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History & People

NYBG Holiday Celebrations Through the Years

Posted in History & People

The holidays are a special time at NYBG. The magic of the season spreads as frost covers the landscape and the falling snow makes the ... Read More

Inside our Collections

Creepy Creatures: Images from the Mertz Library’s Special Collection

Posted in Inside our Collections

Though spooky, these illustrations are important historical and biological records of various species (most real, some mythological). Read More

Environment & Conservation, Plant Science

Color of Biodiversity

Posted in Environment & Conservation, Plant Science

Pink is not just pretty—it’s primeval. And this year, pink is being honored as PANTONE’s Color of Biodiversity. Read More

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