida experience on
a night out at the Garden! Capture a photo with larger-thanlife skeletons that celebrate Día de los Muertos. Grab a
Con Edison flashlight as you travel along the Whole Foods
Market® Trick-or-Treat Trail after dark. Listen for critters of
the night or sit in on a spooky ghost story. For those who
dare, see the giant pumpkin displays illuminated in the
darkness and journey along the meandering Mitsubishi
Wild Wetland Trail.
Adults and kids of all ages:
Non-Member $20/Member$15
Advance tickets recommended
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Exhibitions & Special Events
Holiday Train Show®
November 21–January 18
New York’s favorite train show is back for its
24th year, expanding on the tradition with 3,000
square feet of new display space! Explore 250
acres of crisp winter landscapes during tours of
the Garden’s many collections, experience festive
evening events, and take care of your holiday
shopping list!
Founding Sponsors
VICTORIA and ROBERT ZOELLNER
Sponsors
Karen Katen Foundation
Brooks Brothers
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An annual favorite, the Holiday Train Show® is a delight for visitors of all ages.
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Holiday Train Show® | Programs
Holiday Train Show®
About the Holiday Train Show®
A must-see New York tradition where enchanting model
trains zip through a display of 150 landmarks, each recreated with bark, leaves, and other natural materials—all
under the twinkling glow of the Haupt Conservatory. This
year’s exhibition is joined by 3,000 square feet of additional
exhibition space, making room for dozens of new trains,
bridges, and tracks. Marvel at G-scale locomotives humming
along between familiar sights such as the Brooklyn Bridge,
Statue of Liberty, and Rockefeller Center—surprising at every
turn—on a quarter-mile of track as they enliven this cherished
holiday experience.
About the Designer
Paul Busse and his team at Applied Imagination
have collaborated with the New York Botanical
Garden since the inception of the Holiday Train
Show® in 1992. The collection now numbers more than
150 replicas!
For Members
Preview:
Friday, November 20; 10 a.m.–7 p.m.
Members have access to the exhibition and special programs
before the public opening.
Member Days:
Saturday, November 21; 10 a.m.–7 p.m.
Thursday, December 3; 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
Exclusive benefits include:
• Free parking with a valid Member ID
• 20% off purchases at Shop in the Garden
• 10% discount at all dining venues
• Up to four half-price tickets for friends and family
Members Early Mornings Entry
Every weekend and December 27–January 1 starting at 9 a.m.
For Membership information, see page 42 or visit
nybg.org/membership
Holiday Train Show® Hours
Tuesday–Sunday; 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
Extended hours: 10 a.m.–7 p.m.,
Saturdays, November 21–January 18;
and December 20–January 1
Early closings: December 11 & 24; 3 p.m.
Closed: November 26 (Thanksgiving) and December 25 (Christmas)
Advance reservations are strongly recommended as tickets
do sell out. To get your tickets or for more information about
the Holiday Train Show®, visit nybg.org/hts
Evergreen Express
Check dates and times at nybg.org
Hop aboard the Evergreen Express for lively activities in the
Everett Children’s Adventure Garden, where each station
stop offers something new to create or explore! Step into
Discovery Center Depot to explore plant parts from assorted
evergreens, as well as make herbarium pressings of a conifer
specimen and craft a miniature scented sachet to take home.
Create a train puppet inspired by master puppeteer Ralph
Lee and join a musical marching parade (weekends and
school holidays). Enjoy the wonders of winter as you explore
the trails of the Adventure Garden on a hike in search of
beautiful evergreen trees and shrubs, play on our kid-sized
train engine and put on a puppet show in the Woodland
Theater.
Holiday Tree Lighting
Sunday, November 22; 4–5:15 p.m.
View the lighting of a stunning conifer display by special
guests, and join in an old-fashioned sing-along with the
Westchester Chordsmen featuring carols from many
traditions.
Bar Car Nights
November 21, December 4, 5, 18, 19, January 2, 8, 9, 15, 16;
7–10 p.m.
Festive and fun outdoor activities set the scene for
experiencing the Holiday Train Show® during these nights
for adults. Pick up a complimentary cocktail, beer, or glass
of wine as you explore the Haupt Conservatory after dark,
before heading outside for seasonal fun including live music,
ice sculpting, and fire performances.
Non-Member $35/Member $25 (Adults 21 and over)
Advance tickets recommended; includes one free drink
Visit nybg.org/priceless to start the night off with a
champagne pre-party at Shop in the Garden on select
evenings from 6 to 7 p.m.
All Aboard with Thomas & Friends™
January 2–24; check dates and times at nybg.org
Join Thomas and Driver Sam on a fun-filled, sing-along, miniperformance adventure by helping them decorate the station
in time for the big Sodor surprise party before the guest of
honor arrives! Make sure to have a professional photo taken
with Thomas to capture the special day!
Visit nybg.org/priceless to get ahead-of-the-line access
and VIP seating.
(Thomas the Tank Engine and Friends™ ©2016 Gullane [Thomas] Limited.)
Winter Poetry, Music, and Film
Check times at nybg.org
Winter Harmonies Concert Series
December 13 & 20; 4 p.m. (family concert, 2 p.m.)
Enjoy seasonal music performed by Le Tren Bleu. Special
ticket required; includes All-Garden Pass access. New this
year: special performances just for families!
Non-Member Adult: $33/Child: $20; Member Adult: $10/
Child: $7
Support provided by Vivian and Edward Merrin
Holiday A Cappella
Saturdays and Sundays, November 21–January 18
Celebrate the holiday spirit with a cappella musicians singing
your favorite carols.
Poetry for Every Season: Billy Collins
Daily
The Leon Levy Visitor Center and Perennial Garden Way are
home to train-inspired poems by former U.S. Poet Laureate
Billy Collins. Join him for a special reading of his work when
he visits on December 12.
Co-presented with the Poetry Society of America
Holiday Film Screenings
Fridays–Sundays, November 20–December 20;
Daily, December 21–31
Watch holiday classics, new and old, and train-themed films
on the big screen!
Tours
Daily
Join us for tours of the Garden’s landmarks and find the
beauty in the winter landscape.
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Exhibitions & Special Events
The Edible Academy Family Garden Picnic
Sunday, September, 27, 12:30-4:30 p.m.
NYBG has been a leader in organic vegetable gardening
education for nearly 60 years. Become a part of this longstanding tradition by bringing the whole family for an exciting
culinary adventure in the Ruth Rea Howell Family Garden
that supports a new initiative to promote healthful living.
Don’t miss this annual, family-fun afternoon of outdoor
discovery, and join special guests Chef Carla Hall, cohost of ABC’s The Chew, along with chefs from Mario
Batali’s acclaimed restaurants—Andy Nusser of Tarry
Lodge and Anthony Sasso of Casa Mono—for live cooking
demonstrations, workshops, and a delicious picnic. Kids of
any age will enjoy kitchen crafts, organic vegetable gardening
activities, live music, and so much more! All proceeds benefit
the Garden’s Edible Academy, hub of the children’s organic
vegetable gardening program.
Special ticket required; pricing and details at
nybg.org/familypicnic
Tickets start at $125 for adults and $75 for children.
Support provided by
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Rose Garden Dinner
Thursday, October 8; 5:45–10:30 p.m.
Winter Wonderland Ball
Friday, December 11; 7:30–midnight
Join NYBG in honoring rose enthusiast Julie Andrews and
our own Peggy Rockefeller Rose Garden Curator, Stephen
Scanniello, at the 25th Anniversary of the Rose Garden
Dinner. The evening offers the opportunity to enjoy cocktails
and exclusive tours among the acclaimed blooms of the
Rockefeller Rose Garden followed by an elegant dinner in
the Garden Terrace Room. The event includes the debut
of a stunning new display of Ms. Andrews’ favorite rose
cultivar, ‘Sally Holmes’, and a special presentation by Mr.
Scanniello on the sustainable gardening practices that
serve as hallmarks of this unmatched collection. Proceeds
from the Dinner will support the Fund for Horticulture and
the continued preservation and development of the historic
Rockefeller Rose Garden.
Now in its 17th year, the Winter Wonderland Ball remains
NYC’s most fashionable party of the holiday season, a blacktie event featuring cocktails, dinner, and dancing in sight of
the Haupt Conservatory’s twinkling holiday display. Begin
the evening with cocktails under the dome of the Palms of
the World Gallery, toasting the Holiday Train Show® amid an
expanded exhibition of trains, bridges, and tracks—a New York
landscape in miniature built on decades of tradition. Afterward,
join fellow guests in the Conservatory Tent for a party unlike
any other, with gourmet dining, followed by a night of swirling
gowns and perfect playlists. This event supports the Garden’s
world-renowned Children’s Education Programs, allowing
children of all ages the opportunity to learn about nature
through workshops and hands-on activities.
Special ticket required; pricing and details at
nybg.org/rosedinner
Special ticket required; pricing and details at
nybg.org/wwb
Fall Forest Weekends
November 7 & 8 and 14 & 15; 11 a.m.–4 p.m.
Explore the Thain Family Forest, the largest remaining tract
of old-growth forest in New York City, and immerse yourself
in the magnificent colors of fall foliage. See the Forest from a
different perspective with a scenic canoe trip down the Bronx
River and spot birds that call this woodland home. Treeclimbing demonstrations, guided tours, and more make for an
unforgettable autumn experience.
Support provided by
Curator’s Spotlight
Year-round
In this Garden-wide series of distinctive installations, NYBG
curators highlight special selections from their gardens and
collections, providing a glimpse into the beauty and diversity
of the plant world as seen through the lens of those who
cultivate it.
Kiku: Spotlight on Tradition
October 31–November 15
The chrysanthemum, kiku in Japanese, is the most
celebrated of all Japanese fall-flowering plants, and the
meticulously trained kiku will be on display in the BourkeSullivan Display House at the Nolen Greenhouses for
Living Collections.
Presenting Sponsor:
Additional support provided by: Sumitomo Corporation of the Americas Foundation
Valentine’s Day Featuring an Aphrodisiac Menu
at Hudson Garden Grill
Sunday, February 14
Enjoy a special prix-fixe menu created by Executive Chef
Julian Alonzo in the Hudson Garden Grill featuring a menu
inspired by aphrodisiacs. Then explore the tropical Enid
A. Haupt Conservatory, with special extended hours until
7 p.m. From noon–7 p.m., enjoy interludes of music and
expert-led chocolate mini-seminars. Advanced reservations
recommended at nybg.org/hgg
Wild Medicine in the Tropics
January 23–February 21
Explore the Enid A. Haupt Conservatory’s World of Plants
to discover plants used for health and wellness. The awardwinning companion app, Wild Medicine, gives you an indepth look at the medicinal qualities of some of the most
important plants featured in the permanent collection. The
Wild Medicine app is a Gold Winner, Mobile Applications,
2014 Media & Technology Muse Award, American Alliance of
Museums.
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Gardens & Collections
© Robert Benson Photography
Gardens & Collections
The glorious colors of fall flowers and trees
at the Garden rival the pleasures of a New
England leaf-peeping trip. Later, dustings of
early snow reveal the architecture of centuriesold deciduous trees. Towering conifers, in their
varying hues of green, stand out boldly against
the winter landscape.
Stunning fall colors in the Azalea Garden
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Gardens & Collections
Peggy Rockefeller Rose Garden (September–November)
Peak Fall Foliage (October–November)
The Winter Landscape (January–February)
Brilliant fall foliage is prominent in this diverse collection
of mountain-loving plants and delicate woodland flowers.
Among the features are a sparkling cascade and a rock-filled
stream flowing into a tranquil pond. Troughs for alpine plants
highlight rare and hard-to-grow treasures.
Long lauded as one of the most beautiful rose gardens in
the United States, the award-winning Peggy Rockefeller
Rose Garden has been transformed into one of the most
disease-resistant gardens of its kind in the world, with nearly
700 varieties on display.
Fall is the time to marvel at the glorious colors of the
Garden’s trees: red, gold, burgundy, orange, and every shade
in between. Stroll the grounds in the crisp autumn air to view
the magnificent oaks, sweetgums, tulip trees, and hickories.
A winter walk at the Garden, especially after a snowfall,
illuminates the quietude of nature. The silhouetted
framework of trees without their leaves and the power of
pines, firs, and spruces take center stage.
Home Gardening Center (Year-round)
Seasonal Walk (Year-round)
Ladies’ Border (Through December)
Native Plant Garden (Year-round)
See the best plants and gardening techniques in action in
the Pauline Gillespie Gossett Plant Trials Garden, Helen’s
Garden for the Senses, Summer Garden, Louise Loeb
Vegetable Garden, and Rodney White Country Garden.
Seasonal Walk, a 200-foot-long double border adjacent to
the Enid A. Haupt Conservatory, has been reimagined by
legendary Dutch garden designer Piet Oudolf. Using his
“new wave planting style” Oudolf has combined thousands
of native plants, perennials, grasses, and bulbs to provide a
year-round visual feast of flowers and foliage.
This 260-foot-long border features half-hardy plants not
normally grown outdoors in New York. Camellias lend their
southern charm in late fall while other rare and unusual
shrubs and perennials provide additional interest.
The importance and beauty of plants native to northeastern
North America is conveyed through a mosaic of nearly
100,000 trees, flowers, ferns, and grasses designed to
flourish in every season.
© Robert Benson Photography
Rock Garden (September–November)
Generous support for the Home Gardening Center provided by Kenneth and Ellen Roman
A gift of the Leon Levy Foundation
A project of Marjorie and Jeffrey A. Rosen
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Gardens & Collections
Enid A. Haupt Conservatory (Year-round)
Azalea Garden (Year-round)
This Victorian-style glasshouse is home to A World of Plants,
a permanent exhibition that takes you on an “ecotour” around
the world. Explore a tropical rain forest, a cactus-filled desert,
and an ever-changing landscape of flowers and foliage.
Set on 11 acres amid dramatic rock outcrops and mature
native trees, take in the beautiful fall foliage and rich layer
of perennials. In earliest spring, the garden awakes with
snowdrops, hellebores, and witch-hazels galore.
Exhibitions in the Enid A. Haupt Conservatory are made possible by the Estate of Enid A. Haupt.
Arthur and Janet Ross Conifer Arboretum (Year-round)
A project of Mr. and Mrs. Richard L. Chilton, Jr.
The Benenson Ornamental Conifers emphasize diversity of
form and color, creating a beautifully textured landscape.
Conifers of all shapes and sizes, from weeping to twisted,
dwarfs to towering specimens, can be found here in shades
of green, blue, and even yellow.
Planted across 37 acres between the Conservatory and
the Library building, this majestic collection features more
than 250 mature pines, spruces, and firs native to the alpine
forests of the American west, the windswept shores of
Japan, and the boreal forests of Alaska.
Thain Family Forest (Year-round)
Perennial Garden (Year-round)
Nancy Bryan Luce Herb Garden (September–November)
Mitsubishi Wild Wetland Trail (Year-round)
This 50-acre site is the largest remaining tract of original
forest that once covered most of New York City. Trees well
over 100 years old abound, including red, black, and white
oaks; sweetgums; tulip trees; and American beeches.
Originally laid out by landscape architect Dan Kiley with
plantings designed by renowned public garden designer
Lynden B. Miller, the Perennial Garden presents a
sophisticated mix of herbaceous perennials as well as
annuals, bulbs, ornamental shrubs, and small trees that create
a horticultural feast every day of the year.
Delight in the fragrance and soft beauty of the Herb Garden’s
green, gray, purple, and white blend of foliage and flowers.
The evergreen boxwood parterre, this garden’s formal
centerpiece designed by Penelope Hobhouse, provides
symmetry and structure, which is accentuated when the
herbs give way to fall foliage.
The Mitsubishi Wild Wetland Trail offers a close look at
natural wetland habitats. Enjoy views of common reed cattails
and keep an eye out for ducks, turtles, and other animals as
you make your way along the boardwalk. Fall foliage lights
up in the background as the cattails finish their season of
growth in fall.
© Robert Benson Photography
Benenson Ornamental Conifers (Year-round)
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Every day at the Garden, kids can embark
on an exciting adventure—discovering the
world of plants. Across the grounds and in two
gardens designed especially for kids, the Everett
Children’s Adventure Garden and the Ruth Rea
Howell Family Garden—the centerpiece of the
Edible Academy—hands-on activities introduce
youths of all ages to the thrill of science
exploration and of seeing what seeds and soil
can become.
The Children’s Gardening Program is a part of the MetLife Healthy Families Program at the Garden, made possible through the generous support of The Edible Academy and programs in the Ruth Rea Howell Family Garden are supported by Mr. and Mrs. Coleman P. Burke, Mr. and Mrs. Jonathan C. Clay, Larry E. Condon and
John J. Hoffee, the Cleveland H. Dodge Foundation, Inc., Amy Goldman Fowler, Ph.D., Robert F. Gossett, Jr., the Institute of Museum and Library Services, Jill Joyce, the Marion
Moore Foundation, Inc., Morgan Stanley, the New York City Mayor’s Office and the New York City Council, New York State and Senator Jeffrey D. Klein, Newman’s Own Foundation,
Norinchukin Foundation, Inc., Jill and Alan Rappaport, Mr. and Mrs. Charles M. Royce, Caroline A. Wamsler, Ph.D., and DeWayne N. Phillips, and Whole Foods Market®.
Additional leadership support for Children’s Education Programs is provided by the Altman Foundation, Carnegie Corporation of New York, Con Edison, Entergy Nuclear Northeast,
The Everett Foundation, William Randolph Hearst Foundation, Mrs. Andrew Heiskell, Macy's, McGraw Hill Financial, Sony, Stavros Niarchos Foundation, The Palm Foundation,
Time Warner, Inc., and The Walt Disney Company.
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Hands-on organic vegetable gardening in the Ruth Rea Howell Family Garden
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For Kids | Programs & Classes
Dig! Plant! Grow! Hands-On Gardening Activities
Ruth Rea Howell Family Garden
Open daily through November 1; 1:30–6 p.m.
(Guided Activities end at 5:30 p.m.)
Plants and imaginations grow at the Howell Family Garden,
the centerpiece of the Edible Academy, where kids are
allowed—no, encouraged!—to play in the dirt. Organic display
gardens, such as the Global Gardens and the Pickle Patch,
and daily interactive gardening activities delight and inspire.
Pollinator Pals
Through September 13
Come on out to learn about our sweet honeybees and
explore the garden to learn more about how they help
with pollination.
The Three Sisters: Corn, Beans, Squash
September 15–October 9
For hundreds of years, the Three Sisters—corn, beans, and
squash—have been favorite crops to grow together. Learn
more about the life of the Lenape who grew them and
make your own corn husk doll to explore the garden with
you—then take home!
Scarecrow Weekend
October 10–12
Hurrah, it’s time to make scarecrows! Help us dress up one
scarecrow per family to fill our garden with friendly faces.
Plant and prepare for fall with us, explore the garden with a
rebus scavenger hunt, and make marigold jewelry.
Goodnight, Garden!
October 13–November 1
Join us as we prepare the garden for the fast-approaching
winter. Plant a cover crop, bury bulbs before the frost, and
grab a rake to help us gather all of the fallen leaves. Learn
how to save the seeds from your favorite plants and
vegetables.
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Mario Batali’s Kitchen Gardens
Through November 1
As Honorary Chairman of the Edible Academy Committee,
Mario Batali is deeply committed to the goal of promoting
the benefits of a healthful lifestyle. Kids can explore the
“Dinner del Giorno!” garden beds filled with classic Italian meal
ingredients and have fun with Mario’s Menu Mystery Game.
Cooking Demonstrations
Through November 1
Cooking demonstrations inspired by FRIDA KAHLO: Art,
Garden, Life take place every Wednesday, Saturday, and
Sunday at 2 and 4 p.m. at the Whole Foods Market® Family
Garden Kitchen.
Sponsored by:
Children’s Gardening Program
Fall session begins September 12
This hands-on program offered in spring, summer, and
fall allows kids ages 3 to 12 to plant, tend, and harvest
vegetables, and provides lessons on gardening topics from
asparagus to zucchini. To learn more and register, please
call 718.817.8181.
Family Dinner with Mario Batali’s Chefs
Sunday, September 13; 5–7:30 p.m.
Enjoy a three-course, garden-to-table meal prepared by
Chefs Matt Abdoo and Melissa Rodriguez of Del Posto
using fresh, seasonal ingredients. In the outdoor Whole
Foods Market® Family Garden Kitchen also enjoy hands-on
gardening and craft activities. Programming is geared for kids
ages 4 to 12. For more information and to purchase tickets,
please visit nybg.org/Batali
Outdoor Nature Exploration
Everett Children’s Adventure Garden
Open daily during regular Garden hours; Guided Activities:
Tuesdays–Fridays, 1:30–5:30 p.m.; Saturdays & Sundays,
10 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
Explore nature and plant science through seasonally
changing programs, themed galleries, and hands-on
activities in the William and Lynda Steere Discovery
Center as well as through outdoor exploration of the
12-acre Adventure Garden.
FRIDA KAHLO for Families
Through November 1
See page 9
Tree-rific Trees
November 3–19
Dig deeper into the magnificent world of fall trees from
roots to branches. Learn to think like a scientist and track
the changing colors of the leaves. Take a break from your
research to count the rings of a giant sequoia!
Evergreen Express
November 20–January 24
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Wintertime Wonders
January 26–February 26
Inside the cozy Discovery Center kids of all ages can take
a closer look at the wonders of plants and animals in
winter. Make bark rubbings, count tree rings, craft a bud
necklace, and head back into the winter garden with a field
notebook to discover the vital sparks of life that lie just
below the surface of this quiet season in the Northeast.
Culinary Kids Weekend
February 13–15 (Presidents’ Day); 11 a.m.–3 p.m.
Join us for a weekend celebrating the relationships among
plants, farms, and your favorite foods. Family Garden staff
will offer cooking demonstrations, recipes, and hands-on
activities, with plenty of music and tastings. Tinker with the
science of kitchen chemistry and get to the root of foods at
a variety of activity stations. Daily cooking demonstrations at
1 p.m. feature kid-friendly recipes. Learn from a chef as they
share tips and samples!
Winter Break Science Camp
Kindergarten–5th grade
February 15–19; 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
Using the Everett Children’s Adventure Garden, the tropical
and desert plants in the Enid A. Haupt Conservatory, and
the Thain Family Forest and Bronx River, kids explore
the fascinating world of plants and participate in exciting
experiments, hands-on activities, and fun science games and
crafts. To learn more and register, please call 718.817.8181.
Celebrate Your Child’s Birthday at the Garden!
Garden birthday parties are fun, educational and can be
customized for an event unlike any other. During the fall and
winter, festivities are held in private areas of our Children’s
Adventure Garden, Family Garden, and the Conservatory
Green School. Special activities are planned every weekend
during the Holiday Train Show®.
Birthday Package Includes:
• Garden instructor to conduct seasonal activities
and a scavenger hunt
• Decorative paper goods and party materials
• Organic juice boxes, bottled water, and delicious pizza
• Party coordinator to oversee all party activities and
clean-up
• Complimentary parking
• All-Garden Pass admission for each guest, including entry
to all exhibitions and Tram Tour—the ultimate party favor!
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For Adults | Programs & Classes
For Adults: Programs & Classes
Beautify your green space. Exercise your
creativity. Change your career. Whatever your
motivation, the Garden has hundreds of classes
in Floral Design, Gardening, Botanical Art, and
more to inspire you. Take a single class or dig
deeper and get NYBG Certified!
A beautiful arrangement created in one of NYBG’s Floral Design classes
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Sampling of Engaging Classes Offered
This Fall and Winter
• Greens Through December:
How to Extend Your Growing Season
Saturday, September 12;
10:30 a.m.−1:30 p.m., Midtown
Saturday, October 3; 10:30 a.m.−1:30 p.m., NYBG
• Introduction to Landscape Design
Tuesdays, September 15−October 6;
6:15−9:15 p.m., Midtown
Mondays, September 21−October 5;
10 a.m.−1 p.m., NYBG
• Plein Air Painting: Getting Started
Sunday, September 21; 10 a.m.−3:30 p.m., NYBG
• Botanical Jewelry: Frida Style
Thursday, September 24; 6−9 p.m., Midtown
• Fabulous Fall and Winter Containers
Saturday, September 26; 10 a.m.−1 p.m., NYBG
• Ferntastic!
Wednesday, September 30; 9 a.m.−1 p.m., NYBG
• The Herbal Pantry
Monday, October 5; 6−8 p.m., Midtown
• Ikebana: A Comprehensive Approach
Thursdays, October 15−29; 11 a.m.−2 p.m., Midtown
• Kokedama: Magical Moss Balls
Thursday, October 22; 6−8 p.m., Midtown
• Fall Leaves in Watercolor
October 18; 10 a.m.−3:30 p.m., NYBG
• Botany for Gardeners
Thursdays, October 29−November 19;
3−5 p.m., NYBG
• Floral Design: Fundamentals of Form
Mondays, January 11−February 18;
10 a.m.−2:30 p.m., NYBG
17th Annual Landscape Design Portfolios Lecture
Series: Designing the Unexpected
Scandinavia House, 58 Park Avenue, New York City;
6:30–7:30 p.m.
This popular series features award-winning designers who
discuss their significant landscape projects, providing insight
into their working methods and design philosophies.
• Barbara Aronson—Looking For Meaning: Man-made
Landscapes in Dry Climates
Monday, October 5
• Ken Smith—Beyond the Metrics
Monday, October 19
• Peter Walker—Before the Memorial
Monday, November 2
Each lecture: Non-Member $26/Member $23
All three lectures: Non-Member $69/Member $62
Register at nybg.org/adulted
All-Day Saturday Programs
Meditation Saturdays
December 5 or February 20
Midtown Education Center
• Intro to Meditation
10:30 a.m.–12 p.m.
• Posture & Meditation Practice
12:45–2:45 p.m.
Apartment Gardener’s Saturday
November 14, Midtown Education Center
• Creating an Indoor Garden
10 a.m.–12 p.m.
• Succeed with Low-Light Plants
12:45–2:45 p.m.
• Growing Herbs Indoors
3–5 p.m.
Support provided by The Heimbold Foundation
16th Annual Winter Lecture Series: Chelsea Gold
Three Thursdays; 10 a.m.–11:30 p.m., NYBG
This year’s sparkling lineup features an international trio of
renowned garden designers who recently won Gold Medals
at the world-famous Royal Horticultural Society Chelsea
Flower Show.
• Ulf Nordfjell—Modern Gardens: The Essence of Nature
January 28
• Sarah Price—Gardening in the Round
February 25
• Luciano Giubbilei—The Art of Making Gardens
March 24
Each lecture: Non-Member $35/Member $32
All three lectures: Non-Member $95/Member $85
Register at nybg.org/adulted
Funded in part by the Barbara Cushing Paley Fund
The Andrew Carnegie Distinguished Lecture
NYBG Scientists in Myanmar: Tackling 21stCentury Challenges
Tuesday, January 12; 6–8 p.m., reception to follow
Christie’s, 20 Rockefeller Plaza, New York City
Wake Up Your Garden!
February 20, NYBG
• Jump-Start Your Garden!
10 a.m.–12 p.m.
• Soil Basics: Get It Right
12:45–2:45 p.m.
• Pruning: Shape-Up for Spring
3–5 p.m.
Get Into the Spirit with Holiday Classes!
• Fresh Boxwood and Greens Tabletop Tree
• Create a Botanical Building, inspired by the
Holiday Train Show®
• Holiday Elegance: New York Style
• Magnolia Leaf Wreath
Earth is facing a crisis: plants and animals are rapidly
approaching extinction, many before we even know
they exist. To combat these losses, NYBG scientists are
working globally to document irreplaceable flora. This
lecture will explore some of the important steps taken over
the past year to effect sustainable conservation practices
in Myanmar, a biodiversity hotspot of particular note
among global ecosystems.
Non-Member $35/Member $29
(Complimentary for Garden Patrons)
Register at nybg.org/adulted
Support has been provided by Carnegie Corporation of New York.
This event is generously hosted by Christie’s.
Class prices vary; register at nybg.org/adulted
Class prices vary; register at nybg.org/adulted
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Native Plants Summit: Current Status, Conservation,
and Outlook for Plants of the Northeast
Friday, September 18; 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
Invasive Species Summit:
Challenges, Strategies, and Perspectives
Friday, November 6; Morning Plenary, 10 a.m.–12:30 p.m.;
Afternoon Concurrent Workshops, 2–4 p.m.
Invasive species are a worldwide threat to biodiversity. This
Summit addresses their impact, discussing methods of
managing them, how restoring ecosystems can help, and
future implications. Prominent speakers on the topic will be
joined by workshops on conservation, management, research,
and education.
Morning Only: Non-Member $20/Member $10
Morning and Afternoon: Non-Member $55/Member $39
Register at nybg.org/adulted
Co-presented by
The northeastern U.S. hosts a rich diversity of essential
native plants, but many of these species are declining,
with one-quarter of them considered to be of conservation
concern in New York State alone. Despite these problems,
no comprehensive program exists to study the status of
native plants in the region. This Summit addresses our lack
of knowledge by bringing together experts to plot the best
course forward.
Non-Member $35/Member $30 (includes box lunch)
Non-Member $25/Member $20 (lunch not included)
Register at nybg.org/adulted
This project was contracted by the Lower Hudson Partnership for Regional Invasive Species
Management using funds from the Environmental Protection Fund as administered by the New York
State Department of Environmental Conservation.
Symposium: Growing the Urban Farm
Wednesday, November 18; 6–8 p.m.
Wild Medicine
Explore the Enid A. Haupt Conservatory and view
animations of plants healing the human body.
Text NYBG WILDMED to 56512
Groundbreakers
Embark on a tour of the Abby Aldrich Rockefeller
Garden in Maine and use the viewfinder to see historical
photographs and documents laid on top of real-time views
of NYBG gardens.
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FRIDA KAHLO Mobile Guide
Tour Kahlo’s home through images, audio content, and
videos, or go on a virtual tour of the exhibition with archival
and contemporary imagery. Take a selfie and style it like
one of Kahlo’s paintings, then share it with your friends!
nybg.org/fridamobileguide
Mobile Media supported by Greenmarket
Wednesdays through November 25; 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
The Garden’s farmers market abounds with locally grown
produce, fresh baked goods, and other specialty items. Bring
your bags to fill each week! The MetLife Healthy Families
Program expands nutrition education and promotes exercise
at the Botanical Garden. Pick up a Healthy Families walking
map at the Greenmarket.
Organized in conjunction with Greenmarket, a program of GrowNYC.
Tours
Guided Tours & Roaming Experts
Daily
Join our expert volunteers for an in-depth look at favorite
collections and other highlights.
Bird Walks
Saturdays, beginning September 5; 11 a.m.
The diverse habitats of the Botanical Garden offer visitors
a chance to see dozens of species of birds throughout the
year. Bring your binoculars and walk the Garden grounds
with an expert.
Annual Bird Count
Saturday, December 12; 11 a.m.
Help estimate the size of resident bird populations and
migratory species to assess the health of bird populations
and to guide conservation action.
Generous support for the Summit has been provided by two NYBG Board Members.
Urban agriculture is transforming vacant spaces into
productive farms, providing fresh produce and income
to urban families. Growing the Urban Farm features four
distinguished speakers addressing critical questions on the
trend, offering inspiration to experienced and aspiring urban
farmers. This Symposium is presented by Bronx Green-Up,
the Garden’s community gardening program.
Non-Member $20/Member $10
Register at nybg.org/adulted
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Mobile Apps & Guide
Audio Tours
Learn about the Garden’s collections and exhibitions and
find out what’s in flower directly from your cell phone. Look
for Audio Tour signs around the grounds or access tours at
nybg.org
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Members-Only Events
Members-Only Events
Take advantage of Membership and enjoy
exciting and exclusive trips, tours, and
programs. Discover historic landmarks and
cultural gems within the Garden’s sprawling
250 acres and beyond! Join us on one or more of
these upcoming programs.
Space is limited and reservations are on a first-come, first-served basis.
To reserve your spot, please e-mail membership@nybg.org or call 718.817.8703.
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A striking view of the Azalea Garden in fall
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Members-Only Events
Trips
The Culinary Institute of America and
Home of Franklin D. Roosevelt
September 15; 8:30 a.m.–6 p.m., Meet at NYBG
$135; includes transportation, admissions, guided tours,
3-course lunch and gratuities.
Join us at the world’s oldest culinary school nested on
150 scenic acres along the Hudson River, and experience
an era of wealth and privilege at Home of Franklin D.
Roosevelt, a historic estate. Enjoy a one hour walking tour
of “Springwood,” the lifelong home of Franklin D. Roosevelt,
America’s only 4-term President. Then, go behind the scenes
at The Culinary Institute of America on a 45-minute guided
tour and enjoy a gourmet lunch at the institute’s Ristorante
Caterina de’ Medici.
Woodlawn Cemetery and Bartow-Pell Mansion
October 29; 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Meet at NYBG
$80; includes two guided tours and transportation.
Hop on the Bronx Trolley to visit sites that capture the beauty
of fall foliage and the Bronx’s rich history. Take in Woodlawn
Cemetery’s history, landscape design, and architecture. Then
discover a hidden gem nestled in a richly wooded area of
Pelham Bay Park, Bartow-Pell Mansion. Take a midday break
at Arthur Avenue for lunch on your own.
Thain Family Forest Luncheon
November 5; 11 a.m.–2 p.m., Meet at NYBG
$55; includes guided walking tour and private gourmet lunch.
Members will be guided through the Thain Family Forest
during fall foliage season by the Forest staff who maintain
the beautiful 50 acres. Learn about the Thain Family Forest
restoration, research, and education programs. Highlights
will include exploring the Forest and the Bronx River, and
greeting any wildlife we discover along the way. After the
tour, we will walk to the historic Lillian and Amy Goldman
Stone Mill for a private lunch. During lunch, your Forest tour
guides will be on hand to answer your questions regarding
the forest and its history.
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Longwood Gardens’ Holiday: A Tradition
December 4; 9:30 a.m.–10 p.m., Meet at NYBG
$150; includes transportation, continental breakfast, Yuletide
luncheon, admission, guided tour, and gratuities.
Get a full view of dazzling twinkling lights, beautifully lit
fountains performances, and magnificently adorned trees,
along with flowers that flourish inside acres of heated glass
conservatories. Enjoy a day and night of beauty and leisure
that includes a delicious gourmet Yuletide luncheon and
guided tour.
Holiday Trolley Tour of Historical Bronx Houses
December 17 & 18; 9 a.m.–5 p.m., Meet at NYBG
$80; includes transportation, admission and guided tours.
Board on old-fashioned trolley at the Garden for tours of
three of the historic houses featured in the Holiday Train
Show®, including the Van Cortlandt House Museum, the
Valentine-Varian House, and the Bartow-Pell Mansion. A stop
at Arthur Avenue for lunch and shopping rounds out the day.
Gallery Talk
Evolution and the Tree of Life: Problem-Solving Through Time:
A Conversation with Dennis Wm. Stevenson, Ph.D., Cullman
Curator and Vice President for Botanical Research
October 16; 2–3 p.m.
As Charles Darwin famously recognized, the evolution of
living things has been occurring for billions of years and is
responsible for the marvelous diversity of life on Earth. Dr.
Stevenson discusses evolution as a problem-solving process
resulting in change over time and explains the Botanical
Garden’s modern research on understanding plant portions
of the evolutionary Tree of Life. Following the talk is a tour
of the Enid A. Haupt Conservatory to look at representative
plants on the evolutionary Tree and note the particular
problem-solving that has occurred.
Space is limited and reservations are on a first-come,
first-served basis. To reserve your spot, please e-mail
membership@nybg.org or call 718.817.8703.
Curator-led Tours
Reservations will be accepted up to one month prior
to tour date.
• Rock Garden
Michael Hagen, Curator of the Rock Garden
and Native Plant Garden
September 10; 11 a.m.
• Native Plant Garden
Michael Hagen, Curator of the Rock Garden
and Native Plant Garden
September 24; 11 a.m.
• Bronx River Tour
Wayne Cahilly, Manager of the Lionel Goldfrank III
Institutional Mapping Department
October 8; 11 a.m.
• Conifer Collection: Benenson Ornamental Conifers
Deanna Curtis, Curator of Woody Plants
October 22; 11 a.m.
• Nolen Greenhouses
Marc Hachadourian, Director of the Nolen Greenhouses
November 6 & 12; 11 a.m.
• Conservatory Tour: Palms of the World
Christian Primeau, Manager of the Enid A. Haupt
Conservatory
January 21; 11 a.m.
Plan Your Next Special Occasion at the Garden
Share your Garden with friends and family! The Garden’s
enchanting landscapes create a magical setting for any
special occasion. Professional and friendly staff and gourmet
cuisine add the final touches to a perfect celebration. Inquire
about our distinctive private spaces suitable for all occasions,
including adult birthday parties, anniversaries, and showers.
Let our expert sales team plan an event your guests will
remember for years to come—customized to your taste and
budget. Members receive 10% off! Call 718.817.8687 for
reservations and more information.
Clean-Up Days—Thain Family Forest
Thursdays, October 1 and November 5
As a Member you have surely taken notice of the vigorous
effort put into maintaining the recently improved 50-acre
Thain Family Forest. Now here’s your chance to roll up your
sleeves to help with the clean-up. Volunteer your time to
assist our Forest team with invasive species management
and removal, restoration planting, trail maintenance, and trash
sweeps. Water and snacks will be provided; please wear sun
protection and comfortable gardening clothes.
This is a great way to get your hands dirty and help keep your
Garden looking its best!
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Shopping, Dining, & Groups
Shopping, Dining, & Groups
The Garden can be enjoyed individually—
shop for gifts, peruse a wonderful selection of
garden books, treat yourself to a lovely lunch—
or shared with others—plan a group tour with
friends, celebrate your child’s birthday, or cater a
special event.
Festive décor at Shop in the Garden during the holiday season. Shop anytime at nybgshop.org
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Shopping, Dining, & Groups
Shop in the Garden
Discover signature items for home and garden, and find
new and unusual plants for indoors and out, nature-inspired
toys, distinctive personal accessories, exhibition-related
items, and more. The Shop’s superb selection of gardening
and horticulture books provides insight for beginner and
experienced gardeners alike.
During the Holiday Train Show®, explore Shop in the Garden’s
winter wonderland of glittering ornaments, home décor,
unique holiday gifts, and toy trains for kids of all ages.
Purchases in the Shop and online support the Garden’s
pursuit of excellence in horticulture, plant research and
conservation, and education.
Shop anytime at
Dining
STARR Events innovative approach to dining is available at
the Pine Tree Café, featuring first-class culinary creations
from artisanal panini, Neapolitan-style pizza, and signature
salads to sweet treats and snacks. The newly opened
Hudson Garden Grill is the first full-service dining destination
at the Garden, which spotlights the innovative flavors of New
American cuisine as inspired by locally sourced, ethically
produced ingredients from Hudson Valley farms and other
regional producers.
“Better For You” Snacks and Beverages sponsored by
Commitment to Sustainability
Printed on recycled paper as part of Greening the Garden,
a program encouraging energy efficiencies and sustainable
initiatives for a more environmentally friendly world.
Group Tours & Tickets
Share your experience and save by visiting with family,
friends, and your community. Groups of 15 adults or more are
eligible for discounts, free parking, and savings at Shop in the
Garden. Customized expert-led tours and self-guided tours
are available for a truly unique experience. Add a special
touch with a meal or afternoon tea amid picturesque views of
our 250 acres. Enjoy a continental breakfast, plated or buffet
lunch, or an elegant reception in one of our gourmet dining
venues or the historic Lillian and Amy Goldman Stone Mill.
For reservations or more information, please call
718.817.8687 or e-mail grouptours@nybg.org
Photo and Film Shoots
The Garden’s natural beauty and diverse environments
offer unique settings for commercial film and photo shoots
and special occasion photography. We welcome inquiries
concerning the rental of both our outdoor gardens and
collections and indoor spaces.
For more information and rates, please call 718.817.8738 or
e-mail amineo@nybg.org
Private Events and Entertaining
With easy access from Manhattan and all points in the TriState area and the finest service and amenities, including
catering by Stephen STARR Events, the Garden is one of
New York City’s premier destinations for corporate events,
social celebrations, weddings, and grand galas. Let us help
plan a memorable event.
For information about catering events, please call
646.741.1400 or visit nybg.org/private_events
Children’s Birthday Parties
See page 25.
Greening the Garden sponsored by
A view of the newly opened Hudson Garden Grill
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About NYBG
Visit
Hours
The Garden is open Tuesday – Sunday, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
(10 a.m.–5 p.m. January 19–February 25), and the following
Mondays: September 7 (Labor Day); September 14 (Rosh
Hashanah); October 12 (Columbus Day); December 14, 21,
& 28; January 18 (Martin Luther King, Jr. Day); February 15
(Presidents’ Day). Closed November 26 (Thanksgiving) and
December 25 (Christmas).
For Holiday Train Show® hours, please see page 12.
Tickets
All-Garden Pass
Includes access to seasonal exhibitions, the Enid A. Haupt
Conservatory, Everett Children’s Adventure Garden, Rock
Garden, Tram Tour (weather permitting), and select programs
as noted. Members always receive free All-Garden Pass
access.
Weekdays
Adults: $20
Seniors (65+): $18
Students (with valid ID): $18
Children (2–12): $8
Children under 2: Free
Members: Free
To see weekend and Holiday Train Show® pricing and hours,
visit nybg.org/visit
Advance online purchase is recommended for your
convenience. Concerts, evening events, and Adult Education
classes require separate fees.
Directions
Getting to the Garden is easy!
Driving
The Garden (2900 Southern Boulevard, Bronx, NY 10458)
is located off Bronx River Parkway at Fordham Road (Exit
7W) and is easily accessible from all points in the Tri-State
area.
Parking
Convenient parking starts at $15 per vehicle directly on
the Garden grounds or at a secure parking facility just a
short walk from the Garden’s Bedford Park Gate and the
Metro-North Botanical Garden Station. This garage offers
24/7 security and covered parking for both visitors and
commuters with a variety of rate options.
Public Transportation
The Garden is just 20 minutes from Grand Central Terminal
on Metro-North Railroad to Botanical Garden Station. It is
also accessible by subway on B, D, or 4 trains to Bedford
Park Boulevard Station. For schedules and maps, please
visit the MTA Web site at mta.info
For more information on getting to the Garden and parking,
please call 718.817.8779 or visit nybg.org/directions
Accessibility
The New York Botanical Garden is committed to making
its exhibitions, programs, and services accessible to all who
visit.
For more information, please call 718.817.8649 or visit
nybg.org/accessibility
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Contact Us
Ticket Hotline: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 718.817.8716
General Information: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 718.817.8700
Special Events: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 718.817.8710
Directions: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 718.817.8779
Membership: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 718.817.8703
Adult Education: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 800.322.NYBG
Children’s Education: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 718.817.8181
Volunteer Services: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 718.817.8564
Group Tours: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 718.817.8687
Development: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 718.817.8553
nybg.org/contact
Plan Your Visit
The Garden has a wide variety of programs and events
happening every day. Our online “Plan Your Visit” feature
makes finding out what’s happening easy. Browse by
preferences and see upcoming events and programs six
months in advance. Get started today at nybg.org/visit
Save These Dates in 2016
• The Orchid Show
February 27–April 17
• Mother’s Day Weekend Garden Party
May 7–8
• Impressionism: American Gardens on Canvas
May 14–September 11
Stay Connected | nybg.org
• Peruse a full schedule of Garden Events
• Take a peek behind the scenes of current and future
exhibitions
• Explore NYBG’s blogs for an insider’s look at botany
and horticulture
• Connect with plant experts for answers to your home
gardening questions
• Engage with NYBG on Twitter, Facebook, Tumblr, and more
The New York Botanical Garden is an iconic living
museum. Approaching the 125th Anniversary in 2016, we
celebrate its role as an oasis in this busy metropolis since
its founding in 1891, and look forward to the Garden’s
continued leadership as a dynamic New York City cultural
institution.
A National Historic Landmark, this 250-acre site’s verdant
landscape supports over one million living plants in
extensive collections. Each year 965,000 visitors enjoy
the Garden not only for its remarkable diversity of tropical,
temperate, and desert flora, but also for programming
that ranges from renowned exhibitions in the Haupt
Conservatory to festivals on Daffodil Hill.
The Garden is also a major educational institution. More
than 300,000 people annually—among them Bronx
families, schoolchildren, and teachers—learn about plant
science, ecology, and healthful eating through NYBG’s
hands-on, curriculum-based programming. Nearly
90,000 of those visitors are children from underserved
neighboring communities, while more than 3,000 are
teachers from New York City’s public school system
participating in professional development programs that
train them to teach science courses at all grade levels.
NYBG operates one of the world’s largest plant research
and conservation programs, with nearly 200 staff
members—including 80 Ph.D. scientists—working in the
Garden’s state-of-the-art molecular labs as well as in the
field, where they lead programs in 18 countries.
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Support
Garden Membership
Members receive an entire year’s worth of benefits while
helping the Garden’s renowned horticulture, science, and
education programs to flourish. Garden Members receive
year-round admission, access to Garden programs, discounts
at Shop in the Garden and on education offerings, and
exclusive invitations to special Member Days, Trips, Tours, and
Programs. For more information, please call 718.817.8703 or
visit nybg.org/membership
Gift Memberships
Give a gift that keeps on giving—Garden Membership!
As a Member, your friend or relative will enjoy year-round
admission, tram rides, and parking as well as discounts at
Shop in the Garden and on education programs. Order online
at nybg.org, by phone at 718.817.8703, or in person at the
Garden.
Volunteering
Volunteering at the Garden is a great way to expand your
knowledge of plants, give back to your community, meet new
people, and share your love of the Garden with others. Lead
tours, assist staff in various gardens, greet visitors, and more.
For more information, please call 718.817.8564 or e-mail
volunteer@nybg.org
Garden Patrons Program
Join the Garden Patrons with a gift of $1,500 or more and
you will receive personalized and in-depth opportunities to
experience the Garden through private events and behindthe-scenes programming. Your contribution will help sustain
NYBG’s vital work in plant research and conservation,
education, and horticulture. In addition to Membership
benefits Garden Patrons enjoy unlimited free admission and
parking for six adults and six children; private, guided golf
cart tours of the Garden; and a dedicated phone line to assist
with tickets, parking, and events. To learn more, please call
718.817.8553 or e-mail gardenpatrons@nybg.org
The Perennial Society
The Perennial Society recognizes the generosity of those
individuals who are helping to secure the Garden’s future
by making planned gifts. Donors who include the Garden
in their estate plans —or establish a charitable gift annuity,
charitable trust, or other form of life-income gift—are invited
to join. Perennial Society Members receive numerous special
privileges, including invitations to programs and events. For
more information, please contact Lisa Sifre at 718.817.8545,
lsifre@nybg.org, or visit nybgplannedgiving.org
Corporate Support
The Corporate Membership Program benefits include free
admission for employees, use of spectacular venues for
entertaining, employee volunteer opportunities, and more.
The Garden also offers a Corporate Sponsorship Program.
For more information, please contact Mercer Warriner at
718.817.8850 or mwarriner@nybg.org
Annual Fund
A gift to the Annual Fund provides essential support for all
of the Garden’s programs in horticulture, education, and
plant research and conservation. Gifts of $25,000 or more
are recognized through our President’s Circle. To make a
contribution, or for more information, please contact Lynette
Ardis at 718.817.8551 or lardis@nybg.org
Honor and Memorial Gifts
Celebrate a special occasion or say thank you with an Honor
or Memorial Gift to the Garden. There are also opportunities
to dedicate a book in the LuEsther T. Mertz Library or a
bench in the Garden. For more information, please contact
Lisa Sifre at 718.817.8545, lsifre@nybg.org, or visit
nybg.org/support_the_garden/gifts
The New York Botanical Garden is located on property owned in full by the City of
New York, and its operation is made possible in part by public funds provided through the New York
City Department of Cultural Affairs. A portion of the Garden’s general operating funds is provided
by The New York City Council and The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic
Preservation. The Bronx Borough President and Bronx elected representatives in the City Council and
State Legislature provide leadership funding.
The Calendar of Events is supported by The Liman Foundation.
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A peaceful spot in the Herb Garden
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