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Qigong
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Early Summer
June 28, 2026
11:30 am - 12:30 pm -
Late Summer
September 13, 2026
11:30 am - 12:30 pm -
Fall
October 25, 2026
11:30 am - 12:30 pm
Qigong is considered one of the five branches of Asian Medicine, a foundation for martial arts, and a spiritual practice revered in Daoist and Chan Buddhist tradition. Qi is a vital element found in everything: the sun, the trees, the wind, the sky, the blooming flowers in spring and the falling leaves in the fall. Qi is (more…)
Princess Day at the Castle
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Session OneA
June 28, 2026
11:30 am - 12:30 pm -
Session One
June 28, 2026
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm -
Session Two
June 28, 2026
12:30 pm - 1:30 pm -
Session Three
June 28, 2026
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm -
Session ThreeA
June 28, 2026
1:30 pm - 2:30 pm -
Session Four
June 28, 2026
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm -
Session Five
June 28, 2026
3:30 pm - 4:30 pm -
Session Six
June 28, 2026
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm -
Session Seven
June 28, 2026
4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
A Grand Event at the Sands Point Preserve! Guests are welcomed into the majestic Hempstead House, where they meet their first Princess who sends them on a magical quest to become a true Princesses (or Prince!). As they stroll through each room of the Castle, guests will encounter each Princess and learn that being a (more…)
Falaise Tours
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Tours at 12pm, 1pm, 2pm and 3pm
July 19, 2026
12:00 pm - 3:00 pm -
Tours at 12pm and 2pm
August 8, 2026
12:00 pm - 2:00 pm -
Tours at 12pm and 2pm
August 7, 2026
12:00 pm - 2:00 pm -
Tours at 12pm, 1pm, 2pm and 3pm
August 2, 2026
12:00 pm - 3:00 pm -
Tours at 12pm and 2pm
August 1, 2026
12:00 pm - 2:00 pm -
Tours at 12pm and 2pm
July 31, 2026
12:00 pm - 2:00 pm -
Tours at 12pm, 1pm, 2pm and 3pm
July 26, 2026
12:00 pm - 3:00 pm -
Tours at 12pm and 2pm
July 25, 2026
12:00 pm - 2:00 pm -
Tours at 12pm and 2pm
July 24, 2026
12:00 pm - 2:00 pm -
Tours at 12pm and 2pm
June 28, 2026
12:00 pm - 2:00 pm -
Tours at 12pm and 2pm
July 18, 2026
12:00 pm - 2:00 pm -
Tours at 12pm and 2pm
July 17, 2026
12:00 pm - 2:00 pm -
Tours at 12pm, 1pm, 2pm and 3pm
July 12, 2026
12:00 pm - 3:00 pm -
Tours at 12pm and 2pm
July 11, 2026
12:00 pm - 2:00 pm -
Tours at 12pm, 1pm, 2pm and 3pm
July 10, 2026
12:00 pm - 3:00 pm -
Tours at 12pm and 2pm
July 5, 2026
12:00 pm - 2:00 pm -
Tours at 12pm, 1pm, 2pm and 3pm
July 3, 2026
12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
PLEASE NOTE: THERE WILL BE NO FALAISE TOURS ON SATURDAY, JULY 4 Interior access to Falaise is available by scheduled guided tours only from June – October. 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 (more…)
Summer Kickoff Jam with Shakedown Citi
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June 30, 2026
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Kick off your summer at the Sands Point Preserve with an evening concert on our lawn featuring Shakedown Citi! As the sun sets, join us for a night of live music, waterfront views, and laid-back vibes. Shakedown Citi is a fresh new force on the jam band scene, born in the heart of a Grateful (more…)
Hempstead House Tours
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Tour at 12pm
July 1, 2026
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm -
Tour 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 -
Tours at 12pm & 1:30pm
August 9, 2026
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm -
Tour at 12pm
August 12, 2026
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm -
Tours at 12pm & 1:30pm
August 23, 2026
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm -
Tour 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…)
Historical Walking Tour
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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…)
Monthly Meditation
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July 2, 2026
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm -
Rescheduled Date
August 5, 2026
7:00 pm - 8:00 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…)
Hours and Admission
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4th of July: Open
July 4, 2026
9:00 am - 7:00 pm -
Labor Day: Open
September 7, 2026
9:00 am - 7:00 pm -
Thanksgiving Day: Closed
November 26, 2026
9:00 am - 5:00 pm -
Christmas Day: Closed
December 25, 2026
9:00 am - 5:00 pm -
New Year's Day: Closed
January 1, 2027
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
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…)
Wilderness Survival Series 2026
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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…)
Ice House Jams
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July 12, 2026
12:00 pm - 3:00 pm -
July 19, 2026
12:00 pm - 3:00 pm -
July 26, 2026
12:00 pm - 3:00 pm -
August 2, 2026
12:00 pm - 3:00 pm -
August 9, 2026
12:00 pm - 3:00 pm -
August 16, 2026
12:00 pm - 3:00 pm -
August 23, 2026
12:00 pm - 3:00 pm -
August 30, 2026
12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Join us for live music — free with park admission — at the Preserve’s new outdoor gathering space in the woods behind Castle Gould: the Ice House! Curated by Homebrew Music, these sessions bring the best local artists to our cozy pond-side spot for select Sundays all spring and summer. Relax on our lounge furniture, (more…)