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Westbury House and Gardens are open every weekend from April 6th, and every day EXCEPT TUESDAYS, from April 29th to October 31st, from 10:00 am until 5:00 pm (the House will open at 11:00 am), with the last vehicle being allowed onto the property at 4:00 pm.



Monday
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Tuesday
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Wednesday
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Thursday
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Friday
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Saturday
Open to the Public 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Kids & Family Programs: Spring Sprouts Stroll 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Bring your little buds for a sneak peek at what spring brings! Join our guided walk through the Gardens to view early bloomers as they delight in the timely change of seasons. All ages. No registration required.

Poetica MusicaPoetica Musica: Three Kinds of Romance
6:45 pm An evening concert with Debussy (Sonata for Cello and Piano), Arensky (Piano Trio No. #1) and Dvorak (Piano Trio, Opus 90 "Dumky").

Gail Niwa, piano
Abraham Appleman, violinist
Eugene Moye, cello

Guided tour of Westbury House, 6:45 pm; Pre-concert talk, 7:30 pm; Concert 8:00 pm.   $25.00/$20.00 members, students & seniors. Registration required, please call (516) 333-0048 Ext. 301.


Sunday
Open to the Public 10:00 am - 5:00 pm


Monday
Closed


Tuesday
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Wednesday
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Thursday
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Friday
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Saturday
Dog DaysOpen to the Public 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Dog Days:
Special Early Spring Weekend (Two-legged) Admission: $8.00 General; $5.00 Seniors (over 62), $3.00 Children 7-17; 6 and under, Old Westbury Gardens members, and leashed dogs: Free. Bring your leashed dog for an invigorating walk and healthy exercise in designated garden areas. Meet fellow dog lovers in a beautiful environment. Dog must be leashed.

Dog Exhibitors and Vendors 11:00 am - 4:00 pm View exhibits from rescue groups and animal welfare organizations. The Big Apple Sporting Society will be on-site to administer the AKC Canine Good Citizen exams and run a sporting dogs match.


Sunday
Open to the Public 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Dog DaysDog Days: Special Early Spring Weekend (Two-legged) Admission: $8.00 General; $5.00 Seniors (over 62), $3.00 Children 7-17; 6 and under, Old Westbury Gardens members, and leashed dogs: Free. Bring your leashed dog for an invigorating walk and healthy exercise in designated garden areas. Meet fellow dog lovers in a beautiful environment. Dog must be leashed.

Suzuki on the Island Concert 3:00 pm Student Piano Concert for Suzuki on the Island.  Free with admission.


Monday
Closed


Tuesday
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Wednesday
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Thursday
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Friday
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Saturday
Open to the Public 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Sold Out - Horticutlture Workshop: Reap the Fruits of Your Labor 10:30 am - 11:30 am Join Scott Lucas, Greenhouse Supervisor, as he presents on the how-to of seed sowing techniques here at the Gardens.  Advance registration required. please call (516) 333-0048 Ext. 301 or register ONLINE HERE.

Talk & Tours: Paintings of Westbury House 2:00 pm Join docent Anise Cherry for a 1-hour guided tour of the fine art collection featuring works by Reynolds, Constable and Gainsborough.


Sunday
Open to the Public 10:00 am - 4:00 pm


Monday
Closed


Tuesday
Closed


Wednesday
Closed


Thursday
Closed


Friday
Closed


Saturday
Taste of SpringOpen to the Public 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Taste of Spring 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Join Gardens members, new and old, for our annual member appreciation event with a sampling of appetizers, entrees, desserts and wines provided by some of Long Island's finest restaurants, caterers and wineries. A members only event.  Tickets are $40.00 per person.  To register online please click HERE. For more information, see Taste of Spring or contact Jana Ryan (516) 333-0048 Ext. 309.


Sunday
Open to the Public 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Kids & Family Programs: A Tree-Mendous Celebration! 10:00 am - 3:00 pm You’re invited to an Old Westbury Gardens Tree-Mendous celebration honoring one of nature’s grandest treasures—the tree! Spend a fun filled day learning all about this natural contributor. Highlights include the basics of tree biology, how trees influence our everyday lives, crafts, plant giveaways and more! All ages. Free with admission.

Arbor Day Tree Dedication Ceremony 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Join family and friends who have contributed to the Tree Fund to dedicate a series of trees in memory or in honor of loved ones.  An annual Arbor Day tradition.  Rain or Shine.


Monday
Open to the Public 10:00 am - 5:00 pm


Tuesday
Closed