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Wilderness Survival Series 2026


  • Shelter Building
     April 18, 2026
     10:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • 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…)

Photograph of a forest in spring
Photograph of a forest in spring.

Ecotherapy


  • Earth Day Connection with Nature
     April 19, 2026
     10:30 am - 12:30 pm
  • Health and Wellness with Nature
     June 27, 2026
     10:30 am - 12:30 pm
  • Ecotherapy at the Beach
     August 8, 2026
     10:30 am - 12:30 pm
  • Celebrating the Fall Equinox
     September 20, 2026
     2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
  • Exploring the Colors and Textures of Autumn
     November 14, 2026
     10:30 am - 12:30 pm

Ecotherapy, also known as Forest Bathing, or Shinrin-Yoku, is the practice of connecting with Nature; of walking with Nature rather than through it. Certified guide Linda Lombardo leads monthly sessions of this relational practice that lowers cortisol, improves cognitive function, boosts your mood and energy, and most of all, grounds you so you are better prepared (more…)

Northwinds Symphonic Band Concert


  •  April 19, 2026
     3:00 pm - 4:30 pm

The Northwinds Symphonic Band will perform an indoor concert at Sands Point Preserve on Sunday, April 19 at 3pm entitled “Concert Band Classics and Virtuoso Artistry”. Conductors Helen P. Bauer and Concetta Stevens invite you to enjoy a musical afternoon featuring musicians from the band who will impress with their virtuosity and captivate with their (more…)

Watercolored Interiors


  •  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


  • 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


  • 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


  •  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


  •  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…)

2026 Four Seasons in Music


  • 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


  • 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…)