Families can discover the wonders of nature with a one-hour guided tour through the gardens and woodlands, featuring nature-themed games and hands-on activities. During the Birds and Bugs theme, children will learn about creatures that fly, crawl, and buzz through observation, movement, and play. The program concludes with a fun craft to take home, inspired […]
Families can discover the wonders of nature with a one-hour guided tour through the gardens and woodlands, featuring nature-themed games and hands-on activities. During the Flowers and Trees theme, children will explore plants big and small, learning how they grow and change with the seasons. Each session includes a simple planting or craft project for children […]
This five-class program for ages 2-3 invites caregivers and children to learn together through play and guided exploration. Each class includes a story and a themed focus—Color, Shapes, Foods, Gardening, or the Senses—paired with music, movement, and hands-on sensory activities. Families experience the Gardens side by side in an all-weather program. This is a 5-week, […]
Learn basic embroidery stitches and make a small, embroidered design with the help of an instructor. All supplies are included, and participants take home their hoop and embroidered design. Pre-registration required. | $25 per participant | 20% member discount
As part of our Spring "Dog Days" Weekend, leashed dogs are welcome in designated areas throughout the Gardens for a scenic spring stroll. From 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., be sure to stop by our Spring Dog Festival, featuring a curated lineup of local pet and dog-focused vendors offering treats, accessories, services, and more—just for […]
Join us for an evening of romantic and beautiful music as Poetica Musica and Old Westbury Gardens present Romantic Rendezvous in the intimate and elegant Red Ballroom of Westbury House. Renowned pianists Javor Bračić and Angelina Gadeliya make their series debut, performing solo and duo piano works by Chopin, Schubert, Fauré, Barber, and others. The […]
Celebrate spring at Old Westbury Gardens with your four-legged friend during our Spring "Dog Days" Weekend, April 18–19! For two special days, leashed canine companions are welcome to join you for a stroll through our picturesque grounds as the gardens come alive with early blooms and fresh spring air. Whether you’re snapping a photo among […]
This five-class program for ages 2-3 invites caregivers and children to learn together through play and guided exploration. Each class includes a story and a themed focus—Color, Shapes, Foods, Gardening, or the Senses—paired with music, movement, and hands-on sensory activities. Families experience the Gardens side by side in an all-weather program. This is a 5-week, […]
Explore your creativity in this hands-on adult education program with our Education Manager! Participants will use a sketch pad, pencil, watercolor set, and brush provided during class while learning techniques for sketching from observation. At the end, take home your finished artwork to display—supplies are for use during class only. This is a rain or […]
This five-class program for ages 2-3 invites caregivers and children to learn together through play and guided exploration. Each class includes a story and a themed focus—Color, Shapes, Foods, Gardening, or the Senses—paired with music, movement, and hands-on sensory activities. Families experience the Gardens side by side in an all-weather program. This is a 5-week, […]
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