Wave Hill is a 28-acre garden with some of the best Hudson and Palisades views in the city, and its weekend family art projects give kids a hands-on reason to explore it. This one, led with artist Sari Carel, asks children to imagine how a bird, beetle or squirrel sees the grounds and draw that map. If you want a calm, creative Bronx morning with young kids, this pairs art with a garden walk.
What to expect
A drop-in art table at Wave Hill House where families make animal-perspective maps, then head out across lawns, greenhouses and woodland paths to look for the creatures they drew.
Good to know
- No registration required; just drop in.
- The project is included with admission to the grounds.
- Wave Hill House is wheelchair-accessible with an all-gender accessible restroom.
- Wave Hill runs a free shuttle from the Metro-North Riverdale station and the 242 St 1 train; check its site for times.
- Pack snacks; the café can get busy on weekends.
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Common questions
Do I need to register for the Family Art Project?
No, it is drop-in.
Is it free?
It is free with admission to Wave Hill's grounds.