Fine Art Fair 2025

The Sands Point Preserve and Ripple Creative are partnering for the second annual Fine Art Fair at Hempstead House. Following the success of our inaugural event, which drew over 800 attendees, we are thrilled to continue growing this vibrant celebration of art, creativity, and community. The Fine Art Fair at Hempstead House will showcase 24 talented  (Event Information)

Introduction to Ballroom Dancing

Take the first step and learn how to dance today! Join us for an Introduction to Ballroom Dance in a fun and casual setting at the Sands Point Preserve with our instructor from Ballroom Boutique, Donatas Nacajus. We are offering classes to learn the basics of Ballroom Dancing.  The aim of the classes is to teach  (Event Information)

Princess Royal Tea Party

Step into the enchanting Great Hall of the Sands Point Preserve Castle Gould for our Second Annual Valentine’s Princess Royal Tea Party! Celebrate love and magic with three royal couples—three princes and three princesses—for a day of unforgettable fun.Each child will be officially crowned as royalty during a special Valentine’s coronation ceremony and take a keepsake portrait  (Event Information)

Photograph of a forest in spring.

Introduction to Ecotherapy

An Introduction to Ecotherapy: Finding Wellness in Nature Ecotherapy, also known as Forest Therapy or Forest Bathing is not the same thing as hiking or a simple walk in the woods, or on a beach. The focus of Ecotherapy is on connection and relationship, allowing the heart to open to the beauty of the natural  (Event Information)

Photograph of a forest in spring.

Ecotherapy 2025

Join certified guide Linda Lombardo for an Ecotherapy walk. Ecotherapy, also known as Forest Therapy or Forest Bathing, is not simply hiking in the woods, or a walk on a beach. The focus of Ecotherapy is on connection and relationship, allowing the heart to open to the beauty of the natural world, and at the  (Event Information)

Aerial view of the Sands Point Preserve

Hours and Admission

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 – 5 pm.  Restrooms are available in  (Event Information)

2025 Four Seasons in Music

2025 Series Winter 2025 “An die Musik” (To Music) Sunday, January 12 at 3 pm $45 members/$56 non-members (includes processing fees and parking) Click here to purchase tickets duoJalal: Kathryn Lockwood, Viola and Yousif Sheronick, Percussion Deborah Buck and Emma Frucht, Violins Caroline Stinson, Cello This German flavored concert will revolve around the power of  (Event Information)

Navy Simulation Museum

Devoted to the history of Simulation & Training and the US military and civilians who lived and worked at what is now the Sands Point Preserve during 1946-1967, this museum displays appropriate memorabilia representative of the birth, growth, and impact of simulation technology and promote the study of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM).    (Event Information)

Beauty’s Enchanted Holiday Adventure

Join us for a Magical Day with Beauty in the Enchanted Library! 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  (Event Information)

Champions for Charity

The Sands Point Preserve Conservancy invites you to shop for a cause! Americana Manhasset Champions for Charity® holiday shopping benefit is December 5 – December 7, 2024. Help support the Conservancy by doing your holiday shopping at participating Americana Manhasset stores during these three days and 25% of your pre-tax purchases will be donated back to us! How  (Event Information)

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