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GATSBY WEEKEND AT THE GARDENS!
Celebrate 100 Years of The Great Gatsby—In Style!
Step back into the Roaring Twenties as Old Westbury Gardens transforms into a Jazz Age wonderland for Gatsby at the Gardens Weekend, September 19–21. From flapper fashion and vintage dance to speakeasy sparkle, silent films, and Art Deco adventures for all ages, this three-day celebration honors the centennial of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s iconic novel in true Gold Coast glamour. Whether you’re a partygoer, history buff, budding architect, or just in it for the croquet—there’s something for everyone. Dust off your feathers and fedoras, and join us for a weekend that’s the bee’s knees.
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 19
THE SPARROWS at Old Westbury Gardens
The Sparrows are back! After four sold out productions at the Gardens, the Sparrows return this summer with an all new vaudeville revue featuring the high-energy jazz, show-stopping choreography, and cheeky comedy of the 1920s. 7:00 PM | Ballroom | $40 (20% off for members)
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 20
🕵️♀️Gatsby’s Swingin’ Scavenger Hunt
The jazz artists are late for Gatsby’s big bash and lost in the gardens! Hunt for Jazz players hidden in the landscape. Check off your findings, and return to Westbury House for a special prize.
10:00 AM–5:00 PM | All Over the Gardens | Included with Admission | All Ages
✨ Gatsby in the Gardens: Art Deco Perspectives
Experience the glamour and bold design of the Roaring Twenties through contemporary artwork inspired by the opulence of Long Island’s Gold Coast. This juried exhibition celebrates the era’s iconic fashion, architecture, and luxury in true Art Deco style.
10:00 AM–5:00 PM | Light Court Hallway | Curated by Westbury Arts & Old Westbury Gardens.
🏏 Games on the Green
Play like they did in the roaring ’20s! Try your hand at croquet, bocce ball, Jenga, and ring toss on the grand lawn.
11:00 AM–4:00 PM | North Allée | Included with Admission | All Ages
💃 Foxtrot Like Gatsby: 1920s Dance Class
Step into the world of Gatsby with this beginner-friendly 1920s foxtrot class taught by dance historian Susan de Guardiola. Learn the original lively foxtrot, just as it was danced in Gatsby’s day—before the modern ballroom style took over. No partner or experience needed! Historical insights and fun included.
12:00 PM- 1:00PM | Barn at Orchard Hill | Included with Admission
💃 Waltz Like Gatsby: 1920s Dance Class
Float through Gatsby’s party in this introduction to the 1920s hesitation waltz, taught by dance historian Susan de Guardiola. This beginner-friendly class blends dance instruction with a touch of social dance history from the Jazz Age. No partner or experience required.
3:00 PM- 4:00 PM | Barn at Orchard Hill | Included with Admission
📿 Gatsby Glam: DIY Beaded Accessories
Get creative with your own Gatsby glam! Design a 1920s-inspired headband or string a sparkling set of beads.
1:00 PM–4:00 PM | Outside Westbury House | Cost Varies Per Craft | All Ages
🏛️Junior Architects: A Kid’s Tour of Westbury House
Explore the Gold Coast mansion through the lens of 1920s history and Art Deco design: Includes an interactive guided tour and an art activity where kids create their own art deco architecture.
11:30 PM–12:30 PM | Westbury House| $18 Adults, $13 Child (20% off for members) | Ages 5+
THE SPARROWS at Old Westbury Gardens
The Sparrows are back! After four sold out productions at the Gardens, the Sparrows return this summer with an all new vaudeville revue featuring the high-energy jazz, show-stopping choreography, and cheeky comedy of the 1920s. 7:00 PM | Ballroom | $40 (20% off for members)
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 21
🕵️♀️Gatsby’s Swingin’ Scavenger Hunt
The jazz artists are late for Gatsby’s big bash and lost in the gardens! Hunt for Jazz players hidden in the landscape. Check off your findings, and return to Westbury House for a special prize.
10:00 AM–5:00 PM | All Over the Gardens | Included with Admission | All Ages
✨Gatsby in the Gardens: Art Deco Perspectives
Experience the glamour and bold design of the Roaring Twenties through contemporary artwork inspired by the opulence of Long Island’s Gold Coast. This juried exhibition celebrates the era’s iconic fashion, architecture, and luxury in true Art Deco style.
10:00 AM–5:00 PM | Light Court Hallway | Curated by Westbury Arts & Old Westbury Gardens.
🏏 Games on the Green
Play like they did in the roaring ’20s! Try your hand at croquet, bocce ball, Jenga, and ring toss on the grand lawn.
11:00 AM–4:00 PM | North Allée | Included with Admission | All Ages
🎞️ Jazz Age Toons: 1920s Cartoon Hour
Laugh and marvel at the early days of cartoon magic with classic characters who first danced onto the screen during this golden age of animation. Try your hand at making a mini flipbook—a pocket-sized animation you create yourself, frame by frame.
4:00PM-5:00pm | The Barn at Orchard Hill | Included with Admission | All Ages
🧵Beginner Beading & Deco Embroidery
Learn the basics of embroidery and beading in this relaxing, 1920s inspired hands-on workshop.
11:00 AM-1:00PM | The Barn at Orchard Hill | $30 20% off for members | Ages 16+
📿 Gatsby Glam: DIY Beaded Accessories
Get creative with your own Gatsby glam! Design a 1920s-inspired headband or string a sparkling set of beads.
1:00 PM–4:00 PM | Outside Westbury House |Cost Varies Per Craft | All Ages
🧥 Sketch the Style: 1920s Fashion Talk & Illustration Class
In this hands-on fashion lecture and class, we’ll explore the revolutionary style of the Jazz Age—when fashion illustration flourished and artists like Erté brought elegance and movement to the page with his iconic Art Deco designs. Learn about 1920s fashion, from dropped waists to dramatic accessories, before illustrating your own period-inspired ensemble with guided instruction. All materials included—just bring your imagination and an eye for sparkle.
2:00 PM–3:30 PM | The Barn at Orchard Hill | $23 ($5 for members) | Ages 16+