Wave Hill is the Bronx's most beautiful garden, a former estate with lawns that look straight across the Hudson to the Palisades. For the holiday weekend it layers in programs on Indigenous culture: corn husk doll making for kids, birding with an Indigenous perspective, and a walking tour with Oleana Whispering Dove on the Lenape Saunksquas. If you want a calm, meaningful long-weekend outing, go on the holiday Monday, when admission is free.
What to expect
Expect a garden day with scheduled programs spread across three days, so not every activity runs every day. Families can drop into the art project, early risers can join the birding walk, and anyone can wander the flower gardens, woodland and Hudson overlook.
Good to know
- Check the schedule; activities vary by day across the weekend
- Admission is free to all visitors on the holiday Monday
- Metro-North's Hudson Line to Riverdale is the closest train
- Grounds are hilly in places; wear comfortable shoes
- Great for families and anyone who wants a quiet day outdoors
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Common questions
Is Wave Hill open on Indigenous Peoples' Day?
Yes. Wave Hill is open for the holiday, and admission is free to all visitors that day.
Are the programs extra?
Activities are free with admission unless a specific program notes otherwise.
