April 18, 2016
Dear Friends of Untermyer Gardens:
Wednesday was a big day for us. With heavy equipment groaning and men perched on scaffolding tugging at heavy guide bands, the nearly century-old wrought iron dome on top of the Temple of Love, unpainted in 75 years, was lowered from its perch for a long-awaited restoration and powder coating. It was an amazing sight.
Dear Friends of Untermyer Gardens:
Wednesday was a big day for us. With heavy equipment groaning and men perched on scaffolding tugging at heavy guide bands, the nearly century-old wrought iron dome on top of the Temple of Love, unpainted in 75 years, was lowered from its perch for a long-awaited restoration and powder coating. It was an amazing sight.
What few people know is that this was not the original temple. In 1917, there was a rectangular roofed temple designed by Welles Bosworth. It may have been built of wood, and it didn't last long. In the early 1920s, Samuel Untermyer replaced it with the current version.
This cast stone temple has deteriorated so badly that it cannot be salvaged. A cast stone replica has been manufactured and will take its place -- all part of the restoration of the Temple of Love complex. Look for its public unveiling on June 1.
The canals have been filled with water, and the Rivers of Life are again casting their spell when you enter the Walled Garden. And our 10,000 tulips are about to do their thing. Do come visit our oasis in Yonkers.
The canals have been filled with water, and the Rivers of Life are again casting their spell when you enter the Walled Garden. And our 10,000 tulips are about to do their thing. Do come visit our oasis in Yonkers.
We are pleased to announce the schedule of public tours in 2016. Three tours will be offered: one with a historical focus, another with a horticultural focus, and the President's Tour, with a more advanced presentation.
Last month our Horticultural Advisor, Marco Polo Stufano, flew to England to receive the Veitch Memorial Medal from the Royal Horticultural Society for his "outstanding contribution to the advancement of horticulture." Only a few Americans have received this award since 1883. It is fitting that Marco's work at Wave Hill be so recognized, and Untermyer Gardens is proud to have his involvement as we move forward with our developing contribution to the advancement of horticulture.
Last month our Horticultural Advisor, Marco Polo Stufano, flew to England to receive the Veitch Memorial Medal from the Royal Horticultural Society for his "outstanding contribution to the advancement of horticulture." Only a few Americans have received this award since 1883. It is fitting that Marco's work at Wave Hill be so recognized, and Untermyer Gardens is proud to have his involvement as we move forward with our developing contribution to the advancement of horticulture.
Finally, we are happy to welcome back Jessica Norman, one of our gardeners, who gave birth to a son in February. She has been away for two months, and we are glad for her (and her husband's!) good timing, as her efforts are especially helpful in the gardens in the spring.
Kind regards,
Stephen F. Byrns
President, Untermyer Gardens Conservancy
Stephen F. Byrns
President, Untermyer Gardens Conservancy
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