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Watercolored Interiors
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April 21, 2026
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Learn how to use this fabulous medium in the fabulous rooms of Hempstead House! Professional artist Michelle Shain will demonstrate and guide you on basic watercolor techniques including composition, color mixing, layering and final details. The workshop is designed for beginners but welcomes experienced artists who want to revisit the basics and (more…)
Earth Day 2026
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Guided Nature Walk: Celebrating Earth Day
April 25, 2026
10:00 am - 11:30 am -
Earth Day Beach Cleanup
April 25, 2026
11:30 am - 1:00 pm
Celebrate Earth Day at the Preserve with two FREE events: Guided Nature Walk 10 – 11:30am Celebrate Earth Day with a relaxed, all-ages guided walk led by environmental educator Hildur Palsdottir. Together, we’ll notice the simple signs of spring – swelling buds, emerging wildflowers, animals tracks and newly built nests – and enjoy watching the (more…)
Hempstead House Tours
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Tours at 12pm & 1:30pm
April 26, 2026
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm -
Tours at 12pm & 1:30pm
May 24, 2026
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm -
Tours at 12pm & 1:30pm
May 31, 2026
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm -
Tours at 12pm & 1:30pm
June 7, 2026
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm -
Tour at 12pm & 1:30pm
June 14, 2026
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm -
Tour at 12pm
July 1, 2026
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm -
Tours at 12pm
July 15, 2026
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm -
Tours at 12 & 1:30pm
July 19, 2026
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm -
Tour at 12pm & 1:30pm
August 9, 2026
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm -
Tours at 12pm
August 12, 2026
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm -
Tour at 12pm & 1:30pm
August 23, 2026
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm -
Tours at 12pm
August 26, 2026
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Interior access to Hempstead House is available by scheduled guided tours only. Tours are limited in group size and tend to sell out. Tickets are only available to purchase day-of in Castle Gould’s Welcome Center, open Wednesday – Sunday at 11am. Please arrive early to purchase tickets. PLEASE NOTE: Hempstead House tours are designed for adults, (more…)
Long Island Fairy Festival 2026
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May 2, 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Click here to purchase tickets Prepaid tickets for the May 2nd (rain date May 3rd) Fairy Festival are required. There will be NO TICKETS SOLD AT THE GATE. You MUST purchase tickets in advance. If you’re familiar with our other events, you know that they sell out. Prior Fairy Festivals sold out quickly! Act fast and get your (more…)
Monthly Meditation
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May 7, 2026
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm -
June 4, 2026
7:00 pm -
July 2, 2026
7:00 pm -
August 13, 2026
7:00 pm -
September 3, 2026
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm -
October 1, 2026
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm -
November 5, 2026
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm -
December 3, 2026
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join Hildur Palsdottir for an evening of nature-based mindfulness and meditation on the first Thursday of every month. Classes will be held in the beautiful rooms of the Preserve’s mansions, or in the Hempstead House Garden when weather permits. With these sessions we will explore techniques specifically aimed at stress reduction. With kind curiosity Hildur (more…)
Wilderness Survival Series 2026
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Wayfinding & Navigation
May 16, 2026
10:00 am - 12:00 pm -
Applied Edgecraft/Tool Making
June 13, 2026
10:00 am - 12:00 pm -
Foraging
July 11, 2026
10:00 am - 12:00 pm -
Primitive Firecraft
August 8, 2026
10:00 am - 12:00 pm -
Modern Firecraft
September 19, 2026
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Join us for the third year of our Wilderness Survival series! Ideal for beginners and seasoned enthusiasts alike, this series is led by survival enthusiast Mike Evans. Dive into essential survival skills, from emergency preparedness to advanced bushcraft techniques, exploring key concepts like the Rule of 3s and the 5 Cs. Perfect for those starting (more…)
2026 Four Seasons in Music
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Spring 2026
May 17, 2026
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm -
Summer 2026
July 12, 2026
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm -
Fall 2026
November 8, 2026
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
In 2026, the acclaimed chamber music series Four Seasons in Music celebrates its eighth season under the inspired direction of Artistic Director Kathryn Lockwood. Set amidst the breathtaking beauty of The Preserve’s historic Hempstead House, Castle Gould, and picturesque waterfront grounds, this distinctive series presents four seasonal concerts. Each performance weaves together music and poetry, (more…)
Historical Walking Tour
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Rain Date June 10
June 3, 2026
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm -
Rain Date July 8
July 1, 2026
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm -
Rain Date August 19
August 12, 2026
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Join us for a walking tour through history! Our expert docent will lead you across the Preserve to discover the history of the buildings and grounds, from the Goulds to the Guggenheims and beyond. This tour will begin outside Castle Gould, followed by a walk to the freshwater pond, and ending in the grand rooms (more…)
Plein Air Painting
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June 7, 2026
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Join Artist Lori Lee as she leads a Plein Air Painting workshop at the preserve this spring. Connect to the natural beauty and grandeur of the grounds, painting on site in the open air. This program is open to all levels, from beginners to advanced painters. We will focus on executing dynamic compositions that capture (more…)
Welcome Back Goatbusters!
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June 13, 2026
10:30 am - 11:30 am
The Sands Point Preserve Conservancy has spent countless hours of volunteer and staff time over the last 2 years to control invasive species. Unfortunately, it has been difficult to make progress in areas with steep slopes. One such area lies at the heart of the Preserve, on the hill nestled between the pond and the (more…)