Member Appreciation Week

Open Houses & Pop-Up Experiences

Members can discover something new at our open houses and pop-up experiences during Appreciation Week.

Nolen Greenhouses Open House
POSTPONED

Ever wonder where we grow our plants? Get a special behind-the-scenes look at our production greenhouses, located in the southeast corner of the Garden. Inside, our horticulturists care for thousands of plants year-round—many grown in preparation for our exhibitions and others used for horticulture research.

Pop-Up Experience: Member Lounge
POSTPONED

Cool down and enjoy a cold drink at our exclusive pop-up Member Lounge. Browse books from the Mertz Library, play a board game, and chat with your fellow Members.

Stone Mill Open House
August 10; 1–4 p.m.

The Stone Mill is a National Historic Landmark originally built in 1840. Today, this beautiful building is typically closed to visitors and used for private events. Get a peek inside and learn about the Stone Mill’s history from our friendly roaming docents and photos of the site throughout the years.

Pop-Up Experience: Member Kids’ Corner
August 11; 12–3 p.m.
Seasonal Walk

Stop by for fun and creativity! Kids and families can enjoy crafts and face painting.

vibrant hot pink and purple hydrangeas are growing amongst green hedges

Outdoor Collection Tours

Drop-in tours; no advance reservation required.

Water Lilies & Lotuses
POSTPONED

Learn more about the water lilies and lotuses that live in the Conservatory Courtyard, with shades of yellow, pink, purple, and blue. Dominating the tropical pool is the Victoria amazonica, the world’s largest water lily, whose leaves can span seven feet.

Perennial Garden
August 8; 12:15–1:15 p.m.
Meet at Conservatory Plaza

Designed with an artist’s eye, the Perennial Garden combines a vast palette of colors, textures, flowers, and foliage into a living work of art.

African American Garden
POSTPONED

The African American Garden has recently re-opened in its third iteration, titled “Diaspora: Same Boat Different Stops.” Curated by Dr. Jessica B. Harris, America’s leading expert on African foodways, the collection highlights the experiences and histories of the African diaspora in the Americas.

Summer Highlights
POSTPONED

The sights and scents of the season flourish across the 250 acres of the Botanical Garden. Join us for a walking tour featuring highlights of the gardens and plant collections.

a person in a checkered shirt touches the trunk of a tree with their hand off of a path in a forest

Expert Talks & Tours

Space is limited, advance reservation is required. Please sign up in advance with the forms below. No more than 2 reservations per account.

Urban Ecology of the Thain Family Forest: Guided Walk and Discussion
August 6; 11 a.m–12 p.m.
Meet at the Native Plant Garden Pavilion

Brad Oberle, Ph.D., specializes in urban forest ecology, carbon cycling, and conservation biology. As Associate Curator at NYBG Science, Dr. Oberle has conducted research in various locations, including the old-growth Thain Family Forest right here at the Garden. Join us for an interactive walk through the Thain Family Forest with Dr. Oberle, highlighting the importance of urban ecology and its effects on climate and community.

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Wonderland Mertz Library Galleries
August 6; 1–2 p.m.
Mertz Library, 6th Floor

The Victorian period in which Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland (1865) was first published was a time of exploration and wonder. Join Stephen Sinon, Curator of Special Collections, Research and Archives, on a tour of the 6th floor gallery to dive deeper into the historical background of Alice and see rare first-edition printings, manuscripts, and illustrations.

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Wonderland Mertz Library Galleries
August 7; 11 a.m.–12 p.m.
Mertz Library, 6th Floor

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Urban History of the Bronx: From Private Places to Public Spaces
August 7; 1–2 p.m.
Mertz Library Reading Room, 6th Floor

Join Bronx Historian Angel Hernandez for a lecture exploring the rich history of the Bronx, from the designation of public parks in the late 19th century and the creation of NYBG itself through today. Dig deeper into the story of our borough and how it was shaped by transit development, waves of population growth, urban planning and policy, and its residents.

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Steere Herbarium Tour
August 6; 2:15–3:15 p.m.
Mertz Library, 4th floor rotunda

The William and Lynda Steere Herbarium is the centerpiece of the Garden’s botanical research program. Join Herbarium staff to get a special look at fascinating plant specimens, preservation techniques, and behind-the-scenes operations.

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Steere Herbarium Tour
August 7; 2:15–3:15 p.m.
Mertz Library, 4th floor rotunda

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