Honor and Praise
Van Cortlandt House MuseumCelebrating the Influence of the African Diaspora on Global Culture. Join us for an evening of music and discussion on the intersection of music, culture, and Black identity.
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Forest Fridays
During the month of October we will focus on removal of non-indigenous plant species within our Tibbetts wetlands worksite.
Fall Mushroom Walk
Join us on a fall mushroom walk into Van Cortlandt Park's lovely and extensive woodlands where we'll encounter all types of fascinating fall fungi.
Drawing Onsite in the Park with Shelley Haven
Join artist Shelley Haven to experience nature anew. Create an artwork with her guidance and encouragement during the session.
Dancing on the Lawn
Free Bomba dance instruction and live interactive music and dance performance by Juan Usera and the Sambuco Tribe.
Northeast Forest Tree Planting Event
In conjunction with Maya Lin’s Ghost Forest in Madison Square Park, join the Natural Areas Conservancy, VCPA, and Madison Square Park Conservancy for a tree planting event.
Hike-toberfest 2021
See why Van Cortlandt Park is where NYC hikes when you join Van Cortlandt Park Alliance for Hike-toberfest!
Drawing Onsite in the Park with Shelley Haven
Join artist Shelley Haven to experience nature anew. Create an artwork with her guidance and encouragement during the session.
Forest Fridays
During the month of November we will focus on removal of non-indigenous plant species within our Floodplain Forest worksite, along the Putnam Greenway.
Garden Volunteer Days
Volunteers needed to help VCPA prepare our Garden & Compost Site for the winter.
Family Fun Hike: Leaf Mandalas/Rangoli
Golds, reds, oranges and purples are all of the vibrant colors we will see during our stroll on our next Family Hike. Come out and celebrate all of the beautiful colors of fall by creating your very own leaf Mandala/Rangoli.
Tibbetts Brook Trash Cleanup
Volunteers will be strapping on waders and hopping into Tibbetts brook or walking along the shoreline removing trash.