GARDEN DAYS: Off-the-Path Nature Walk

Join Will Story, member of the Gardens' horticultural staff, for a 45-minute walk through some of the naturalized woodland areas surrounding the formal gardens.   Registration is required as space is limited. Included with your ticket are admission, guided walk, and reusable water bottle. Fee: $22; free for members (registration required).

Yoga in the Gardens

Professional yoga instructor Nancy Rich leads students through a dynamic, yet gentle flow of postures and conscious breathing. Participants must bring a yoga mat, yoga strap, and towel. $28 per session (includes Gardens admission) Members receive a $18 discount Nancy Rich, E-RYT 500, a graduate of SUNY Stony Brook with a dual bachelor’s degree in […]

Sketching and Water Coloring for Adults

In this relaxed art class with Education Manager Laura Erwin, we’ll explore the gardens while you use a provided sketch pad, pencil, watercolor set, and brush. No experience needed! You’ll pick up easy sketching techniques and enjoy a stress-free creative session. Location: The Beech Tree. Pre-registration is required. General Admission + $5 Class FeeMembers: $5 […]

GARDEN DAYS: Nature’s Resiliency: A Panel Discussion

Kick off Garden Days at Old Westbury Gardens with an engaging panel discussion on Thursday, May 15, from 7:00–8:30 PM. Explore timely questions shaping our local environment: What is the impact of an ever-changing environment? What does the science say? What role does the community play in building a resilient ecosystem? The panel will feature: […]

Music for a Sunday Afternoon: CROSS ISLAND

Continuing a tradition, CROSS ISLAND—Clarinetist Joseph Rutkowski, cellist Suzanne Mueller, and pianist Elinor Abrams Zayas—opens the series. The program will comprise, duets and trios spanning centuries and styles, seamlessly blending beloved favorites and intriguing discoveries. Location: The lawn at The Barn (bring a lawn chair or blanket), or inside the Barn in case of inclement […]

GARDEN DAYS: Plant Sale Preview Party!

Join us for our 5TH ANNUAL GARDEN DAYS PLANT SALE PREVIEW PARTY!!! Attendees have first selection of specialty plants curated by the Gardens Horticultural Staff. All the plants for sale were grown on Long Island. Staff from the Gardens' Horticulture Department will be on-hand to assist in plant selection and growing tips.    This benefit evening […]

GARDEN DAYS: Plant Sale

A selection of plants featuring hard-to-find perennials, and Gardens’ signature plants. All the plants for sale were grown on Long Island. Throughout the day, staff from the Gardens' Horticulture Department will be on-hand to assist in plant selection and growing tips.    Members receive 20% off purchase at the plant sale.  Fee: Access included with general […]