AI may be able to replicate images, sounds, and conversations, but it can’t replace the experiences the natural world provides us with. Whether it’s the shady embrace of a canopy of trees, the echos of birds as their sounds meet our ears, or the stillness of a garden in bloom, nature can only be understood by being fully present within it.
‘iknowyou’vewonderedwherei’vebeen; adrift,astare,atilt,asigh,exhale’ by #DavidAntonioCruz is now on view at Glyndor Gallery through August 9.
The exhibition encompasses the gallery spaces, creating a deeply immersive reflection on home, belonging, and intimacy that defies conventional interpretations. Through painting, drawing, and installation, Cruz blurs the boundaries between public and private, exterior and interior, the visible and the hidden. He explores the meaning of home and its intersections with geography, diaspora, LGBTQ+ culture, and autobiography, inviting viewers into a layered environment that’s both deeply personal and universally resonant.
Join us in Glyndor Gallery this Saturday, May 16, for our upcoming Meet the Artist event with David Antonio Cruz and gain deeper insight into his work and the narratives that are woven throughout the exhibition. This event also celebrates the publication of the exhibition catalogue, which will be available to visitors for free.
Installation view of David Antonio Cruz: iknowyou'vewonderedwherei'vebeen; adrift,astare,atilt,asigh,exhale, Wave Hill, Bronx, NY. Photo: Stefan Hagen.
It was such a pleasure to welcome Bronx Borough Commissioner for NYC Parks, Jessenia Aponte, to Wave Hill today, especially during Bronx Week. So grateful for the chance to spend time in the Garden and reflect on our shared commitment to access, public green space, and serving our community. We’re excited for what we can achieve together and all the ways we can continue to uplift the Bronx. 💚
This Bronx Week, we’re reflecting on the beauty, resilience, and spirit of our vibrant borough. #TheBronxLeads in so many ways, and spring at Wave Hill is just one more reason to love the Bronx. 🌼
Many of our earliest introductions to nature are shaped by the women in our lives. For Fern, that connection began with visits to Wave Hill alongside her mother, making her time here now feel especially meaningful and full circle.
Join us this weekend to celebrate Mother’s Day in the garden with spring birding, community yoga, and a special Family Art Project. Pack a picnic and spend the day surrounded by the beauty of the season.
Calendar link in bio for more details.
What's old is new again in our Flower Garden.
At Wave Hill historic restoration and innovation intertwine in both the design of our gardens and the treatment of our structures. In 1960, when the property and its buildings were given to the City of New York by the Perkins and Freeman Families, there was a rose garden in front of the Conservatory enclosed by a rustic wood fence. As with many of the garden elements on the property, Mr. & Mrs. Perkins encouraged their staff to look to the resources of the land for supplies—we believe this original fence was made from sticks gathered around the grounds.
When Wave Hill was incorporated in 1965, the fence was not immediately replaced, but when it was, a modern and sturdier cedar structure was installed. This new fence had to support the weight of historic roses, last as long as possible, and remain paramount to the design. Photo 3 shows the Flower Garden with a new fence and the original rose garden still in place c. 1975.
The fence just installed this spring is the third version of this modern structure. Like its predecessors, it is expected to last 20 years. The cedar posts are naturally rot resistant, but over time their contact with the soil causes slow rot. Our native carpenter bees also love chewing through the wood, making nests, and raising their brood. To continue supporting this robust colony of insects, the old fence is being repurposed in our woods as gates and reused in other creative ways.
It is important to maintain this historic feature. As Cathy Deutsch, Director of Horticulture put it, “This fence encloses the garden, defining the space as a frame would a painting. This framing affords the Flower Garden a layer of reverence as if you are at a museum where you would see framed pieces of art.”
In other words, you can look, but please don’t touch! 🌼
Still searching for a Mother’s Day gift? The Shop has a thoughtfully curated selection with something for just about every interest. And if you need a little bit of inspiration, our associates can help you find something both meaningful and beautifully considered.
Last night our members got exclusive VIP access to after hours at the garden and previewed new exhibitions at Glyndor Gallery by David Antonio Cruz and @_sujinlim , as well as @atommoore ’s ‘Second Nature’ at Wave Hill House.
It was a splendid evening as the garden takes on a new kind of radiance at sunset. An additional preview of our extended hours that all will be able to experience this summer.
Thank you to our members for your support. Your contributions keep our gardens thriving all year long.
Mother’s Day is just around the corner and The Shop offers a thoughtfully curated selection of gifts for the loved ones in your life. Our collection of items features pieces from select vendors, many of which are custom-made and one-of-a-kind. And if you don’t know where to start, Fern and Marie are available to help you find something special.
Exchanging vows at Wave Hill, surrounded by lush gardens and sweeping views of the Hudson River, is as picturesque as it is unforgettable. Our grounds provide a spectacular ceremony setting that feels like your own private estate, offering intimacy and grandeur.
For those envisioning a more intimate celebration, weddings of up to 25 guests are perfectly suited to the Glyndor Terrace or the Aquatic Garden— each providing stately elegance with the romance of a whimsical garden setting.
However, you choose to celebrate, on your day the garden is entirely yours.
📷 Philip Von Nostrand
📷 @sarahlockhartphotography
📷 @weddingsbynato
If you’ve spent time in the garden then you know our grounds are home to a variety of birds whose songs always provide a soundtrack to the experience of our landscape.
Our annual Wings Over Wave Hill event happening this Sunday will celebrate these remarkable visitors and offer a full day of encounters with migratory and resident species alike! Expert birders and naturalists will reveal and explain the activities of these winged wonders during walks, presentations, and hands-on activities throughout the day.
Programming includes:
🦆 Spring Birding with @gabriel_willow and @ryanfmandelbaum
🎨 Family Art Project: Painting Migratory Songbirds
🦉 Owl Pellet Dissection
🦅 Family Falconry Presentation: Meet the Raptors + Falconry Presentation: Skyhunters in Flight with @skyhunters_in_flight
More details available at the calendar link in bio.
