Wave Hill: School Programs


	School Programs Internships Professional Development

Nature Studies

Creative Arts

Historical Studies

Interactive Plays

Self-Guided
Nature Walk

Special Needs
Classes

How to

Bring your students to Wave Hill and experience its unique offerings which encompass three distinct, yet interwoven aspects of learning: Nature Studies, Creative Arts and Historical Studies. Our programs for grades pre-K through 6 engage your students in active, participatory learning that span both outdoor and indoor education with gorgeous gardens, spectacular views, nature-inspired contemporary art, and tranquil woodlands. For those of you that can’t make it to Wave Hill, we’ll come to you with our lively Interactive Plays.

For more, download the 2011-2012 Education Catalog.

Programs meet New York State Learning Standards for Science, Social Studies and the Arts.

Registration is easy and can be done online or by calling 718.549.3200 x237.

Nature Studies

Pre-K through 6
10–11:30am

Max. class size: 32 students

Fee: $105

Program details
Together with a Wave Hill educator, students explore Wave Hill’s glorious grounds, gardens and woodlands. Outdoor exploration is followed by a hands-on activity that helps students make meaningful connections to the lesson. Programs are science-based.

Pre-visit lessons and resources

Creative Arts
Pre-K through 6
10–11:30am
Max. class size: 32 students
Fee: $105

Program details
Glyndor Gallery at Wave Hill is home to a changing roster of art exhibitions that focus on a particular theme, typically nature-related. During this new program for school groups, students explore an exhibition, create their own inspired work of art and view the grounds for the source of inspiration.

Historical Studies
4 through 6
10–11:30am
Max. class size: 32 students
Fee: $95

Program details
This new walk-and-talk program looks at Wave Hill in the larger context of the history of the area.

Interactive Plays
Pre-K through 3
Length of Program: 1 hour
Max. group size: 300 students
Fee: $150 for first 100 students, $50 for each additional 50 students

Program details
Bring Wave Hill to your school with a fun, interactive theater experience well-suited to large groups of students. This program is available December through March.

Self-Guided Nature Walk
Pre-registration is required
Fee: $25 per class
Guide your class on an independent exploration of Wave Hill's gardens and grounds.

Special Needs Classes
Max. class size: 15 students
Fee: please call 718.549.3200 x237
Any of the Nature Studies offerings can be tailored to your special-needs students with extra emphasis on song, movement and hands-on experimental learning.

Registration for Programs
How to Register: Classes are not officially booked until payment is received.
Register Online or call 718.549.3200 x237

Class Size: All School programs are booked on a per-class basis. Classes cannot be combined. There is a maximum of 32 students per class. Special Education classes are limited to 15 students.

Chaperones: Fees included one adult chaperone per five students for Pre-K and special needs classes, and one adult chaperone per 10 students for Grades K and up. Additional adults will be charged admission to the grounds ($8).

Preparation: Please come dressed in comfortable clothing appropriate for outdoor activities. Long pants and closed shoes are highly recommended.

Cancellation Policy: All programs take place rain or shine. In the event of particularly inclement weather or unsafe conditions, we will cancel the program. In that case, we will make every attempt to reschedule your visit. Cancellations made at least four weeks in advance will receive a full refund. After that time, no refunds will be given.

Lunch: If you wish to eat on the grounds, please bring your own bagged lunches. Eating is permitted only in the designated picnic area behind Glyndor Gallery.

Bus Directions and Parking: Driving Directions
Please note that buses cannot enter the grounds. Passengers should be let off at Independence Avenue and W. 249th Street. Buses may park on W. 249th Street.


	Printable Version