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  • Saturday, August 14 – Sunday, August 22, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm – Pollinator Festival

    What’s all the buzz about? Join Heritage Museums & Gardens on August 14 – 22 from 10 – 5 as we celebrate pollinators – some of the hardest working organisms in the animal kingdom!

    Pollinators come in all shapes and sizes, from the tiny sweat bee to the humming bird – and Heritage Museums & Gardens is a great place to see them all! Visitors of all ages will enjoy discovering a variety of pollinators out in nature in our gardens, as well as in art in our Bugs, Birds & Bricks exhibit!

    • Pick up a self-guide to tour several of our gardens and learn how they provide food and habitat for the many varieties of pollinators native to Cape Cod.
    • Visit the Garden Discovery Cart to learn about pollinators with some of our friendly staff.
    • Families will delight in a special activity guide designed just for them, along with pollinator games in Hidden Hollow.
    • Gardening enthusiasts won’t want to miss the special plant sale at The Shop at Heritage, where Director of Horticulture, Les Lutz, has selected some of the best pollinator-attracting plants for your garden!

    All activities are free with museum admission. Pre-purchase of admission tickets (www.heritagemuseumsandgardens.org) is recommended.

    • MEMBER: FREE
    • NON-MEMBER: $20 Adult / $10 Youth

  • Friday, July 16, 10:30 am – 12:00 noon – Hydrangeas: Garden Design Series, Online

    How do you design a fabulous garden around a signature plant? That’s the question that Heritage Museums & Garden’s Director of Horticulture, Les Lutz, will tackle in this second of three virtual webinars centered on garden design. Heritage is known for its amazing display of hydrangeas in July, and now you can learn how to achieve similar results at home!

    In this webinar, Les will cover the basics of how to care for these woody ornamentals – including best practices for pruning, plant siting, watering, and fertilizing – before giving program participants the building blocks for designing their home garden around these lovely perennial shrubs.

    Learn how color, texture, size, and shape influence the aesthetic appeal and health of the plants in your garden, along with which types of plants make the perfect companions for your hydrangeas. Armed with this information, you just might achieve a prize-worthy oasis in your own backyard!

    The live webinar will include time for questions, as well as a PDF of the slides for your reference. All program registrants will receive a link to the video recording, available for 72 hours after the event. Advance registration is required. $17 for Heritage members, $27 for nonmembers. Register HERE.

  • Summer 2021 – Bugs, Birds, and Bricks

    In 2021, custom Lego sculptures created by brick artist Cody Wells, a.k.a. C3Brix, will be returning to populate the grounds and gardens at Heritage Museums & Gardens in Sandwich. Ranging in size from the hand-held to the head-high, these sculptures depict a mix of common and no-so-common insects and native to Cape Cod and often found here at Heritage. Visitors will see returning favorites such as a Ruby Meadowhawk Dragonfly, resting on a lily pad near the Flume Fountain, a Bumble Bee among the pollinator plantings in the McInnes Garden, or a grouping of song birds in the pine woods along Heritage’s main trails. Cody is an award-winning custom brick artist, winning the 2013 BRICKIE at Brickfair for his Star Trek Enterprise. His custom 3-D creations have been shown by the NY & NJ Port Authority, the New York Hall of Science, the Concord Museum, and many private collections in the United States. For more information, a site map, and hours of operation, visit https://heritagemuseumsandgardens.org/museums/bugs-birds-and-bricks/

  • Friday, June 25, 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm – Bocce & BBQ

    Whether you’re playing or picnicking, summer is the time of year to be outside. Join Heritage Museums & Gardens for both at the Bocce & BBQ fundraising event on Friday, June 25. Pitch and pit will play center stage as teams of two or four compete in an evening of friendly tournament-style competition, while guests cheer them on and enjoy delicious BBQ.

    The winner of the tournament wins free registration to our Bocce & Bellinis on Saturday, August 7, 2021 where teams will compete for our top prize!

    Love your BBQ with a side of competition? Sign up to play!

    Team of 2 – $160

    Team of 4 – $320

    Includes minimum of 3 games, BBQ and an adult beverage ticket for guests 21+ (alcoholic drinks available for purchase)

    Skilled at the art of cheering while enjoying BBQ? This ticket is for you. $70 and include BBQ, non-alcoholic drinks, and an adult beverage ticket for participants 21+ (alcoholic drinks also available for purchase) Youth Ticket (16 and under) $30 and include BBQ and non-alcoholic drinks. Register at www.heritagemuseumsandgardens.org

    Proceeds from this fundraiser support the exhibits and educational programming at Heritage.

    Following state mandates, this event requires an RSVP. Masks must be worn at all times unless drinking or eating. Event is subject to change or cancellation pending state guidelines.

    Contact Greg Wobst with questions, 774-205-2742

  • Wednesday, June 6, 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm – Landscape Pests and Problems Walkabout

    Get some hands-on experience scouting and identifying landscape diseases, insects, weeds, and abiotic problems on Wednesday, June 6 from 5 – 7 pm. Join Tawny Simisky, Extension Entomologist and Russ Norton, Horticulture and Agriculture Extension Educator, for a walk through the Heritage Museums & Gardens landscape as they discuss and demonstrate how to put IPM practices to work efficiently and examine some of the most common pest and cultural problems of woody ornamentals. Dress for walking; workshop held rain or shine. Bring a clipboard, pencil and hand lens if possible. Preregistration required as space is limited; the cost is $50. Heritage Museums & Gardens is located at 67 Grove Street in Sandwich. Register online at https://ag.umass.edu/landscape/events/landscape-pests-problems-walkabout-insects-cultural-problems

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  • Saturday, May 26 – Sunday, June 3, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm – Heritage Museums & Gardens Rhododendron Festival

    Saturday, May 26 – Sunday, June 3, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm – Heritage Museums & Gardens Rhododendron Festival

    Thousands of world-famous rhododendrons in over 100 varieties offer an explosion of spectacular blooms throughout Heritage Museums & Gardens. Enjoy a peaceful walk surrounded by walls of flowers, learn more about Heritage’s storied rhododendron legacy, participate in activities with horticulture experts, and take home one of these signature plants from the special plant sale. All programs are free with museum admission. No advance registration required.

    Daily Rhododendron Collection Walking Tour

    Saturday, May 26 – Sunday, June 3, 11:30 am-12 pm and 2 pm-2:30 pm

    Take a deep dive into the world of rhododendrons. Discover how the work done by two hybridizers—Charles Dexter and Jack Cowles—contributed to the genus Rhododendron and created the plants that are so loved today. Guides will select the most spectacular spots for viewing these stunning plants daily. Tours meet at the Dexter Terrace.

    Rhododendron Care Walk and Talk

    Sunday, May 27: 1-1:45 pm

    Tuesday, May 29: 10:30-11:15 am

    Thursday, May 31: 10:30-11:15 am

    Saturday, June 2: 10:30-11:15 am

    Heritage’s Horticulture staff share the basics on how to maintain and care for your rhododendrons. Included are demonstrations of ideal growing situations, watering, fertilizing, mulching, pest control, pruning, bud-pinching, and dead-heading to encourage optimal health and beauty.

    Rhododendron Pruning Demonstration

    Saturday, May 26: 10:30-11:15 am

    Wednesday, May 30: 1-1:45 pm

    Friday, June 1: 1-1:45 pm Sunday, June 3: 1-1:45 pm

    Join Heritage Horticulture staff to learn how to selectively prune your plants to improve vigor, increase bloom density, control height, and enhance ornamental value. Discuss the tools, techniques, and timing needed for effective pruning and watch a demonstration of techniques on various plants during a walk through the garden. For complete information visit https://heritagemuseumsandgardens.org/event/rhododendron-festival-2/

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  • Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, November 24 – December 30, 4:30 pm – 8:30 pm – Gardens Aglow

    Heritage Museums & Gardens, 67 Grove Street in Sandwich, is putting on the glitz again this Holiday Season with it’s treasured annual event – Gardens Aglow!

    At this extra-special time of year, the good folks at Heritage adorn their acres of beautiful gardens and woodlands with more than 10 miles of twinkling, sparkling lights. It’s truly an awesome thing to see. The event takes place on weekends now through December 30, from 4:30 – 8:30 pm.

    Come stroll throughout the grounds and buildings and enjoy festive holiday displays, family-friendly activities, marshmallow-roasting, music and special performances, visits with Santa Claus, displays of model trains – and even a visit by some baby animals. Tickets are $18 for adults, children $7, age two and under free. For more information call 508-888-3300, or visit https://heritagemuseumsandgardens.org/feature/gardens-aglow/

  • Friday, July 7 – Sunday, July 16 – Cape Cod Hydrangea Festival

    The Cape Cod Hydrangea Festival returns July 7 – 16, celebrating the iconic plant that makes Cape Cod so stunning in July. See the expanded North American Hydrangea Test Garden, participate in workshops and book signings, purchase plants, and tour Heritage Museums & Gardens, 67 Grove Street in Sandwich, which includes over 150 spectacular species and cultivars.

    All programs are free with Museum admission ($18 adults, $8 children 3 – 11). No advance registration required. For complete information visit http://heritagemuseums.org.

  • Friday, July 8 – Sunday, July 17, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm – Cape Cod Hydrangea Festival

    The Cape Cod Hydrangea Festival is an annual celebration of the region’s blue, pink, and white signature flowers. The Second Annual Cape Cod Hydrangea Festival is happening this July 8 – 17, and the festival’s schedule is nearly overflowing with fun activities for the entire family. This ten day festival’s main attractions are the daily tours of private gardens, each designed and maintained by the individual homeowners and carrying a unique charm. Enjoy the exploration of gardens with intriguing titles such as, “For the Love of Trees,” “A Peaceful Sanctuary for All Seasons,” and “Where Nature and Nurture Meet.” You are sure to enjoy such eclectic spaces, not to mention the good feeling of supporting a variety of local nonprofits.

    Gardens are only one part of the festival. Enjoy workshops and lectures presented by leading international horticulturalists, discover promotions at participating nurseries and home centers, take a class to learn proper hydrangea pruning techniques, or even watch a painting demonstration by renowned Cape Cod artists both in-studio and in the gardens themselves.

    Garden tours are $5 per person per garden. Each garden is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and only on the days specified. All garden tours are rain or shine and nonrefundable.

    Each garden is open on select days only. View the EVENTS CALENDAR (http://www.capecodchamber.org/events/category/hydrangea-fest?from[value][date]=2016-07-07&to[value][date]=2016-07-17 ) for a complete list of garden tours and activities.  Keep checking our events calendar, new garden tours and events are being added daily.

    2016 Festival Kickoff Party at Cape Cod Beer:

    Thursday July 7, 2016 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
    1336 Phinney’s Lane, Hyannis, MA 02601
    Join gardeners, nonprofits and organizers of the Cape Cod Hydrangea Festival at Cape Cod Beer for a celebratory kickoff party the night before the festival begins. Taste the 2016 Summer Ale and get a look at this year’s bottle label, featuring the festival prominently next to multicolored blooms! Free to attend! Register at http://www.whycapecod.org/

    Nonprofit participants:

    Barnstable Education Foundation
    Bourne Historical Society
    Cape Cod Hydrangea Society
    Cape Cod Museum of Natural History
    Cape Cod Synagogue
    Chatham Garden Club
    Eastham Library Building Fund
    Falmouth Garden Club
    Falmouth Museums On the Green
    Heritage Museums & Gardens
    Highfield Hall & Gardens
    Housing Assistance Corporation
    Master Gardener Association of Cape Cod
    Meetinghouse Farm
    Osterville Garden Club
    Sandwich Garden Club
    St. Peter’s Nursery School
    Sturgis Library
    The Garden Club of Hyannis
    Thornton Burgess Society Green Briar Nature Center and Jam Kitchen
    Unitarian Church of Barnstable

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  • Friday, September 25 – Sunday, September 27, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm – If I Ran The Zoo, A Standard Flower Show

    This major flower show is presented biannually at Heritage Museums & Gardens, 67 Grove Street in Sandwich, by members of the award-winning Garden Club Federation of Massachusetts Southeastern District Design & Horticulture Study Group.

    On Friday, September 25 – Sunday, September 27, from 10 – 5 daily, see beautiful, creative floral designs, lush seasonal horticulture, fascinating educational displays and artistic crafts alongside Heritage Museums & Gardens’ renowned collections.

    This year’s theme is “If I Ran the Zoo.” Animals, real and imaginary, will inspire designers and growers in their interpretations and will be a whimsical event for all to enjoy.

    Free with museum admission. Image from www.thebeatthatmyheartskipped.co.uk. For more information visit http://heritagemuseumsandgardens.org/event/southeastern-districts-design-and-horticulture-study-group-standard-flower-show/?instance_id=91901