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SUMMARY:Explore at Your Own Pace: Self-Guided Tours of the Main House
DESCRIPTION:Explore at Your Own Pace: Self-Guided Tours of the Main House\nFridays – Sundays | April – November\nAvailable at 1pm\, 2pm\, and 3pm. Last entrance is at 3:30pm. \nTickets: $15 general admission\, $14 seniors (62+)\, $5 children (ages 6 – 17)\, children ages 5 and under are free. \nAll ages welcome; minors must be accompanied by an adult.\nSelf-Guided tours meet at the front door of the Main House.\nAll tickets final sale. \n  \nBook your tour now!\n  \nStep into the past with a self-guided tour of the Main House\, where YOU set the pace! During your exploration of  this historic house-museum\,  you’ll be transported to the opulent world of W.R. Coe\, an English immigrant\, and his wife\, American heiress Mai Rogers Coe. Uncover captivating stories about Planting Fields and the Coe family. Our expert docents are ready to enhance your experience\, answering your questions\, and revealing fascinating details about the family who once called this stunning estate home  \nWander through the meticulously crafted interiors of the Main House\, a timeless masterpiece designed to evoke centuries of history. The house dazzles with artistic elements including intricate ironwork by Samuel Yellin\, and striking murals by Robert Winthrop Chanler and Everett Shinn\, all encapsulating a unique American elegance. Every corner holds a new chapter of history waiting to be discovered! \nAfterward\, make sure to stop by the Visitor Center and Gift Shop to take home a memento of this unforgettable experience. \n  \nFor any questions\, please contact info@plantingfields.org \n  \nImportant to Note\n– Self-Guided tours may not provide access to some rooms. Please book a guided tour for a fully immersive experience.\n– Library passes can only be used for self-guided tours and cannot be used on days with special programs (i.e. festivals\, concerts\, benefits\, etc.). \n  \nBy registering for this event\, you consent to receive emails from Planting Fields Foundation and also consent to Planting Fields Foundation photographing and filming during the event. These images may be used for promotional purposes\, including social media\, on our website\, newsletters\, grant requests\, reports. As it may not be feasible to identify individuals who may wish to opt out\, your registration implies your consent to be photographed. If you have any concerns\, please contact us at info@plantingfields.org \n  \nThank you to our partner: \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n®I LOVE NEW YORK is a registered trademark and service mark of the New York State Department of Economic Development; used with permission. \n 
URL:https://plantingfields.org/happenings/self-guided-2026/
CATEGORIES:Happenings,Tours and Tickets
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SUMMARY:Behind the Velvet Ropes: Guided Tours of the Main House
DESCRIPTION:Behind the Velvet Ropes: Guided Tours of the Main House\nFriday – Sunday | April – November\nAvailable at 11am and 12pm\nTickets: $18 general admission\, $17 seniors (62+)\, $5 children (ages 6 – 17)\, children ages 5 and under are free. \nAll ages welcome; minors must be accompanied by an adult.\nGuided Tours meet at the Visitor Center for check-in. The Visitor Center is located at the Main House\, opposite of the Camellia House.\nAll tickets final sale.\n  \nBook Your Tour Now!\n  \nStep into a bygone era with an exclusive\, private group tour of the historic Main House\, where you’ll be guided by one of our expert docents on a journey behind the velvet ropes to explore the home’s stunning rooms up close. This immersive experience will deepen your understanding of the Coe family’s fascinating legacy\, the iconic estate they built\, and the remarkable history that surrounds it.  \nTransport yourself to the 1920s as you delve into the world of W.R. Coe\, an English immigrant\, and his wife\, American heiress Mai Rogers Coe. Discover the secrets of their springtime estate and learn about the artisans and architects who brought their grand vision to life.  \nWander through the meticulously crafted interiors of the Main House\, a timeless masterpiece designed to evoke centuries of history. The house dazzles with artistic elements including intricate ironwork by Samuel Yellin\, and striking murals by Robert Winthrop Chanler and Everett Shinn\, all encapsulating a unique American elegance.  \nExplore select rooms on both the main and second floors\, and step outside to the serene Cloister Garden\, all part of the architectural marvel designed by Walker and Gillette more than a century ago. Your tour will reveal hidden gems and stunning details not seen by the general public.  \nAfterward\, make sure to stop by the Visitor Center and Gift Shop to take home a memento of this unforgettable experience.  \nTours last approximately 60 minutes and has a maximum of 25 attendees per tour\, ensuring an intimate and personalized experience.  \n  \nFor any questions\, please contact info@plantingfields.org. \n  \nImportant to Note\n– Library passes can only be used for self-guided tours and cannot be used on days with special programs (i.e. festivals\, concerts\, benefits\, etc.).\n– We offer guided tours in Mandarin and Spanish\, but we require a week’s notice to ensure we can arrange for a docent who speaks the language to lead the tour.  \n  \nBy registering for this event\, you consent to receive emails from Planting Fields Foundation and also consent to Planting Fields Foundation photographing and filming during the event. These images may be used for promotional purposes\, including social media\, on our website\, newsletters\, grant requests\, reports. As it may not be feasible to identify individuals who may wish to opt out\, your registration implies your consent to be photographed. If you have any concerns\, please contact us at info@plantingfields.org \n  \nThank you to our partner: \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n®I LOVE NEW YORK is a registered trademark and service mark of the New York State Department of Economic Development; used with permission.
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SUMMARY:First Fridays: The Buzz on Biodiversity
DESCRIPTION:First Fridays: The Buzz on Biodiversity\nFriday\, Sep. 4\, 2026\n10 – 11am\n$25 per person\nAges 8+ welcome; Children must be accompanied by a paid adult.\nAll tickets final sale.\nThis tour begins at the Welcome Pavilion and check-in begins 15 minutes prior. \n  \nRegister Now!\n  \nSpend a morning immersed in the natural beauty of Planting Fields as we explore the fascinating world of pollinators\, monarch butterflies\, and the diverse insects that support healthy ecosystems. Led by Planting Fields Foundation’s Education Team\, this guided walk will uncover the important relationships between plants and pollinators while examining the challenges posed by invasive species. \nParticipants will take part in hands-on citizen science activities\, including monarch butterfly tagging\, and learn how everyday observations can contribute to conservation efforts. Whether you’re a dedicated naturalist or simply enjoy spending time outdoors\, this engaging program offers a unique opportunity to connect with nature and deepen your understanding of the living landscape around us. \n  \nMore about First Fridays\nThis monthly series dives into the various themes that make up Planting Fields\, with exclusive behind-the-scenes walking tours and workshops led by Planting Fields Foundation and New York State Parks staff\, who are experts in their respective fields. From wellness and Olmsted landscape features to the life-stories of Coe family members and their unchallenged spectacular horticultural\, historic and personal collections\, participants of this series will see this site with a new lens. Each month a new theme is explored with at least one staff expert serving as your guide. This series will take place on the first Friday of each month. \n  \nFor any additional information and questions\, please contact Kayla Cheshire\, Communications and Marketing Manager at kcheshire@plantingfields.org \n  \nAll ticket sales final. Outside tours will continue in the case of light rain. Should weather become inclement\, tour participants will be notified and the tour will be rescheduled. \n48 Hour Cancellation Policy: Should you need to cancel; you will be credited the amount towards a future 2026 First Friday event. \nBy registering for this event\, you consent to Planting Fields Foundation photographing and filming during the event. These images may be used for promotional purposes\, including social media\, on our website\, newsletters\, grant requests\, reports. As it may not be feasible to identify individuals who may wish to opt out\, your registration implies your consent to be photographed. By registering for this event\, you are also you are agreeing to receive pre-registration emails\, e-newsletters\, and other communications from Planting Fields Foundation. If you have any concerns\, please contact Kayla at kcheshire@plantingfields.org \n  \nThank you to our partners:\n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n®I LOVE NEW YORK is a registered trademark and service mark of the New York State Department of Economic Development; used with permission. \n  \nPhotograph by Stephanie Vaughn
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SUMMARY:Gold Coast Garden Tour: Fall Season
DESCRIPTION:Gold Coast Garden Tour: Fall Season\nFridays & Saturdays\, Sep. 11 – Oct. 31\n11am – 12pm\nTickets: General Admission\, $18 | Seniors\, $17 | Children (ages 6 – 17)\, $5 | Children (ages 5 and under)\, FREE\nAll ages welcome; minors must be accompanied by an adult. \nCheck-In: At the Visitor Center at the Main House (see map below) at 10:45am \n  \nBook Now!\n  \nStep back in time on a 60-minute guided walking tour through the history of this magnificent Gold Coast estate and its extraordinary gardens. The landscape at Planting Fields includes a remarkable collection of rare plant specimens\, champion trees\, and increasingly important natural habitats. It embodies the grand legacy and vision of W.R. Coe and renowned landscape architects and designers such as the Olmsted Brothers and A. Robeson Sargent. \nStroll with one of our Garden Guides as you discover plants and gardens in bloom\, explore some of the most beloved landscapes\, historic gardens\, and iconic destinations of Planting Fields\, and gain a deeper understanding of the people and vision that shaped this remarkable place. The tour also includes a brief stop outside the new Oudolf Garden\, where guests can learn about the internationally acclaimed designer’s vision for the site. \nFor any questions\, please contact Visitor Experience Manager Tracy Bacher at tbacher@plantingfields.org. \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nAll ticket sales final. Outside tours will continue in the case of light rain. Should weather become inclement\, tour participants will be notified and the tour will be rescheduled. \n48 Hour Cancellation Policy: Should you need to cancel; you will be credited the amount towards a future tour of the same value within the same year. \nBy registering for this event\, you consent to receive emails from Planting Fields Foundation and also consent to Planting Fields Foundation photographing and filming during the event. These images may be used for promotional purposes\, including social media\, on our website\, newsletters\, grant requests\, reports. As it may not be feasible to identify individuals who may wish to opt out\, your registration implies your consent to be photographed. If you have any concerns\, please contact us at info@plantingfields.org \n  \nThank you to our partner: \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n®I LOVE NEW YORK is a registered trademark and service mark of the New York State Department of Economic Development; used with permission.
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SUMMARY:Secret Spots Golf Cart Tour
DESCRIPTION:Secret Spots Golf Cart Tour\nWednesdays\, Fridays\, and Saturdays\, Oct. 2 – Oct. 30\n11am – 12:15pm\n$60 per person\nAges 5+ | Each rider must have their own seat\nLocation: Check-in at the Welcome Pavilion\nRain or shine | All tickets final sale \n  \nBook Now!\n  \nGo beyond the garden path…  \nJoin us on an intimate\, one-hour journey through some of the most enchanting\, “secret” spots of Planting Fields. Designed for groups of up to five guests\, this exclusive experience offers rare access to secluded corners\, breathtaking vistas\, and hidden treasures that many visitors might miss. Travel aboard a six-seat golf cart as your guide shares the stories\, history\, and horticultural highlights behind some of the site’s most captivating spaces. \n  \nAlong the way\, you’ll stop to explore remarkable locations\, including:  \n– The secluded Heather Garden  \n– The peaceful Dwarf Conifer Garden  \n– The historic Carshalton Gates  \n– Inspiring site-specific art installations  \n– Secret gardens\, rare ancient trees\, and other hidden gems found throughout the landscape  \n  \nWhether you’re visiting for the first time or have wandered the grounds for years\, this tour reveals a side of Planting Fields that’s rarely seen and always memorable.  \nAvailable for a limited time only. Advance reservations are required\, and availability is extremely limited to preserve the intimate nature of the experience.  \n  \nFor questions\, please contact Visitor Experience Manager\, Tracy Bacher\, at tbacher@plantingfields.org. \n  \nAll ticket sales final. Outside tours will continue in the case of light rain. Should weather become inclement\, tour participants will be notified and the tour will be rescheduled. \n\n48 Hour Cancellation Policy: Should you need to cancel; you will be credited the amount towards a future tour of the same value within the same year. \nBy registering for this event\, you consent to receive emails from Planting Fields Foundation and also consent to Planting Fields Foundation photographing and filming during the event. These images may be used for promotional purposes\, including social media\, on our website\, newsletters\, grant requests\, reports. As it may not be feasible to identify individuals who may wish to opt out\, your registration implies your consent to be photographed. If you have any concerns\, please contact us at info@plantingfields.org \n\n\n  \n  \nThank you to our partner: \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n®I LOVE NEW YORK is a registered trademark and service mark of the New York State Department of Economic Development; used with permission. \n\n\n\n 
URL:https://plantingfields.org/happenings/secret-spots-golf-cart-tour/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261002T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261002T200000
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SUMMARY:First Fridays 2026: Planting Fields as Palimpsest\, An Archival Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:First Fridays 2026: Planting Fields as Palimpsest\, An Archival Walking Tour\nFriday\, Oct. 2\, 2026\n10 – 11am\n$25 per person\nLocation: Throughout the grounds of Planting Fields\nCheck-in: 9:45am at Main House at Planting Fields \n  \nRegister Now!\n  \nWhat stories remain when the buildings themselves are gone? \nExplore the hidden layers of architectural history at Planting Fields on this special walking tour that uncovers the traces of structures\, landscapes\, and eras that have shaped the estate over time\, led by Planting Fields Foundation’s Director of Collections and Research\, Marie Penny! \nA palimpsest refers to the layers of history embedded within a place\, where remnants of the past continue to influence the present. Throughout its history\, Planting Fields has been home to remarkable buildings that have since disappeared—from the Byrne House\, which stood on the property before the Coe family\, to the mid-century SUNY-era geodesic domes. Though these structures are no longer part of the landscape\, their stories remain woven into the identity of the site. \nThis fascinating tour invites guests to uncover the architectural evolution of Planting Fields through historic photographs\, archival materials\, and the physical landscape itself. Discover how the estate has transformed across generations and how each era has left its mark. \nAs part of this exclusive experience\, guests will receive an advance preview of Fragment of the Foundation of the Babel Tower\, the 2026 Catalyst installation by Fiona Tan\, before its public opening. The installation offers a timely reflection on memory\, fragments\, and the ways we preserve and reconstruct our understanding of the past. \nThe tour concludes with a special opportunity to visit the Planting Fields Foundation archives\, where historic documents\, photographs\, and collections provide an even deeper look into the people\, places\, and stories that have shaped the estate. \nThis tour takes place primarily outdoors and requires a moderate amount of walking. Please dress appropriately for the weather and wear comfortable footwear. \n  \nMore about First Fridays\nThis monthly series dives into the various themes that make up Planting Fields\, with exclusive behind-the-scenes walking tours and workshops led by Planting Fields Foundation and New York State Parks staff\, who are experts in their respective fields. From wellness and Olmsted landscape features to the life-stories of Coe family members and their unchallenged spectacular horticultural\, historic and personal collections\, participants of this series will see this site with a new lens. Each month a new theme is explored with at least one staff expert serving as your guide. This series will take place on the first Friday of each month. \n  \nFor any additional information and questions\, please contact Kayla Cheshire\, Communications and Marketing Manager at kcheshire@plantingfields.org \n  \nAll ticket sales final. Outside tours will continue in the case of light rain. Should weather become inclement\, tour participants will be notified and the tour will be rescheduled. \n48 Hour Cancellation Policy: Should you need to cancel; you will be credited the amount towards a future 2026 First Friday event. \nBy registering for this event\, you consent to Planting Fields Foundation photographing and filming during the event. These images may be used for promotional purposes\, including social media\, on our website\, newsletters\, grant requests\, reports. As it may not be feasible to identify individuals who may wish to opt out\, your registration implies your consent to be photographed. By registering for this event\, you are also you are agreeing to receive pre-registration emails\, e-newsletters\, and other communications from Planting Fields Foundation. If you have any concerns\, please contact Kayla at kcheshire@plantingfields.org \n  \nThank you to our partners:\n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n®I LOVE NEW YORK is a registered trademark and service mark of the New York State Department of Economic Development; used with permission.
URL:https://plantingfields.org/happenings/first-fridays-2026-palimpsest/
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