Using a variety of materials, children will make an ornament for themselves and one to place on the Lasdon Holiday tree located on the Conservatory Plaza. While supplies last. Dress for outdoors. Free.
Urban Naturalist Bruce Rosenberg will lead a guide walking tour that will focus on the history and highlights of Lasdon. Stops will include examining the William and Mildred Lasdon Memorial Garden, the magnolia trees, lilacs, conifers and azalea garden in addition to learning about the history of the Lasdon Main House. Registration required at lasdonpark.org. […]
Welcome toddlers and caregivers! Come gather, frolic, plant and play at Lasdon! We will meet and greet each other with a song in the beautiful gardens, rain or shine. Let's be wildly curious, wonder and wander together in the woodlands, gather for a casual cup of tea, and enjoy nature's full-sensory seasonal stories. Contribute to […]
Learn the art of making watercolor greetings cards with watercolorist Hope Friedland. In this workshop participants will make fun whimsical ‘pop-up’ cards just in time for the holidays. Ages 12 and up
Learn the art of creative expression in clay using hand building techniques. This multi-session class will give students the opportunity to develop their art in stages with each class building upon the last. An introduction to tools and construction methods will be covered. This class runs 3 consecutive Mondays: 11/10, 11/17 & 11/24 for Ages […]
In partnership with the Westchester Book Festival, Lasdon is offering a self guided walk, read, and write session on a Literacy Trail (1:00-3:00). Practice and enjoy being present and aware in the fresh Autumn air with a gentle and friendly walk. Follow a trail of prompts from ecological writers to appreciate the abundance of the […]
Celebrate Veterans Day with a Civil War experience. Children will bake Civil War era cookies, and interact with Civil War era toys and games. In the Veterans Museum, children will take a hands-on tour of the Civil War exhibit and learn about Veterans. Ages 6 years old and up.
Urban Naturalist Bruce Rosenberg will lead a tour to examine over twenty plants and trees in the Arboretum that have medicinal qualities and are used to treat physical and mental conditions. All these plants can be grown in your own backyard and are available at local nurseries. He will also briefly discuss some of the […]
Practice and enjoy being present and aware in the fresh Autumn air with a gentle and friendly weekly walk. Your guide will provide prompts to appreciate the abundance of the season and to take notice of our natural surroundings. Participants may stop and sketch or write, or walk ahead at their own pace. You may […]
Learn how to identify trees by using characteristics found in Autumn. This class will be the first in a 3 part series discussing what observations can be made during different seasons used to guide the process in understanding the differences between tree species. Students will learn what tools are available to help them and how […]
Practice and enjoy being present and aware in the fresh Autumn air with a gentle and friendly weekly walk. Your guide will provide prompts to appreciate the abundance of the season and to take notice of our natural surroundings. Participants may stop and sketch or write, or walk ahead at their own pace. You may […]
Welcome toddlers and caregivers! Come gather, frolic, plant and play at Lasdon! We will meet and greet each other with a song in the beautiful gardens, rain or shine. Let's be wildly curious, wonder and wander together in the woodlands, gather for a casual cup of tea, and enjoy nature's full-sensory seasonal stories. Contribute to […]
Urban Naturalist Bruce Rosenberg will lead a guide walking tour that will focus on the history and highlights of Lasdon. Stops will include examining the William and Mildred Lasdon Memorial Garden, the magnolia trees, lilacs, conifers and azalea garden in addition to learning about the history of the Lasdon Main House. Registration required at lasdonpark.org. […]
Practice and enjoy being present and aware in the fresh Autumn air with a gentle and friendly weekly walk. Your guide will provide prompts to appreciate the abundance of the season and to take notice of our natural surroundings. Participants may stop and sketch or write, or walk ahead at their own pace. You may […]
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Welcome toddlers and caregivers! Come gather, frolic, plant and play at Lasdon! We will meet and greet each other with a song in the beautiful gardens, rain or shine. Let's be wildly curious, wonder and wander together in the woodlands, gather for a casual cup of tea, and enjoy nature's full-sensory seasonal stories. Contribute to […]
Curator Mark Tolf will lead a guided walk sharing the history and significance of the sculptures and monuments located along the Trail of Honor. Trail is .3 miles long and it does get hilly. Registration required at LasdonPark.org. Meet at the Trail of Honor entrance.
Ecotherapy, also called nature therapy, focuses on improving mental and physical wellbeing through outdoor activities. Master Naturalist Bruce Rosenberg will lead the guided walk to different areas of Lasdon that will be explored as nature and its benefits are experienced up close. All participants should be prepared to walk, wear comfortable clothing an shoes. Bring […]
NOTE: Dates, times and fees are subject to change without notice. Contact the park if you have any questions or require additional assistance 914-864-7263.