Holiday Display at the Main Greenhouse On view Saturday, Dec. 6 – Monday, Jan. 12 10am – 3:45pm Closed on Tuesdays Free, no registration required   Step into the warmth of the Main Greenhouse, where our tropical oasis is transformed for the holidays. Brilliant poinsettias, vibrant greenery, and seasonal accents create a lush, immersive escape—an unexpected world of color and life amid the winter chill. Wander through this enchanting display and let the beauty and serenity of the season surround you!

Home for the Holidays is BACK: Join us for an extra special three day festival – this year with Santa Claus spreading holiday joy!

SOLD OUT! Embrace the winter season at this intimate concert inside the cozy and charming Great Hall of the Main House at Planting Fields, featuring the music of Bach, Vivaldi, as well as holiday favorites!!

Bundle up and join us for a cozy winter adventure all about birds! This workshop is for kids aged 5 – 12.

Celebrate the feathered visitors of the colder months with a special story time focused on winter birds! This program is part of the Little Learners series and is for children ages 2 – 5.

Join us every other week from 10 – 11am for Little Learners, a fun, hands-on program designed for children ages 2–5 and their grown-ups. Each session offers a new theme with nature stories, creative crafts, and outdoor play, perfect for making special memories together in the gardens and grounds of Planting Fields!

Discover the Camellia House at Planting Fields!

Join Sustainability Coordinator Rebecca Slagle and Michael D. Coe Archivist Marie Penny to explore over 200 blooming camellias, the historic planthouse designed by the Olmsted Brothers, and the fire that once threatened this treasured collection. Learn camellia-growing traditions, see modern hardy varieties outdoors, and get tips for your own garden.

Winter Break Youth Workshop: Backyard Birders Monday, Feb. 16, 2025 10am – 12pm $25 per child Check-In Location: The Education Center This workshop is for ages 6 – 12 and will take place at the Education Center, on the Grounds, and at the Bird Sanctuary.     Join us for an engaging, nature-focused workshop designed to introduce young explorers to the remarkable birds that call Long Island home in the winter. Students will explore native winter birds, including loons, barred owls, and turkey vultures. They will engage in hands-on activities to learn about the special adaptations that help these birds.....Read More

This special daytime edition of Creative Spirits invites you to experience one of the most spectacular sights of the season: the breathtaking winter display of hundreds of camellias in full bloom inside the historic Camellia House at Planting Fields. During a private half-hour reserved exclusively for this program, guests may wander through a dazzling array of colors, forms, and varieties at their own pace.

Following their self-guided greenhouse stroll, attendees will gather in the Main House’s Great Hall for an engaging presentation by internationally renowned horticulturist and Planting Fields Arboretum Director, Vincent Simeone. Guests can enjoy a tea-based signature drink while learning from Vincent’s deep expertise on the history, cultivation, and artistry of camellias, flowers celebrated worldwide for their elegance and enduring charm.

Part of our Creative Spirits series, this unique daytime program offers a rare opportunity to immerse yourself in a world-class collection while hearing directly from one of the region’s foremost experts.

Step into the world of landscape architecture and discover how designers shape the outdoor spaces we love. In this special youth workshop, participants will explore the work of renowned landscape architect firm Innocenti-Webel, whose visionary designs combine beauty, function, and nature. 

The ultimate summer outdoor adventure at Planting Fields returns July 2026!

Campers will dive into nature-based play, creative arts and crafts, and sensory activities that spark curiosity and a love of the outdoors. They’ll explore gardens and woodlands, connect with plants and animals, and learn simple ways to care for nature—all while having fun, building confidence, and discovering the joy of the natural world.

The ultimate summer outdoor adventure at Planting Fields returns July 2026!

Campers will step into the role of true Junior Rangers, tackling hands-on engineering challenges, practicing conservation skills, and learning real-world ways to care for the environment. Along the way, they’ll enjoy creative arts and crafts, build nature awareness, and grow as confident, curious environmental stewards!