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Old Westbury Gardens
Old Westbury Gardens seeks to inspire appreciation of the early 20th century American country estate through faithful preservation and interpretation of its landscape, gardens, architecture, and collections.
Upcoming Events
March 3, 2026
SOLD OUT: BUS TRIP: 2026 PHS Philadelphia Flower Show
Rooted: Origins of American Gardening, the theme of the 2026 PHS Philadelphia Flower Show, celebrates the stories, traditions, and cultures that have shaped how we […]
April 1, 2026
2026 Opening Day
Kick off the 2026 season at Old Westbury Gardens with Opening Day! Wander the formal gardens as they come to life for spring and visit […]
April 2, 2026
Seasonal Sprouts: Time Travelers in Westbury House
Families step back in time during this one-hour guided tour through Westbury House.Discover how families lived long ago through stories, games, and hands-on activities and […]
April 2, 2026
Spring Egg Planter Painting
Celebrate the start of spring in this all-ages crafting and gardening activity. Participants will receive paint supplies and a mini ceramic egg-shaped planter, then plan […]
April 3, 2026
Seasonal Sprouts: Artful Explorers
Families can explore creativity in nature during this one-hour guided program through the gardens and at the barn at Orchard Hill. Children will observe colors, […]
April 3, 2026
Spring Egg Planter Painting
Celebrate the start of spring in this all-ages crafting and gardening activity. Participants will receive paint supplies and a mini ceramic egg-shaped planter, then plan […]
Plan Your Visit
Today's Hours: Closed
71 Old Westbury Road, Old Westbury, NY, 11568
info@oldwestburygardens.org
(516) 333-0048
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Feeling particularly Regency today?
If the romance lighting up your screen has you longing for waltzes, whispered confessions, and grand estates…extend the fantasy.
Join us the First Weekend in May for A Most Ardently Anticipated Affair.
🗓️May 2 & 3
Society awaits.
(Details in due course.)
#oldwestburygardens #regencyromance #bridgerton #janeausten #longisland
Yes, it was a blizzard.
Thankfully, it’s not forever. Spring returns soon. 🌸
#oldwestburygardens #spring #comingsoon #longisland
Here’s a little love from us to you, until we meet again.
Happy Valentine’s Day. 💗
#oldwestburygardens #valentinesday #longisland
Thank you to our wonderful speakers — Julia Boulton, Rebecca Lemonius, and Claire Greenslade — and to moderator Annie Guilfoyle and Garden Masterclass @gardenmasterclass for an inspiring afternoon at In the Footsteps of Giants yesterday in Westbury House.
And thank you to everyone who joined us — we loved sharing this conversation with you. 🌿
And thank you to @polkadotpoundcake for the lovely bites.
#oldwestburygardens #gardenmasterclass #gardendesign #history #longisland
🌸 SAVE THE DATE: Gardeners’ Fair 🌸
Join us at Old Westbury Gardens for our annual Gardeners’ Fair—a celebration of beauty, stewardship, and the enduring legacy of this historic estate.
This year, we are proud to honor Bernadette Castro @gramsbernadette for her leadership and longtime commitment to preservation and public service.
Proceeds support the gardens, educational programs, and preservation efforts that help Old Westbury Gardens thrive for generations to come.
We can’t wait to celebrate with you! 🌿
See link in bio for more information.
This event is co-chaired by:
Terri Keogh @terri.keogh &
Peter Keogh and Tom Samet @tomsamet & Nathan Wold @nathan_wold
#oldwestburygardens #gardenersfair #longisland #nyc #preservation
🌿 TOMORROW: In the Footsteps of Giants
Join us Tuesday, February 10, 1–3 PM at Old Westbury Gardens for a rare, intimate panel exploring the legacy of three women who changed the course of garden design — Vita Sackville-West, Beth Chatto, and Gertrude Jekyll. Featuring garden custodians from Long Barn, Beth Chatto’s Garden, and Hestercombe with insights you won’t hear anywhere else.
🎤 Moderated by renowned designer Annie Guilfoyle — followed by a Q&A and light reception.
📍 The Red Ballroom
🎟️ Tickets still available. Link in bio — reserve now before we close registration
#InTheFootstepsOfGiants #OldWestburyGardens #GardenMasterclass #EnglishGardens #LongIsland
This Valentine’s Day, we honor the love stories that have shaped Old Westbury Gardens. 💐
Pictured here, Jay Phipps reenacts his proposal to Margarita “Dita” Phipps on the South Terrace, circa 1950, when this was still their family home.
A gift membership is a thoughtful way to share time together, enjoy beauty in every season, and give something that lasts well beyond February 14! All while supporting a place where history, beauty, and human connection have always been at the heart.
Purchase by February 10th for delivery by Valentine`s Day! ❤️
Use the `Become a Member` link in bio.
#oldwestburygardens #membership #giftideas #love #longisland
🌿 In the Footsteps of Giants
Three legendary women. Three extraordinary gardens. One rare conversation.
Join us next week for a special afternoon exploring the legacy of Vita Sackville-West, Beth Chatto, and Gertrude Jekyll — visionaries whose ideas still shape the way we garden today.
Featuring those who care for these historic landscapes now, this intimate panel offers behind-the-scenes insight you won’t find in books or lectures.
📅 Tuesday, February 10
⏰ 1–3pm
📍 Old Westbury Gardens
🎟️ Link in bio for tickets!
📸 @gardenmasterclass
Because great gardens are never accidents — they’re conversations across time.
#GardenHistory #GardenDesign #LongIsland #gardeninspiration #OldWestburyGardens
