Unlock your child's creativity with Planting Fields, where history, nature, and imagination come together! This unique program offers young storytellers the chance to create their very own storybook, from writing and illustrating to binding their finished work.
SOLD OUT! Delight in music by Beethoven, Brahms, Davidson, and Still inside the magnificent Great Hall of the Main House at Planting Fields!
Join us as we explore the world of flowers! This Little Learners program includes a flower craft and planting your own flower to bring home. For ages 2 – 5.
Join us for a spring stroll to the Margaret Sullivan Heather Garden! Embrace the flower-filled grounds as you're guided to the restored garden by Planting Fields Foundation's Director of Horticulture, Donna Moramarco!
Join us for a buzzing adventure as we read, explore, and discover fun facts about the creepy crawlers around us!
Join us for a week of free inclusive fun and exploration as we celebrate Autism Awareness and Acceptance Month at Planting Fields! This FREE week of scavenger hunts is open to visitors of all abilities and ages, including community groups, adults and families with neurodivergent children, as well as individuals.
Start spring break off in a purely magical way! Join us for an enchanting adventure at Planting Fields during Natural Sensory Celebration Week as we embark on a special journey to search for a real-life fairy on the grounds!
Join us for a calming and engaging art adventure designed to spark creativity through touch, color, and texture with partners One River School of Art & Design!
Step into a world where art and nature collide! Under the expert guidance of a professional artist and educator, students will elevate their creativity, experimenting with mixed media techniques to craft a stunning, nature-inspired masterpiece.
In honor of Earth Day, join us for a heartwarming and fun-filled experience as we explore the importance of reusing, reducing, and recycling in a way that’s perfect for young minds!
Join us for free Monthly Meditation sessions! Whether you're an experienced meditator or someone new to mindfulness, these sessions will offer a gentle yet profound way to quiet your thoughts, release stress, and experience the deep stillness that comes from aligning with the natural world.
Join us for the annual Arbor Day Festival on Saturday, April 26 and Sunday, April 27 from 10am – 4pm as we celebrate the importance of trees and environmental conservation. Hosted by Planting Fields Foundation and New York State Parks, this two-day celebration promises a weekend of family-friendly fun!
Explore the extensive collection of medieval and renaissance stained glass at Planting Fields with Emily Leger, Planting Fields Foundation’s Collections and Exhibitions Manager!
I Love My Park Day Saturday, May 3 9am – 12pm Rain or shine FREE Please note that this program is through Parks and Trails NY and you will be directed to their site for registration. Join us for I Love My Park Day at Planting Fields! Be part of New York State’s largest single-day volunteer event as we join thousands across the state to celebrate and care for our parks, historic sites, and public lands. Help us get Planting Fields ready for the season—roll up your sleeves and pitch in for a day of community, connection, and.....Read More
In this exciting journey into the world of bees, young learners will discover how these tiny but mighty creatures help our environment flourish. Embark on a buzzing adventure with your little ones and create lasting memories in this hands-on, interactive experience!
Step into the captivating architectural world of Planting Fields and experience an unforgettable after-hours event with renowned author and historian, Witold Rybczynski! Enjoy a specialty cocktail and explore the Main House.
Celebrate the publication of Planting Fields: A Place on Long Island with us at this free event! Meet contributors to the publication and enjoy the history and wonder of Planting Fields!
Join us for an enchanting spring evening surrounded by vibrant blooms of azaleas, cherry blossoms, rhododendrons, peonies, dogwoods, magnolias, lilacs, and more, set amidst the idyllic Olmsted Brothers-designed gardens at Planting Fields!
Unplug and connect with nature in this exciting, hands-on workshop that features the flowers of Planting Fields! Designed for ages 5 – 12, participants will embark on an exploration of the Main Greenhouse and gardens, craft their very own flower frame keepsake, and go home with a special gift!
Get ready for a blooming adventure that will create memories to cherish forever as you and your little one explore the vibrant world of flowers! In this hands-on experience, you'll uncover the magic behind how flowers grow and the important role they play in our environment.
Join us for the Spring 5K: Get ready to lace up your shoes for a breathtaking experience through the stunning Olmsted Brothers-designed landscapes at Planting Fields!
Join us for free Monthly Meditation sessions! Whether you're an experienced meditator or someone new to mindfulness, these sessions will offer a gentle yet profound way to quiet your thoughts, release stress, and experience the deep stillness that comes from aligning with the natural world.
Enjoy music by de Falla, Price, Bartok, and Dvorak in the picturesque Cloister Garden at the Main House!
Get ready to dive into the wonders of water with your little ones in this Little Learners program! We’ll explore how water moves, flows, and helps plants and animals thrive.
Join us for an enchanting tour, led by Sustainability Coordinator Rebecca Slagle and Michael D. Coe Archivist Marie Penny! Learn about the care that goes into maintaining the Rose Arbor and Rose Walk, discover one of the great love stories of Planting Fields, and have the opportunity to view the newly restored Tea House!
