Wave Hill
Open Now
Wave Hill is a 28-acre public garden and cultural center in the Riverdale section of the Bronx, offering sweeping views of the Hudson River and Palisades from its hilltop location, alongside acclaimed horticultural displays, contemporary art exhibitions, and environmental education programs. Former residents of the estate include Mark Twain, Theodore Roosevelt, and Arturo Toscanini.
Founded: 1965
Current Exhibitions
Camille Cooper
Aug 29 – Oct 11, 2026Camille Cooper: SHOWPIECE
Aug 29 – Oct 11, 2026Noormah Jamal: Blooms
Aug 4 – Oct 18, 2026Tarik Jeremiah Brown: Hush Harbor
Aug 29 – Oct 11, 2026Upcoming Exhibitions
Dots and Loops: Jen Chen-su Huang, Rita Maas, and Audra Wolowiec
Jul 21 – Jan 3, 2027Melanie Brewster: A Metaphysical Quest for the Deepest Backbend
Oct 17 – Nov 29, 2026Upcoming Events
- Fall Birding — Sep 13 – Sep 13, 2026
- Family Art Project: Leafy Mobiles — Sep 13 – Sep 13, 2026
- Concert: On Toscanini — Sep 13 – Sep 13, 2026
- Garden Highlights Walk — Sep 13 – Sep 13, 2026
- Afternoon Tea — Sep 15 – Sep 15, 2026
- Public Gallery Tour — Sep 17 – Sep 17, 2026
- Public Gallery Tour — Sep 19 – Sep 19, 2026
- Family Art Project: Sun Turning — Sep 19 – Sep 19, 2026
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 09:00 – 17:30 |
| Wednesday | 09:00 – 17:30 |
| Thursday | 09:00 – 17:30 |
| Friday | 09:00 – 17:30 |
| Saturday | 09:00 – 17:30 |
| Sunday (today) | 09:00 – 17:30 |
Free on Tuesdays all day and Saturdays before noon. Closed Monday. Hours vary seasonally.
Admission
Paid Admission
- General
- $10.00
- Student
- $6.00
- Senior
- $6.00
Free on Tuesdays and Saturday mornings before noon. Free for children under 6.
Free admission: Free Tuesdays; free Saturday mornings 9am–noon
Getting Here
Metro-North Hudson line to Riverdale; free shuttle from 231st St