Hundred Acre Wood Exhibit Comes To Lasdon Park

SOMERS, NY — The Hundred Acre Wood Exhibit “Forest Friends” comes to Lasdon Park, Arboretum and Veterans Memorial this spring. The new exhibit is scheduled to open Saturday, April 9, and runs select days and times through Sunday, May 29.

Located inside the Conservatory, this presentation walks viewers through a “storybook” fantasy featuring the original characters of A.A. Milne and inspired art of E.H. Shepard, according to a spokesperson. Winnie the Pooh and friends come to life with enchanting visuals that teaches children about the importance of our forests and the inhabitants that live there.

The display features five giant books, more than 6 feet tall, that will present a poetic, animated lesson centered around a character from the classic works. In addition, interactive signage will coordinate with each lesson allowing children and adults a hands-on sensory experience.

“This innovative exhibit is a fresh way to teach the children of Westchester more about the organic properties all around them in a fun and relatable way while providing a beautiful, interactive and engaging learning space,” said County Executive George Latimer.

Throughout the Conservatory, seasonal flowers, tropical plants, trees and shrubs will accent the exhibit with an explosion of color, texture and fragrance.

Tickets went on sale Monday online with scheduled viewing times and pricing ranging from $10 to $20.

The exhibit is co-produced by The Friends of Lasdon Park & Arboretum and Westchester County Parks.

Lasdon Park, Arboretum and Veterans Memorial is a Westchester County Park on Route 35 in Somers. The GPS address is 2610 Amawalk Road, Katonah, NY 10536.