Although they have diverse origins, all have made the city their home. Some evolved right here in the New York City area, others originated in Central America, Northern Africa, or the mountains of Japan. At least forty species of plants hailing from various temperate and subtropical climates around the world live in the sanctuary. Sanctuary for Weedy Species is a living collection of more than three hundred wild/invasive/exotic or otherwise uncultivated young plants transplanted from Bushwick’s urban soil to the Gallery at Industry City. Sanctuary for Weedy Species Guidebook (available in print at the gallery) Looking into the Sanctuary from outside the gallery Organized by Rail Curatorial Programs, curated by Greg Lindquist Sanctuary for Weedy Species:Ī Winter Respite for Urban-dwelling Plants and Humans As part of Emergent Ecologies, Sanctuary for Weedy Species has moved to the rooftop of a former factory building in Clinton Hill and is available for viewing by appointment throughout Summer 2016.
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