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Welcome to North America's most beautiful English-style country estate. Built for the family of philanthropist John S. Phipps in 1906. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The 160 acres include a walled perennial garden, classical statuary, rolling fields, a charming thatched cottage with garden, over 100 species of trees, sweeping lawns, rose gardens, lakes, boxwood gardens, winding paths, and demonstration gardens. Westbury House, a magnificent Charles II mansion, virtually unchanged from the time of the Phipps' residence, is filled with priceless original furnishings and fine arts. Indoor and outdoor concerts, Family Fridays, House and Gardens tours, Plant Shops, Gift shop, Picnics, Cafe in the woods. Open 10am-5pm, Wednesday-Monday, mid-April through the end of October, special dates in November and February, and for festive Holiday Celebrations in December in beautifully decorated Westbury House.
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Contact Information
71 Old Westbury Road
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Old Westbury, NY 11568
Nassau County
Region: North Shore
Phone: (516)333-0048
Fax: (516)333-6807
Website: www.oldwestburygardens.org
Methods of Payment
Cash
Attractions/Recreation Amenities
Admission Fees
- Adults: $10.00
- Children: $5.00
- Seniors: $8.00
- Parking fee: No
Amenities
- Food Concessions
- Group Rates Available
- Picnic Area
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Upcoming Events
- Tour Historic Hempstead House at Sands Point
3/21/10 - Hamptons Restaurant Week
3/21/10 - 3/28/10 - Spring Family Freshwater Fishing Festival
4/10/10
