by Wave Hill
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Weekend drop-in art-making at Wave Hill's historic house, where families create projects inspired by the gardens, nature and science. Storytime is added on the first and third Saturdays, and the gardens and river views make it a full outing.
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| Saturday | 10 AM – 1 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM – 1 PM |
Most weekends; storytime 11:30am on 1st & 3rd Saturdays
Free with garden admission; no registration
Meets Sat, Sun. Pick a date to add it to your plans.
Ages 2–12.
Free with garden admission; no registration
Sunday: 10 AM–1 PM · Saturday: 10 AM–1 PM. Most weekends; storytime 11:30am on 1st & 3rd Saturdays
4900 Independence Ave, 10471, in Riverdale, the Bronx.
Yes. Wave Hill Family Art Project is indoors, so it works on rainy or cold days.
Registration is handled by Wave Hill: wavehill.org, or call (718) 549-3200.
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