THURSDAY, August 29, 2024: Westchester Sketchers at the Greenburgh Nature Center in Scarsdale

The Greenburgh Nature Center’s mission is to inspire passion, curiosity, respect, and action for our natural world. It is a beloved retreat because of its peaceful, relaxing setting. Among its 33 acres, you will find, rambling forest trails, a flourishing native plant meadow, seasonal organic gardens, Native American Replica Village, and open green spaces. Surrounding the Manor House, you will find many outdoor animal habitats including the Barnyard, Birds of prey, Beehives, and Butterfly Arbor. Adjacent to the Great Lawn is the Nature Center’s Discovery Playground.

DETAILS:

Where: Greenburgh Nature Center 99 Dromore Rd. Scarsdale, NY 10583 Phone: (914) 723-3470

When: Thursday, August 29, 2024. 

Start time: 10:00 AM.  We will meet in front of the Nature Center manor house.

Directions: https://greenburghnaturecenter.org/visit/directions/

Transportation from NYC: The closest Metro-North train station is Hartsdale, on the Harlem line. 

The Nature Center is a short taxi ride from the station.

Lunch: 12:30 PM. Location TBD. Bring your own food and beverage.

Show and Tell: Following lunch, we will share drawings and tell stories. This social part of our day is not to be missed.

NOTES:

- Be aware that there is construction on Dromore Road! Be careful at the entrance area.

- Bring a stool if you have one. It gives you more options.

- Restrooms available in the Nature Center.

- Dress for sunshine.  Bring a hat and sunscreen.

- Parking is free.

- Optional:

Live Butterfly Exhibit – Tuesdays – Sundays (call the front desk to inquire about tour times).
Calling butterfly fans of all ages. The Live Butterfly Tour & Exhibit is a guided tour that will open your eyes to a whole new world within the Native Plant Meadow. The butterfly arbor is the perfect place to learn all about these enchanting creatures and their importance in nature. Purchase tickets at the front desk, $5 a person.

Please R.S.V.P. directly to Cathy Gutterman at westchester@nycurbansketchers.org

If you can’t find us call: Cathy at (914) 625-0766. 

There are no fees.  All drawing skill levels are welcome.