New York Botanical Garden

NYBG TRain Show Sculptures

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At the New York Botanical Garden’s Holiday Train Show there are creative sculptures and decorations made of plant matter. Most of them are in the outdoor area.

Decorative flowers made of glass-like fibers with two tall stems and large metallic leaves, set in a natural garden environment near a miniature train track.
Train Show, NYBG 1/9/2026
A decorative sculpture of a rabbit sitting among greenery, made from natural materials.
Train Show, NYBG 1/9/2026
Three decorative mushrooms with shiny blue caps and wooden stems surrounded by greenery and a miniature train track in the background.
Train Show, NYBG 1/9/2026
A close-up of various pine cones on a bed of mulch, accompanied by patches of snow and green foliage.
Train Show, NYBG 1/9/2026
Close-up of a green insect resembling a moth, perched on a wooden surface, showcasing intricate details of wings and body.
Train Show, NYBG 1/9/2026
A close-up of a textured tree trunk featuring various mushrooms and glowing orange orb-like elements arranged vertically.
Train Show, NYBG 1/9/2026
A whimsical outdoor display featuring wooden mushroom sculptures and evergreen trees, set against a backdrop of textured tree bark.
Train Show, NYBG 1/9/2026
A realistic owl sculpture nestled in the bark of a tree, surrounded by greenery.
Train Show, NYBG 1/9/2026
A close-up of a brown snail with a spiral shell, resting on a rocky surface.
A miniature train traveling along a wooden track, passing through a carved wooden stump with mushrooms, in front of a large greenhouse.
Train Show, NYBG 1/9/2026
A festive display featuring several brightly lit Christmas trees adorned with ornaments, surrounded by winter-themed decorations, including decorative deer figurines.
Train Show, NYBG 1/9/2026
A close-up of a festive holiday arrangement featuring pine cones, decorative silver accents, and white berries, surrounded by lush green pine branches.
Train Show, NYBG 1/9/2026

NYBG Train Show

Sherry Felix7 Comments

This year’s Holiday Train Show® | New York Botanical Garden is huge. It starts outside the Conservatory Garden, then through an outdoor tent, and finally through the Conservatory. The buildings and sculptures are made of plant parts. I’ll be posting more about the show.

A miniature train travels along a curved track through a scenic landscape featuring trees and rocky terrain.
Train Show, NYBG 1/9/2026
A detailed miniature model of Pennsylvania Station made from natural materials, featuring snowy accents and surrounded by greenery, with a train track and toy trains passing beneath.
Grand Central Terminal 1913, Train Show, NYBG 1/9/2026
A miniature train on a winding track surrounded by lush green foliage in a botanical garden.
Train Show, NYBG 1/9/2026
A model steam engine train labeled 'S.R.&R.L.' is displayed among lush tropical foliage and wooden structures.
Train Show, NYBG 1/9/2026
A model train traversing a miniature bridge surrounded by lush greenery and flowers, with a large glass structure in the background.
Brooklyn Bridge 1883, Train Show, NYBG 1/9/2026
A model train traveling along a curved track elevated on wooden supports, passing by a miniature landscape with a building and lush greenery, set against a backdrop of large glass windows with condensation.
Train Show, NYBG 1/9/2026
A miniature train set passing through a whimsical garden featuring intricate wooden houses, vibrant flowers, and lush greenery.
Coney Isalnd 1850’s, Train Show, NYBG 1/9/2026

NYBG January Scenes

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Members day at the Botanical Gardens in the Bronx. Edited in Lightroom and Photoshop.

Reflection of trees and colorful foliage in a shallow pond with some algae on the surface.
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Close-up of a weathered tree stump surrounded by sparse vegetation, showcasing its textured bark and intricate details in natural light.
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Two large, moss-covered rocks on dry grass, with colorful abstract light reflections in the background.
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A natural landscape featuring tall grasses and dried vegetation under a clear sky.
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Song Sparrow walking through dry grass and fallen leaves.
Song Sparrow,
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A rocky landscape featuring large gray boulders surrounded by patches of purple heather and green shrubs, set against a moody sky.
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Close-up of dried hydrangea flowers with a warm orange hue against a background of bare stems.
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Close-up of dried, brown plant pods against a blurred background, highlighting their textured surfaces and delicate shapes.
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A close-up of dried hydrangea flowers, showcasing their intricate brown petals and natural textures.
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Dried flowers in the foreground with a blurred glass dome structure in the background on a cloudy day.
NYBG 1/9/2026

NYBG Silver Balls

Sherry Felix6 Comments

We saw these in the small indoor lily pond in the Enid A. Haupt Conservatory. Marc and I are reflected in the second one.

A vibrant indoor conservatory scene featuring a variety of green plants and hanging metallic spheres reflecting the surroundings.
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A reflective metal sphere capturing the interior of a conservatory, with greenery and a glass roof visible in the reflection.
NYBG 11/6/2025

Black and Yellow NYBG

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Two photographs with similar color themes. I added some fog in the top half of the background using Firefly in Photoshop.

A black squirrel standing on grass, surrounded by fallen leaves and a misty background.
Eastern Grey Squirrel (Sciurus carolinensis), NYBG 11/6/2025
A close-up of tree branches against a vibrant yellow background of foliage under a clear blue sky.
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Kiku at NYBG

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Kiku, or Chrysanthemums, at the New York Botanical Gardens.

Cluster of purple Kiku (Chrysanthemums) flowers with a detailed texture and soft green foliage in the background.
Chrysanthemum, NYBG 11/6/2025
A display of Kiku (Chrysanthemums) arranged in a mound shape at the New York Botanical Gardens, set against a backdrop of glass structures.
Chrysanthemum, NYBG 11/6/2025
A vibrant display of yellow chrysanthemums hanging vertically, with a smaller potted plant at the bottom, surrounded by greenery at the New York Botanical Gardens.
Chrysanthemum, NYBG 11/6/2025
A vibrant display of Kiku, or Chrysanthemums, in bloom at the New York Botanical Gardens, featuring various colors and arrangements of flowers in a greenhouse setting.
Chrysanthemum, NYBG 11/6/2025
Close-up of unique pink Kiku (Chrysanthemum) flowers with spiky petals, surrounded by vibrant green flowers at the New York Botanical Gardens.
Chrysanthemum, NYBG 11/6/2025

NYBG Scenes

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Landscapes and trees in the New York Botanical Gardens in November.

A scenic view of a garden landscape in autumn, featuring vibrant foliage in shades of red, orange, and green under a partly cloudy blue sky.
Rose Garden, NYBG 11/6/2025
A vibrant autumn scene featuring a variety of trees displaying colorful fall foliage, including red, orange, and green leaves against a clear blue sky.
Maple, NYBG 11/6/2025
A vibrant tree with red, orange, and yellow leaves in a park setting, with green grass and blue sky in the background.
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Vibrant autumn foliage with shades of red, orange, and yellow leaves on trees.
Maple, NYBG 11/6/2025
A vibrant garden scene featuring tall, reddish-purple foliage and clusters of bright purple flowers amid lush greenery and trees in the background.
purple Mexican bush sage (Salvia leucantha), NYBG 11/6/2025

Thain Family Forrest NYBG

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In the forested part of the New York Botanical Gardens.

Close-up view of a wooden fence post with autumn leaves scattered on the forest floor in the New York Botanical Gardens.
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A forested area in the New York Botanical Gardens, covered with colorful autumn leaves and mossy logs.
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A picturesque view of a forested area in the New York Botanical Gardens, showcasing vibrant autumn leaves and a flowing stream surrounded by rocks.
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Informational sign about oak trees and their historical significance, displayed in the New York Botanical Gardens.
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A serene path through a forest in the New York Botanical Gardens, surrounded by trees with yellow autumn leaves and a carpet of fallen leaves.
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Close-up of vibrant red and pink maple leaves on branches, set against a blurred background of autumn foliage in a forest.
NYBG 11/6/2025