Planting Fields Arboretum Events

Sunday January 1 10:00am - Monday December 30 3:00pm EST

Coe Hall: Designing Nature Inside and Out

Book your tour now! Travel back to the 1920s and explore the Gold Coast estate of English immigrant W.R. Coe, and his wife, American heiress Mai Rogers Coe! Learn about the Coe Family, their staff, and the artists and architects who designed this historic home and surr......More

Saturday December 7 All Day

2024 Deck the Halls

Deck the HallsSaturday, December 7, 2024 at 6:30pmCoe Hall at Planting Fields1395 Planting Fields Road, Oyster Bay, NY 11771Please RSVP By December 1 , 2024Attire: Festive & Chic Reserve tickets and sponsorships Can't make the event? Donate now. Please join us this holiday season as Coe Hall transforms into a magical winter wonderland! Enjoy delicious food, festive cocktails, good company, and various ways to win prizes and support our beloved Planting Fields! ChairsAileen Gumprecht • Milena Holmes • Fifi Leachman • Susan Moore CommitteeAllison & Matt Abbott • Bruce Addison • Michele & Lance Alstodt • Samantha & John Amante • Hannah & Jody Burns • Mary Elizabeth & Gabe Catala • Laura Ciullo • Helene & Stuyvesant Comfort• Emma & William Copp • Krista & James Corl • Becky Zoller & Bertie Cator • Julia & Bill Curry • Paula Cushman • Sally Peters & Hal Davidson • Debra Del Vecchio • Samantha & Brian Denes • Gina & Tim DiPietro • Lynn & Brooke Dixon • Ashley & Brian Dooley • Suzy & Andrew Dubuque • Lisa & Gerard Eastman • Kelly & Chip Gaudreau • Courtney & Andrew Geisel • Aileen & Ian Gumprecht • Alexandra & Fletcher Hall • Cece Haydock • Vicky & Owen Holm • Milena & D.R. Holmes • Paula & John Hornbostel • Gabrielle & John Keller • Bethany & Parker Kelsey • Cindy & Stephen Ketchum • Keelin & Dave Knott • Katherine & Robert Kolosieke • Carrie & Michael Lamb • Fifi & Scott Leachman• Alexis & Tim McAndrew • Susan & Jeffrey Moore • Emily & Roly Morris • Amos & Drew Nevin • Danielle & Brendan O’Kane • Kim & John O’Kane • Catherine & Denis O’Kane • Betsy & Jeff Pash • Brooke & Brad Peel • Betsy & Robert Pitts • Hilary & Chris Schuville • Amelia & Tim Shelton • Bliss & Baldwin Smith • Jenny & Peter Smith • Jennifer Tytel & Philip Wolf • Tory & Nelson Walsh • Marie & Peter Webel • Jane & Peter White TicketsIndividual Ticket – $275 Host OpportunitiesHolly – $2,500 (2 Tickets)Magnolia – $5,000 (4 Tickets)Evergreen – $10,000 (8 Tickets)Hosts will be recognized with onsite signage Reserve tickets and sponsorships Can't make the event? Donate now. For over 40 years, Deck the Halls has provided critical support to Planting Fields Foundation, a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit that partners with New York State Parks to steward Planting Fields, one of the largest extant Olmsted Brothers residential commissions. For additional questions and host opportunities, please email [email protected] or call 516.922.8684

Monday December 9 10:00am - Sunday December 22 3:30pm EST

Holiday House Tours

Holiday House ToursDecember 9 – December 22 | Times varyGuided Tours $20 per person | Self-Guided Tours $15 per personAll tickets final sale. Book Your Tour Now! Experience Coe Hall, transformed into a place of holiday wonder and spirit! As you journey through the s......More

Saturday December 14 10:00am - Sunday December 15 4:00pm EST

Home for the Holidays

Home for the HolidaysSaturday, Dec. 14 | Session One: 10am – 1pm | Session Two: 1pm – 4pmSunday, Dec. 15 | Session One: 10am – 1pm | Session Two: 1pm – 4pmWalk-ins are not guaranteed and are dependent upon the capacity at the time. Tickets$15 – General Admission$13 – Se......More

Sunday December 22 10:00am - 12:00pm EST

Winter Birding 101 Workshop

Winter Birding 101 WorkshopSunday, December 2210am – 12pmAges 5 – 12. $25 per child.Located at Planting Fields Foundation’s Education Center at the historic Laundry Building Register now! Discover everything you need to know about birds at the Winter Birding 101 Work......More

Friday January 3 10:00am - 11:00am EST

First Fridays: Winter Wellness Walk

First Fridays: Winter Wellness WalkFriday, January 3, 202510 – 11am$20 per personBeginning at the Main House, check begins at 9:45am Register Now What do wellness and winter have to do with Planting Fields? Join us for the inaugural First Friday program on January 3 from 10 – 11am and find out! As we tour the Main House, participants will discover the wellness legacy of the Coes, as we address their health challenges and innovative solutions, explore the site to find core Olmstedian landscape concepts, and discuss the benefits of winter and the warmth of the Main Greenhouse! This tour will end in the Main Greenhouse, includes stairs, and walking on pavement. More about First FridaysThis 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. For any additional information and questions, please contact Kayla Cheshire, Communications and Marketing Manager at [email protected] All 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. 48 Hour Cancellation Policy: Should you need to cancel you will be credited the amount towards a future First Friday event. By 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. If you have any concerns, please contact us at [email protected]

Saturday January 25 7:00pm - 8:30pm EST

Notes in Nature: Wit and Wisdom

Notes in Nature: Wit and Wisdom – Chamber Music for Piano, Strings, and WindsSaturday, Jan. 25, 2025 7pm – 8:30pm$35 per person in advance $40 at the door if seats are available. Reservations required. All tickets final sale. Rain or shine. Register Now The exuberant charm of Mozart’s Piano Quartet No. 2 in E-flat Major captures the youthful vibrancy and elegance of its composer despite the skepticism he faced from the commissioner of the work. Delight in the intimate textures of Max Bruch’s evocative pieces for clarinet, viola, and piano, which blend lyrical melodies with sophisticated harmonies. Experience the cross-cultural richness of Reena Esmail’s Saans (Breath), a piano trio that utilizes Indian classical forms. Revel in the grandeur of Beethoven’s Piano Quartet No. 3 in C Major, showcasing the dynamic and transformative power of one of music’s greatest innovators. The evening culminates with Ernő Dohnányi’s Piano Sextet, a lush and intricate composition that exemplifies the Romantic era’s rich harmonic language combined with edgy wit and humor. Immerse yourself in a remarkable musical experience at Planting Fields during our newest concert series in collaboration with Long Island Chamber Music: Notes in Nature! We invite you to embark on a captivating journey through the works of beloved composers such as Mozart, Beethoven, and Brahms, whose timeless masterpieces will be celebrated alongside rediscovered gems and exciting contemporary compositions. This series features five concerts, each presenting a unique opportunity to explore the rich landscape of chamber music and brought to life by the passionate performances of exceptional musicians. This series is led by Eric Huckins and Gergana Haralampieva, who founded Long Island Chamber Music to make professional classical music of the highest caliber accessible to Long Island audiences. Their talented musicians, hailing from prestigious organizations such as the New York Philharmonic, Carnegie Hall’s Ensemble Connect, and Concert Artist Guild, are not only masters of their craft but also youthful, enthusiastic advocates for classical music. With their vibrant energy and commitment, they illuminate each piece, ensuring that classical music is engaging and approachable for audiences from all walks of life. Enjoy their engaging storytelling, humor, and insightful introductions and anecdotes about the composers and the context of the works performed, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere that deepens the connection between the artists and the audience. Join us for an unforgettable experience that celebrates Planting Fields, the beauty of music, and the joy of community! Learn more about each concert in the series and register below! Register Now For questions, please contact Lilly McGurk, Stewardship Director at [email protected] About Long Island Chamber Music Long Island Chamber Music (LICM) is a collective of professional musicians that bring classical music to Long Island communities through concerts and educational programs year-round. LICM was founded in 2020 by husband-and-wife musicians Eric Huckins and Gergana Haralampieva alongside composer Nick DiBerardino with the mission of making professional classical music of the highest caliber accessible to Long Island audiences. LICM performs chamber music at local venues across Long Island including concert halls, parks, libraries, churches, museums, and community centers. LICM works closely with its community partners to create concert programs that are relevant and compelling to audiences. Each concert showcases a variety of instrumentations drawing from LICM’s artist roster of over 20 professional musicians. LICM is strongly committed to programming works and featuring musicians from historically underrepresented communities in the classical music field. LICM provides a variety of highly interactive educational concerts and residencies in schools, libraries, and community centers that focus on fostering a love and understanding of classical music for all ages. LICM musicians are all drawn from Carnegie Hall’s Ensemble Connect, the New York Philharmonic, Boston Symphony Orchestra, Astral Artists, Concert Artist Guild and several other of the country’s most prominent musical institutions. In addition to being leaders in their art form, LICM musicians are teaching artists, entrepreneurs, and socially-minded advocates for classical music.  Long Island Chamber Music is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. All Long Island Chamber Music programs are made possible through the efforts of our community partners, support from local businesses, and the generosity of the Long Island community. By 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. If you have any concerns, please contact us at [email protected]

Friday February 7 10:00am - 11:00am EST

First Fridays: Camellias and the Coes

First Fridays: Camellias and the CoesFriday, February 7, 2025Three Sessions: 10 – 11am, 12 – 1pm, and 2 – 3pm$20 per personBeginning at the Camellia House, check in begins 15 minutes prior. Get tickets to the 10 – 11am sessionGet tickets to the 12 – 1pm sessionGet tickets to the 2 – 3pm session Explore the beauty of the Camellia blooms in our Camellia House! Vincent Simeone, Arboretum Director and expert horticulturist, will guide an exclusive tour of one of Long Island’s best kept secrets! An experienced lecturer, instructor, horticultural consultant, nationwide speaker and guest on several garden shows including Martha Stewart Living and HGTV, Vincent will bring this magnificent collection of camellias to life! Tour-goers will experience first-hand the Coe family’s passion for horticulture as they explore the historic collection of more than 200 blooming camellias. Participants will learn about the English traditions of growing camellias under glass, the design elements and history of the planthouse structure, as well as learn about the modern hardy camellias located in the neighboring landscape and how to grow camellias in their own garden! More about First FridaysThis 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. For any additional information and questions, please contact Kayla Cheshire, Communications and Marketing Manager at [email protected] All 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. 48 Hour Cancellation Policy: Should you need to cancel you will be credited the amount towards a future First Friday event. By 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. If you have any concerns, please contact us at [email protected]

Friday March 7 10:00am - 11:00am EST

First Fridays: Through the Stained-Glass

First Fridays: Through the Stained-GlassFriday, March 7, 2025One Session: 10 – 11am$20 per personBeginning at the Main House, check in begins 15 minutes prior. Register Now Explore the extensive collection of medieval and renaissance stained glass at Planting Fields! During this walk and workshop for adults, participants will discover the travels and stories of a few of the forty—plus stained-glass panes that illuminate the historic house-museum, the Main House. Guests will be guided by Emily Leger, Planting Fields Foundation’s Collections and Exhibitions Manager, and will not only dive into the Corpus Vitrearum, an International scholarly compilation of historic glass windows, but also make their very own faux stained-glass to bring home and enjoy! More about First FridaysThis 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. For any additional information and questions, please contact Kayla Cheshire, Communications and Marketing Manager at [email protected] All 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. 48 Hour Cancellation Policy: Should you need to cancel you will be credited the amount towards a future First Friday event. By 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. If you have any concerns, please contact us at [email protected]

Saturday March 15 7:00pm - 8:30pm EDT

Notes in Nature: Emotional Landscapes

Notes in Nature: Emotional Landscapes for Violin and PianoSaturday, Mar. 15, 20257pm – 8:30pm$35 per person in advance $40 at the door if seats are available. Reservations required. All tickets final sale. Rain or shine. Register Now Emotional Landscapes is a captivating musical journey with pieces by Beethoven, Brahms, Davidson, and Still. This concert brings together a diverse selection of works for violin and piano that explore a spectrum of human emotions and natural beauty. Inspired by sculptures from his contemporaries from the Harlem Renaissance, William Grant Still’s Suite for Violin and Piano intertwines classical and African-American musical traditions to evoke rich emotional and cultural narratives. The second piece on the program is “Blue Curve of the Earth,” by Tina Davidson. This contemporary piece explores the composer’s observation and emotional response to the beauty of nature’s grandeur. Beethoven’s “Spring Sonata” is a classical masterpiece that embodies the joy and renewal of spring, bridging the emotional landscapes of the earlier pieces with its lightness and lyrical grace. The evening concludes with Brahms’ Sonata No. 3, a profound work of deep expressiveness that ties together the themes of the concert. Set in the elegant Great Hall of the Main House, this performance offers a seamless blend of historical and contemporary influences, inviting you to take part in a rich dialogue between past and present interpretations of the human experience. Immerse yourself in a remarkable musical experience at Planting Fields during our newest concert series in collaboration with Long Island Chamber Music: Notes in Nature! We invite you to embark on a captivating journey through the works of beloved composers such as Mozart, Beethoven, and Brahms, whose timeless masterpieces will be celebrated alongside rediscovered gems and exciting contemporary compositions. This series features five concerts, each presenting a unique opportunity to explore the rich landscape of chamber music and brought to life by the passionate performances of exceptional musicians. This series is led by Eric Huckins and Gergana Haralampieva, who founded Long Island Chamber Music to make professional classical music of the highest caliber accessible to Long Island audiences. Their talented musicians, hailing from prestigious organizations such as the New York Philharmonic, Carnegie Hall’s Ensemble Connect, and Concert Artist Guild, are not only masters of their craft but also youthful, enthusiastic advocates for classical music. With their vibrant energy and commitment, they illuminate each piece, ensuring that classical music is engaging and approachable for audiences from all walks of life. Enjoy their engaging storytelling, humor, and insightful introductions and anecdotes about the composers and the context of the works performed, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere that deepens the connection between the artists and the audience. Join us for an unforgettable experience that celebrates Planting Fields, the beauty of music, and the joy of community! Learn more about each concert in the series and register below! Register Now For questions, please contact Lilly McGurk, Stewardship Director at [email protected] About Long Island Chamber Music Long Island Chamber Music (LICM) is a collective of professional musicians that bring classical music to Long Island communities through concerts and educational programs year-round. LICM was founded in 2020 by husband-and-wife musicians Eric Huckins and Gergana Haralampieva alongside composer Nick DiBerardino with the mission of making professional classical music of the highest caliber accessible to Long Island audiences. LICM performs chamber music at local venues across Long Island including concert halls, parks, libraries, churches, museums, and community centers. LICM works closely with its community partners to create concert programs that are relevant and compelling to audiences. Each concert showcases a variety of instrumentations drawing from LICM’s artist roster of over 20 professional musicians. LICM is strongly committed to programming works and featuring musicians from historically underrepresented communities in the classical music field. LICM provides a variety of highly interactive educational concerts and residencies in schools, libraries, and community centers that focus on fostering a love and understanding of classical music for all ages. LICM musicians are all drawn from Carnegie Hall’s Ensemble Connect, the New York Philharmonic, Boston Symphony Orchestra, Astral Artists, Concert Artist Guild and several other of the country’s most prominent musical institutions. In addition to being leaders in their art form, LICM musicians are teaching artists, entrepreneurs, and socially-minded advocates for classical music.  Long Island Chamber Music is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. All Long Island Chamber Music programs are made possible through the efforts of our community partners, support from local businesses, and the generosity of the Long Island community. By 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. If you have any concerns, please contact us at [email protected]

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