The New York Botanical Garden is a renowned botanical garden located in the Bronx, New York City. It is one of the largest and most comprehensive botanical gardens in the world, covering an area of 250 acres. The NYBG was established in 1891 and is dedicated to promoting an appreciation for plants and their importance in human lives.
Van Cortlandt Park, in the northwest Bronx, is a natural showcase featuring the last vestiges of New York City’s native woodlands and wetlands. Founded in 1888, its 1,146 acres abound with sites that are important to the region and nation. Van Cortlandt Park Alliance works to preserve, support, and promote the recreational, ecological, and historic value of Van Cortlandt Park.