The Great Gatsby Tour & Talk

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  •  July 30, 2025
     6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
  •  September 17, 2025
     6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
  •  October 8, 2025
     6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
  •  November 5, 2025
     6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

“Ceaselessly Into the Past”:  How 100 years of The Great Gatsby shaped life on the Gold Coast Join us for a guided tour of Hempstead House, one of the grand Gold Coast mansions that provided the inspirational backdrop for F. Scott Fitzgerald’s The Great Gatsby. Then, instructors from The Story Round will lead a table discussion (more…)

Introduction to Ballroom Dancing

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  •  February 2, 2026
     7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  •  February 9, 2026
     7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  •  February 19, 2026
     7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Take the first step and learn how to dance today! Discover the joy of ballroom dance in a fun, relaxed setting at the Sands Point Preserve! Join us for an introductory class led by Donatas Nacajus of Ballroom Boutique, and take your first steps on the dance floor with confidence and style. The aim of (more…)

Hempstead House Tours


  • 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
  • Tours 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
  • 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
  • Tour at 12pm
     July 29, 2026
     12:00 pm - 1:00 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…)

Hours and Admission

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  • 4th of July: Open
     July 4, 2025
     9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Labor Day: Open
     September 1, 2025
     9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Thanksgiving Day: Closed
     November 27, 2025
     9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Christmas Eve: Closed
     December 24, 2025
     9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Christmas Day: Closed
     December 25, 2025
     9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Preserve Closed
     December 26, 2025
     9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Preserve Closed
     December 27, 2025
     9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Preserve Closed
     December 28, 2025
     9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Preserve Closed
     December 29, 2025
     9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Preserve Closed
     December 30, 2025
     9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • New Year's Eve: Closed
     December 31, 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…)

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

Ecotherapy


  • 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…)

Monthly Meditation


  •  June 4, 2026
     7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  •  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…)

24 Hour Wilderness Survival

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  •  October 25, 2025 - October 26, 2025
     12:00 pm

Spend 24 hours in our woods during our Overnight Survival challenge! Instructors Eric Powers and Mike Evans will guide this immersive experience, which includes setting up a group campsite, foraging and resource walks, establishing fire, trying your hand at cordage and more. Guests will share in a communal dinner where everyone shares their favorite camping (more…)

Wilderness Survival Series

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  • Navigation & Traps
     July 12, 2025
     10:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Making Fire with Friction
     August 9, 2025
     10:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Making Fire with Sparks
     September 13, 2025
     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…)

2025 Four Seasons In Music

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  • Summer 2025
     July 13, 2025
     3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
  • 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…)

Summer Breeze Blowout: Radio Land

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  •  August 12, 2025
     6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Get Ready to Set Sail with Radio Land Boomer Band – The Ultimate Yacht Rock Experience! Yacht Rock is back in a big way — and it’s winning hearts across generations, from Boomers to Gen Z! Whether you’re reliving the soundtrack of your youth or discovering these smooth grooves for the first time, the songs (more…)

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