Upcoming Events

Monthly Meditation


  • May 2, 2024
    6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
  • June 6, 2024
    7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  • July 11, 2024
    7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  • August 1, 2024
    7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  • September 5, 2024
    6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
  • October 3, 2024
    6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
  • November 7, 2024
    6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
  • December 5, 2024
    6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Join Hildur Palsdottir for an evening of nature-based mindfulness and meditation on the first Thursday of every month. Classes will be held in the beautiful rooms of the Preserve’s mansions, or in the Hempstead House Garden when weather permits. With these sessions we will explore techniques specifically aimed at stress reduction. With kind curiosity Hildur  (Event Information)

2nd Annual Long Island Fairy Festival


  • May 4, 2024
    10:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Rain Date
    May 5, 2024
    10:00 am - 4:00 pm

The Long Island Fairy Festival at the Sands Point Preserve! The 2nd Annual Long Island Fairy Festival will be Saturday, May 4, 2024.  Rain date Sunday, May 5, 2024! Scenes from 2023 Fairy Festival Join us to celebrate nature, the power of creation, and the magic of imagination with an all-day festival from 10 am  (Event Information)

Photograph of a forest in spring.

Forest Bathing 2024


  • May 11, 2024
    10:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • June 14, 2024
    6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
  • July 14, 2024
    9:30 am - 11:30 am
  • September 14, 2024
    10:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • October 6, 2024
    10:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • November 9, 2024
    10:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • December 14, 2024
    10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Take a meditative Forest Bathing walk, led by certified guide Linda Lombardo. Based on the Japanese tradition of Shinrin-Yoku, a wellness practice developed in the 1980s, each unique walk inspires mindful connections with the natural elements of the woods for a range of healthful benefits. According to Linda, “Take this time to be present, lower  (Event Information)

Photo montage of the Preserve during four different seasons

2024 Four Seasons in Music


  • Spring 2024
    May 19, 2024
    5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
  • Summer 2024
    July 14, 2024
    5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
  • Fall 2024
    November 10, 2024
    3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

The Preserve’s historic mansions and waterfront grounds are the backdrop for this unique chamber music series, created by Series Artistic Director Kathryn Lockwood. Each concert features music and poetry, inspired by the time of year and themes of romance and resilience. Internationally renowned musicians present captivating performances with repertoire ranging from Beethoven, Bach, and Mozart to  (Event Information)

Creatures of the Night: Evening Bat & Wildlife Walk


  • May 31, 2024
    7:30 pm - 9:00 pm

Join Ranger Eric Powers for a presentation and nighttime walk through the Preserve in search of Long Island’s only flying mammal: the bat. Bats, while villainized in vampire movies and such, are important members of our ecosystem. Learn about the fascinating lives of our bats, as well as some of the other nocturnal animals that  (Event Information)

Visitors on a nature hike

Guided Nature Walks 2024


  • Search for Spring
    June 1, 2024
    10:00 am - 11:30 am
  • Summer at the Sea
    July 27, 2024
    10:00 am - 11:30 am
  • Fall Foliage
    November 2, 2024
    10:00 am - 11:30 am

Join us for this series of all-ages walks as we explore different aspects of the preserve’s environment, encompassing its unique physical features and wildlife, as well as critical conservation issues and helpful practices to create a healthy, sustainable environment. Our expert guide, environmental educator Hildur Palsdottir,  brings a range of perspectives for each outdoor adventure.  (Event Information)

Wilderness Survival Series


  • Foraging for Food & Medicine - Bring a bag
    June 15, 2024
    10:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Cordage
    July 20, 2024
    10:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Making Fire with Friction
    August 3, 2024
    10:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Making Fire with Sparks
    September 7, 2024
    10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Join us for the Saturday Wilderness Survival Skills, a new program for 2024! This series of mini workshops, led by survival enthusiasts Eric Powers and Mike Evans, is ideal for beginners and seasoned outdoor aficionados alike. Dive into essential survival skills, from emergency preparedness to advanced bushcraft techniques, exploring key concepts like the Rule of  (Event Information)

Qigong


  • Summer Adult Class
    June 23, 2024
    11:30 am - 12:30 pm
  • Summer Family Class
    June 23, 2024
    12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
  • Late Summer Adult Class
    September 15, 2024
    11:30 am - 12:30 pm
  • Late Summer Family Class
    September 15, 2024
    12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
  • Fall Adult Class
    November 17, 2024
    11:30 am - 12:30 pm
  • Fall Family Class
    November 17, 2024
    12:30 pm - 1:30 pm

Qigong is considered one of the five branches of Asian Medicine, a foundation for martial arts, and a spiritual practice revered in Daoist and Chan Buddhist tradition. Qi is a vital element found in everything: the sun, the trees, the wind, the sky, the blooming flowers in spring and the falling leaves in the fall. Qi is  (Event Information)