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Wave Hill

675 W 252nd St
Bronx, NY 10471-2899
Phone: (718) 549-3200
Citysearch
Cross Street:
Independence Avenue
Directions:
Metro North at Riverdale
Hours:
Apr 15-Oct 14: Tue-Sun 9am-5:30pm, Oct 15-Apr 14: Tue-Sun 9am-4:30pm, June and July: Open until 9pm on weekdays

Editorial Review for Wave Hill – by Citysearch Editors

In Short
This 28-acre estate and garden was deeded to the public by the Perkins-Freeman family in 1960. With 3,236 species of flora, Wave Hill features traditional flowers, herbs and an exotic aquatic garden. Garden enthusiasts can participate in Wave Hill Center's programs in horticulture, environmental education, land management and landscape history. The property also features two art galleries an outdoor summer dance series and regular jazz and classical music concerts.

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Insider Tips

When to Go

Bring your kids on Saturdays and Sunday at 1pm and Wave Hill will supply the materials for a collaborative art project, which is offered year-round and is free with admission.

Save Money

Entrance is free all day Tuesday and Saturday from 9am to noon.

The Extras

On weekends from April to October, a free shuttle eliminates the steep walk from the train station to Wave Hill. Call for exact schedule.

Schedule

08/09/2008 Tai Chi Chuan
  10:00 am-12:00 pm    
08/13/2008 Barefoot Dancing at Wave Hill
  6:30 pm-8:00 pm    
08/16/2008 Tai Chi Chuan
  10:00 am-12:00 pm    
08/20/2008 Barefoot Dancing at Wave Hill
  6:30 pm-8:00 pm    
08/23/2008 Tai Chi Chuan
  10:00 am-12:00 pm    
08/27/2008 Barefoot Dancing at Wave Hill
  6:30 pm-8:00 pm    
08/30/2008 Tai Chi Chuan
  10:00 am-12:00 pm    
09/03/2008 Barefoot Dancing at Wave Hill
  6:30 pm-8:00 pm    
09/06/2008 Tai Chi Chuan
  10:00 am-12:00 pm    
09/10/2008 Barefoot Dancing at Wave Hill
  6:30 pm-8:00 pm    
09/13/2008 Tai Chi Chuan
  10:00 am-12:00 pm    
09/17/2008 Barefoot Dancing at Wave Hill
  6:30 pm-8:00 pm    
09/20/2008 Tai Chi Chuan
  10:00 am-12:00 pm    
09/24/2008 Barefoot Dancing at Wave Hill
  6:30 pm-8:00 pm    
09/27/2008 Tai Chi Chuan
  10:00 am-12:00 pm    
10/01/2008 Barefoot Dancing at Wave Hill
  6:30 pm-8:00 pm    
10/04/2008 Tai Chi Chuan
  10:00 am-12:00 pm    
10/08/2008 Barefoot Dancing at Wave Hill
  6:30 pm-8:00 pm    
10/11/2008 Tai Chi Chuan
  10:00 am-12:00 pm    
10/15/2008 Barefoot Dancing at Wave Hill
  6:30 pm-8:00 pm    

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Editor's Review

A scenic garden estate that hosts cultural events.  See the full editorial review.

Insider Tips

When to Go

Bring your kids on Saturdays and Sunday at 1pm and Wave Hill will supply the materials for a collaborative art project, which is offered year-round and is free with admission.

More Insider Tips

Attraction Information

Admission

  • $6
  • $3 seniors and students
  • Free to members, children under 6

Coat Check

  • Yes

Hours

  • Apr 15-Oct 14: Tue-Sun 9am-5:30pm
  • Oct 15-Apr 14: Tue-Sun 9am-4:30pm
  • June and July: Open until 9pm on weekdays

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