New York Unit

The New York Unit of the Herb Society of America was founded in 1938 with the object of stimulating interest in the knowledge and use of herbs, and to develop and maintain educational and cultural projects relating to herbs. We have a rich and inspiring history: our wonderful location has facilitated connections with many outstanding horticultural institution, and brought a wealth of accomplished members to our ranks. We help support public gardens and programs in and around New York City that share the mission of growing herbs "for use and for delight."

We meet regularly, hold an annual Herb Fair, present a program to the public once a year, and maintain a spectacular herb garden on the grounds of the historic John Jay Homestead in Katonah, New York. Membership meetings include speaker, reports on interesting books and favorite plants, and the sharing of herbally-inspired food and drink.

We publish a quarterly newsletter. Our Unit's cookbook "For Use and Delight: A Herbal Sampler" has recently been re-issued, and is sold at our Fair and through some local vendors. It is available, as are postcards of our herb garden, labels, aprons and tote bags, by contacting Ways & Means Chair, c/o The New York Unit, P.O. Box 471, Bedford Hills, NY 10507.

Our 62nd Annual Herb Fair was held on Thursday September 23rd 2010. Traditionally our Fair is on the third Thursday in September), from 11 to 2, at the John Jay Homestead in Katonah NY. We have plants, herbal products and crafts, vinegars, baked goods, books, and a very special tarragon mustard that every year brings people back for more. Admission is free. Lunch is available to purchase, featuring our signature Lovage Soup.

We will meet in New York City on Thursday, February 17th at the Arsenal in Central Park. Chrissy Moore, curator of the National Herb Garden will speak to us.  Lunch will be served.  Contact little400@aol.com if you would like to join us.

Our open meeting will be on Thursday, May 12th, 2011, at 10:30am , also at the John Jay Homestead. The speaker will be Betsy Williams; her topic will be "Theme Gardens." An herbal lunch will be served and plants will be available for sale. Registration begins at 10:00am and seating is limited; for questions or to register, contact dmtunney@aol.com