Heritage Museum and Garden in Sandwich MA 2024
Heritage Museums & Gardens welcomes you to 100 acres of beautiful gardens, three gallery buildings with exhibits of automobiles, special exhibitions, American folk art, a vintage carousel and Hidden Hollow, our outdoor discovery area for family.
Heritage is perfect for the whole family, with walking paths, beautiful gardens, permanent collections and changing special exhibits. Don’t miss the Magnolia Cafe for a bite to eat, and a variety of programs for families, children and adults.
Fun for kids
Hidden Hollow
A beautiful outdoor setting for discovery and learning
Family fun for children ages 2-10
Designed for children between the ages of 2-10, Hidden Hollow™ is nestled in a two-acre dry kettle hole—a glacially formed depression common to Cape Cod. A variety of play areas and monthly themes provides a stimulating and beautiful outdoor setting for discovery, learning and play. Children can climb stepping stumps, navigate log balance beams, construct forts, create nature-inspired art, build with blocks, dig in sand, experiment with water, make music, engage in sensory investigation with plants, and more.
DISCOVERY TRAIL
The adventure begins as families encounter discovery boxes that feature clues to the monthly themes. Visitors may also enjoy a socially distanced storybook walk as they meander down the path.
LOOKOUT
Survey Hidden Hollow from the Lookout.
MOVE AREA
This grassy space is specifically designated for active engagement and provides opportunities for running, rolling, or other larger-motor activities. Monthly activity elements often encourage big body play here.
SPLASH AREA
The most popular feature in Hidden Hollow™ is the Splash area, which allows kids to safely experiment with water and its properties.
CREATE AREA
This popular area offers opportunities for hands-on creative expression using a changing variety of materials.
BUILD AREA
This acorn-shaped area with flooring made from locust stump sections encourages children to build with wooden blocks with lots of room and no worries about noise.
PERFORM AREA
Families experiment with making music and creating expressive movement here using a stage built by the Upper Cape Cod Regional Technical School.
TREEHOUSE
The Treehouse allows visitors to observe Hidden Hollow™ from above and engage with the natural world. Enjoy using monthly materials to learn about observation, STEM tools, and measurements in this space.
2024 information
Heritage Museums & Gardens is open daily, 10 am-5 pm, through October 20, 2024.
Tickets: Adults $22, Youth (3-17) $12
Children 2 & Under Free, Members Free
Tickets & Admissions
Guests may purchase tickets online prior to arrival by clicking here or purchasing at the door upon arrival.
Online ticket purchases are strongly encouraged and allow for quick and easy entry; especially on select timed-ticketed event days.
Tickets are date-specific and are valid for entry any time between 10am-4:30pm.
Tickets are non-refundable. Click here for our ticketing, cancellation, and refund policy.
Heritage is open rain or shine so don’t forget to dress for the elements! Heritage will close in the event of severe weather; please click here for more information.
To reschedule your visit please contact tickets@heritagemuseums.org or call 508-888-3300, ext. 0 prior to your scheduled visit.
Discounts do not apply for select events and programs and cannot be combined with other discounts. To see our discount programs click here.
Visitors must be 16 years or older to visit Heritage without an adult.
The Adventure Park at Heritage is NOT included with the purchase of a Heritage Museums & Gardens admission; however, those with a receipt dated within seven days of their visit can bring their Heritage ticket to The Adventure Park to receive a discount – to purchase tickets to The Adventure Park at Heritage click here.
For Frequently Asked Questions, please click here.
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Gardens Aglow: Select nights beginning November 2024
Upcoming special events
Rhododendron Festival 2024
FRIDAY, MAY 17th – MONDAY, MAY 27th
Thousands of world-famous rhododendrons in over 100 varieties offer spectacular blooms throughout Heritage. Come experience this annual phenomenon, where you’ll find fabulous photo opportunities and special daily activities:
- 10 am-5 pm – Self-Guided Walking Tour: Discover the story of Heritage’s fascinating rhododendron legacy at your own pace
- 11-11:30 am – 30-Minute Rhododendron Guided Tour: Guides share the story of rhododendrons at Heritage and highlight spectacular specimens during this walking tour of the Dexter Display Garden (tour meets at the Dexter Display Garden)
- 11:30 am-3pm on select days – Garden Discovery Cart: Learn more about rhododendrons, including proper plant care tips and pruning techniques
- 11:30 am-3 pm – Art Cart Activities: Capture the beauty of the landscape during hands-on art-making activities
All extra rhododendron-focused activities are free with museum admission or membership. No advance registration required.
Heritage Museums & Gardens
67 Grove St, Sandwich, Massachusetts 02563
