Auction Sneak Peek

Here’s a look at some of the memorable items, services, and experiences featured in the auction at this year’s gala.

Autumn at Teatown Lake, Oil on Canvas by Ziporah Janowski

This original painting by honoree Ziporah Janowski captures one of Teatown’s most familiar views at the height of fall. Inspired by what she describes as her “favorite season and view at Teatown,” Ziporah returns again and again to the lake bridge when the foliage is at its peak and reflected in the water, photographing the scene and later reinterpreting it on canvas.

The painting has been generously donated by Ziporah in support of this year’s Gala and will be framed for the auction, ready to bring a little piece of autumn at Teatown home.

Early Visions of Teatown’s Education Center

These two original works by architect Eric Bunge, FAIA, Co-Founding Partner of nARCHITECTS – the firm leading Teatown’s campus transformation – offer a rare glimpse into the kind of early design tools used in the project. The signed works, one drawing and one watercolor, are conceptual studies exploring the ideas, forms, and relationship to the landscape that would ultimately inform the new Education building. Eric has generously donated both originals to Teatown in support of the Gala.

Eric co-founded nARCHITECTS with Mimi Hoang with a goal of creating architecture with a positive social and environmental impact through the connection between architecture, landscape, ecology, and people. Born in Montreal of Argentinian heritage, he earned degrees in architecture from McGill University and the Harvard University Graduate School of Design, both with Distinction.  Before founding nARCHITECTS in 1999, Eric trained in London, Paris, Calcutta, Montreal, Boston and New York City. 

He currently teaches graduate design studios at Columbia University and has taught at institutions including Harvard, Yale, RISD, Parsons, and the University of Toronto. nARCHITECTS has been honored with numerous awards, including the 2023 National Design Award in Architecture from Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum, The 2016 American Academy of Arts and Letters Award in Architecture, Emerging Voices from the Architectural League, and the 2005 Canadian Rome Prize.  Their work has been widely published nationally and internationally, and exhibited at MoMA, the Cooper Hewitt, and the Milan Architecture Triennale.  More detail can be found at www.nARCHITECTS.com.

A Treasured Piece of Teatown History

This beautiful king-size quilt is much more than a work of art—it is a treasured piece of Teatown’s history and a heartfelt expression of its mission.

This one of a kind quilt began with a simple idea — to represent Teatown and the natural world, both as a celebration of the sanctuary and the need to preserve our natural world. Volunteers came forward to create individual squares inspired by nature, wildlife, and Teatown. These single squares were sewn together to form a unique heirloom.

This marvelous quilt represents the spirit of Teatown: a love of nature, a commitment to conservation, and the power of a community coming together to protect and celebrate the natural world. Its many stitches and unique embroidered scenes preserve not only memories, but a piece of Teatown’s story and legacy.

This is your one-time chance to take home a truly special piece of Teatown history. An original-rare quilt created with the creativity, dedication, and love of the many people who have collaborated to artistically depict Teatown’s dedication to nature and conservation.

After it was finished, it was raffled off at our Gala that Fall to benefit Teatown’s operating budget. The original owner has has now donated it for someone else to treasure as Teatown begins a new era.

A Week on Cape Cod

Escape to a private 2,300-square-foot, three-bedroom home for a week between October and May. Every bedroom opens onto an outdoor patio, while the home’s unique “Deck in the Sky” offers breathtaking sunset views over the beach. With a full kitchen, outdoor grill, beach equipment, games, and plenty of gathering space, it’s an ideal getaway for family or friends.

New York Football Experiences

Jets fans can bid on two covered seats in Section 126 for a 2026 home game, including a parking pass and five hours of unlimited tailgating with a 2018 Jets Fan Hall of Fame inductee. Giants fans can enjoy two tickets to see Big Blue take on the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday, November 22, at 1 pm from Section 109, Row 30.

Central Park Tour

Enjoy a private guided tour of Central Park in the beauty of spring or fall, led by Marguerite Pitts, whose strong knowledge and genuine love of the Park will dive deep into the history and landscapes, creating an unforgettable experience of the New York landmark. Following your tour, continue the experience with coffee and light refreshments at the nearby home of Nancy and Peter Felcher to relax, share conversation, and enjoy the company of your fellow guests.

Native Plant Center Membership & Gardening Course

Enjoy a one-year membership to the Native Plant Center, plus a two-session Introduction to Native Plants & Landscapes course at Westchester Community College in Valhalla. Led by nationally renowned native-plant expert and author Carolyn Summers, the course explores the importance of native plants, their benefits to wildlife, sustainable garden design, and beautiful alternatives to non-native species. Also included is a copy of Summers’ book, Designing Gardens with Flora of the American East.