Upcoming Events
2025 Four Seasons In Music
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Fall 2025
November 9, 2025
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
The Preserve’s historic mansions and waterfront grounds are the backdrop for this unique chamber music series, created by Series Artistic Director Kathryn Lockwood. Each concert features music and poetry, inspired by the time of year and themes of romance and resilience. Internationally renowned musicians present captivating performances with repertoire ranging from Beethoven, Bach, and Mozart to (more…)
Owl Prowl
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Owl Prowl - Adults Only
November 13, 2025
7:30 pm - 9:00 pm -
Owl Prowl - Families
November 14, 2025
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
TWO SESSIONS FOR ADULTS AND FAMILIES Both programs begin with a brief presentation to learn how to identify owls by sight and sound, and attract these beneficial birds to your own backyard. Then we’ll head out to the woods for a very quiet guided night walk in search of owls and other nighttime wildlife. Our (more…)
Hempstead House Tours
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Tours at 12pm & 2pm
November 23, 2025
12:00 pm - 2:00 pm -
Tours at 12pm & 2pm
December 14, 2025
12:00 pm - 2:00 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…)
Hours and Admission
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Thanksgiving Day: Closed
November 27, 2025
9:00 am - 5:00 pm -
Christmas Day: Closed
December 25, 2025
9:00 am - 5:00 pm -
New Year's Day: Closed
January 1, 2026
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…)