Wave Hill Events Scented Plants Sunday

Tri-State Events

Sponsored By: Wave Hill

JULY 16, 2023
10AM–5PM
Celebrate the scents of summer at Wave Hill! Explore the gardens with our experts, sample tasty recipes and take a bit of summer home with you in the form of an herbal craft. Activities for gardeners and budding herbalists of all ages.All events are free with admission to the grounds unless otherwise noted.
More information and registration available at: Scented Plants Sunday - Wave Hill

Scratch and Sniff Plant Pavilion
10AM-4PM

Zoom-in on the scents of some familiar and unusual herbs at this drop-in station. Scratch and sniff plants that are suitable for petting, and check out the shapes, textures, colors and scents of their leaves and flowers. What’s your favorite? Ages five and older welcome with an adult.

“Scentsational” Summer Plant Walk
11AM–NOON; 1–2PM

Experience first-hand how your olfactory senses can support mindfulness and engender a sense of place and well-being on this rejuvenating garden walk. Stroll through Wave Hill’s most extravagantly scented garden areas with John Beirne, Curatorial Director of Horticulture at Reeves Reed Arboretum, and discover the varied sensory attributes of herbs and other aromatic plants. Along the way, learn the names and general growing requirements of our favorite fragrant plants for further study or to help plan a sensory garden of your own. Ages 12 and older welcome with an adult.

Cooking Demo: Summery Herbal Beverages and Baked Goods
11AM–NOON

Peppermint, basil, lemon verbena and more—many herbs taste as good as they smell! Enjoy a taste of summer with some delicious, sweet drinks and baked goods made with fragrant herbs harvested at their peak. Chef Nick Acosta of Wave Hill exclusive caterer Great Performances demonstrates some favorite summer recipes while Wave Hill's Director of Public Programs Laurel Rimmer shares tips for selecting and growing the herbs featured in the recipes. Ages 10 and older welcome with an adult.

Incense & Smudges Workshop
1–3PM

$55, including admission to the grounds. Wave Hill Members save 10%
Registration required, online or by calling 718.549.3200 x251.

Join Melissa Rivera of Holistic Energy Healing in a gentle circle-meditation, then learn the history and uses of incense and smudges. Work in groups to concoct your own natural incense cones and smudge bundles inspired by the delightful aromas of the Herb Garden. Go home with handmade products, recipes and resources, and a new wellness ritual to add to your routine. Ages 12 and older welcome with an adult. Scented Plants Day event.

Public Garden Highlights Walk
2–2:45PM

Join a knowledgeable Wave Hill Garden Guide for a leisurely stroll in the gardens. Topics vary by season and the expertise of the Guide--come back for an encore; each walk varies with the Guide leading it. This walk lasts a half-hour to 45 minutes. Severe weather cancels.