A castle, a campus, a hotel, a Turkish spa – when it comes to movies and television, Hempstead House has played them all. While it began as the Gold Coast home to Daniel and Florence Guggenheim, this architectural marvel has become one of the most versatile media locations of the modern era. Join us for (more…)

Capture the essence of the season with botanical printing! Artists will forage natural materials from the Preserve’s grounds, then learn how to create 8 x 10 mono prints that honor nature’s beauty. Artist Lori Lee will lead a walk to collect materials, then guide guests through the process of using Gelli Plates to create beautiful (more…)

May 20, 2027, will mark the 100-year anniversary of Charles Lindbergh’s Transatlantic Flight from Roosevelt Field, New York to Le Bourget Airport, Paris. Join us on Wednesday, November 18 for a presentation by Frank Ullman, member of the Sands Point Preserve Conservancy Board of Directors. This talk will focus on Lindbergh and the transatlantic flight, (more…)

Welcome to the Sands Point Preserve! The Sands Point Preserve’s grounds are open for visitors – the Great Lawn, Hempstead House Garden, Woodland Playground, dog run, forest trails, and pond area. The Welcome Center & Gift Shop in Castle Gould is open Wednesdays through Sundays at 11 am – 6 pm.  Restrooms are available in (more…)

In this intimate event, limited to just 20 children, little ones will enter the enchanted library for a one-of-a-kind royal celebration. Enjoy a LIVE Princess Performance! Your little one will sing, dance, and share an interactive story that immerses them in the magic of a real life castle library. As the grand finale, each child (more…)