Written and original art by Dennis Harvell 🌳 The New York Botanical Garden (NYBG) Nestled directly north of the Bronx Zoo, the NYBG is more than just a place of beauty—it is a global epicenter of plant science, conservation, and education. Spanning 250 acres of rolling hills, river frontage, and ancient forest, the NYBG stands… Continue reading The Green Lungs of the Bronx: The New York Botanical Garden, Week 3
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The Green Lungs of the Bronx: Wave Hill, Week 2
Written and original art by Dennis Harvell 🌿 Wave Hill: Gilded Age Gardens Perched majestically on a bluff overlooking the Hudson River, in the Riverdale section of the Bronx, lies Wave Hill—a public garden and cultural center that whispers tales of a bygone era, of grand visions, and of an enduring connection to nature. More… Continue reading The Green Lungs of the Bronx: Wave Hill, Week 2
The Green Lungs of the Bronx: The Bronx Zoo, Week 1
Written and original art by Dennis Harvell 🐅The Bronx Zoo: America’s Urban Ark In the heart of the Bronx, nestled within the verdant embrace of Bronx Park, lies a realm where the wild heart of the world beats strong: The Bronx Zoo. More than just an attraction, it is America’s urban ark, a testament to… Continue reading The Green Lungs of the Bronx: The Bronx Zoo, Week 1