Birds, Books, and Baked Goods

Do you wonder about winter bird life? So do we! Join us at the wide windows of the panel room in the Lasdon House to observe wild lifeat the feeders and nearby habitat. We will peruse our bookshelf of resources, make notes in our journal, and learn about bird-friendlypl......More

Do you wonder about winter bird life? So do we! Join us at the wide windows of the panel room in the Lasdon House to observe wild lifeat the feeders and nearby habitat. We will peruse our bookshelf of resources, make notes in our journal, and learn about bird-friendlyplantings. OPTIONAL bring a baked good to share with other participants, or bring a scoop of food or suet cake for our featheredfriends. We will provide coffee, tea, and treats. Inter-generational, all ages/abilities, No prior birding knowledge necessary all levels, ages, and abilities welcome. Free but registration is required.

Lasdon Main House, 2610 Amawalk Road Route 35 Route 35, Katonah, NY, 10536, United States

Master Class: Exploring Art through Great Artists Thursday Winter Session

Each month we will take a journey to learn about artists who have influenced the world with their unique style and art process. For ages 4 – 103 CLASSES:Thursday, Jan. 8Subject: Alex Caulder and Kinetic SculptureThursday, Feb. 12Subject: George Seurat and Pointillism Pa......More

Each month we will take a journey to learn about artists who have influenced the world with their unique style and art process. For ages 4 – 103 CLASSES:Thursday, Jan. 8Subject: Alex Caulder and Kinetic SculptureThursday, Feb. 12Subject: George Seurat and Pointillism PaintingThursday, Mar. 12Subject: Bridget Riley and Op-Art Drawing  

Lasdon Studio

Winter Open Art Studio

The studio at Lasdon is open. In this workshop children follow their own creative path, working in a variety of different materials with an art educator guiding them along the way. Registration is required to attend this program.For ages 4 and up

Lasdon Studio

Master Class: Exploring Art through Great Artists Tuesday Winter Session

HOME SCHOOL PROGRAM ONLYEach month we will take a journey to learn about artists who have influenced the world with their unique style and art process. For ages 4 – 103 CLASSES:Tuesday, Jan. 13Subject: Alex Caulder and Kinetic SculptureTuesday, Feb. 10Subject: George Se......More

HOME SCHOOL PROGRAM ONLYEach month we will take a journey to learn about artists who have influenced the world with their unique style and art process. For ages 4 – 103 CLASSES:Tuesday, Jan. 13Subject: Alex Caulder and Kinetic SculptureTuesday, Feb. 10Subject: George Seurat and Pointillism PaintingTuesday, Mar. 10Subject: Bridget Riley and Op-Art Drawing  

Lasdon Studio

Birds, Books, and Baked Goods

Do you wonder about winter bird life? So do we! Join us at the wide windows of the panel room in the Lasdon House to observe wild lifeat the feeders and nearby habitat. We will peruse our bookshelf of resources, make notes in our journal, and learn about bird-friendlypl......More

Do you wonder about winter bird life? So do we! Join us at the wide windows of the panel room in the Lasdon House to observe wild lifeat the feeders and nearby habitat. We will peruse our bookshelf of resources, make notes in our journal, and learn about bird-friendlyplantings. OPTIONAL bring a baked good to share with other participants, or bring a scoop of food or suet cake for our featheredfriends. We will provide coffee, tea, and treats. Inter-generational, all ages/abilities, No prior birding knowledge necessary all levels, ages, and abilities welcome. Free but registration is required.

Lasdon Main House, 2610 Amawalk Road Route 35 Route 35, Katonah, NY, 10536, United States

Winter Bird Feeders

Come to the studio between 1 and 2 to make a simple bird feeder using pinecones and sunbutter. Make one to take home and one to hang up at Lasdon. For all ages. 

Lasdon Studio

Birds, Books, and Baked Goods

Do you wonder about winter bird life? So do we! Join us at the wide windows of the panel room in the Lasdon House to observe wild lifeat the feeders and nearby habitat. We will peruse our bookshelf of resources, make notes in our journal, and learn about bird-friendlypl......More

Do you wonder about winter bird life? So do we! Join us at the wide windows of the panel room in the Lasdon House to observe wild lifeat the feeders and nearby habitat. We will peruse our bookshelf of resources, make notes in our journal, and learn about bird-friendlyplantings. OPTIONAL bring a baked good to share with other participants, or bring a scoop of food or suet cake for our featheredfriends. We will provide coffee, tea, and treats. Inter-generational, all ages/abilities, No prior birding knowledge necessary all levels, ages, and abilities welcome. Free but registration is required.

Lasdon Main House, 2610 Amawalk Road Route 35 Route 35, Katonah, NY, 10536, United States

Civil War Experience

Learn about life during the civil war through hands-on activities, artifacts and food. Children will receive a curated tour of the Veterans Museum Exhibit- The American Civil War: A War of First. For an immersive experience they will make civil war era toys as well as b......More

Learn about life during the civil war through hands-on activities, artifacts and food. Children will receive a curated tour of the Veterans Museum Exhibit- The American Civil War: A War of First. For an immersive experience they will make civil war era toys as well as baking civil war ginger cookies. This program will conclude over lunch while enjoying fresh backed cookies and playing with historical civil war toys. Lunch is not provided and must be brought from home.  This program is ideal for families with 4th graders but anyone interested in learning about American history is welcome. All children participating must register.   Ages 6 and up THIS PROGRAM IS FOR HOME SCHOOL STUDENTS ONLY. 

Lasdon Park, 2610 Amawalk Road, Route 35, Katonah, NY, 10536

Owls in Winter

Learn about owls that live at Lasdon and make an adorable Snowy Owl craft. Visitors can stop by the Welcome Center anytime between 1 and 3 to participate. For ages 3 and up.

Lasdon Welcome Center

Hands on Houseplant Help

Bring your houseplant back to life! Lasdon’s gardeners will help rejuvenate it.  Together we will check the soil, remove dead and damaged leaves, repot it in good potting soil and talk about what your plant needs. Learn some great tips about keeping your houseplant happ......More

Bring your houseplant back to life! Lasdon’s gardeners will help rejuvenate it.  Together we will check the soil, remove dead and damaged leaves, repot it in good potting soil and talk about what your plant needs. Learn some great tips about keeping your houseplant happy and healthy.

Lasdon Welcome Center