Locust Grove Estate

Events in 2022

Wednesday August 31: Garden Gathering - Kitchen Garden: Tomatoes and Peppers!

Join Director of Horticulture Claire Davis and explore the midsummer bounty of Locust Grove's historic Kitchen Garden! Learn about the heirloom varieties we grow and the organic techniques we use to keep our veggies healthy and productive throughout the growing season.

We'll talk about choosing varieties, planting cover crops, and troubleshooting problems at a home-garden scale. With a focus on heirloom tomatoes and strategies appropriate for the mid-Hudson Valley, this workshop will help you grow some truly delicious and locally adapted summer veggies. And, at the end of the workshop, you'll have a chance to sample some of our delicious tomatoes and peppers!

5:30 - 7:00pm, $25/person, Tickets: 845-454-4500 or click here to purchase tickets online

Thursday September 8: Sunset Sensations Wine and Food Event

Come to Locust Grove and enjoy a magnificent Hudson River Sunset while sipping fine wines paired with culinary creations! Hors d’oeuvres are inspired by heirloom vegetables from the Estate kitchen gardens. Visitors are also treated to cooking demonstrations by our featured chef, Ed Kowalski from Lolas Cafe and Catering, expert wine pairing presentations by Viscount Wines and Liquor, and garden tours with Claire Davis, Director of Horticulture. $30/person, 5:30-7:30pm. 845-454-4500 for tickets, or click here to purchase tickets on-line.

Thanks to our sponsors: Hudson Valley Wine and Food Fest and Hudson Valley Credit Union

Wednesday September 14: Garden Gathering - Dahlias

Demystify the tale of the tuber and learn tips and tricks to grow these spectacular late season annual bloomers. You will learn the conditions needed for growing them, tips for disease management, troubleshooting problems and tuber removal and winter storage procedures. Then harvest and arrange some stunning blooms and arrange them with other late summer bloomers. We will provide the tools. Wear comfortable garden gear and bring your own water, snacks, and your own vase for an arrangement you can take home. 5:30 - 7pm, $50/person, limited to 10 participants.

Rain date Wednesday September 21, 845-454-4500 for tickets.

September 24 and 25: Great Estates Landscape and Garden Weekend

Enjoy a Fall Frolic Tour with Director of Horticulture Claire Davis on Saturday September 24th at 10:30am. You'll learn more about the heirloom flower and kitchen gardens, with a focus on dahlias and asters, and how we choose what to plant each year.

On Sunday September 25th at 10:30am join Director Ken Snodgrass for a Guided Walk on our historic carriage roads. You'll have a chance to learn more about the three historic estates that were united to form today's Locust Grove, and view rarely-seen historic photos! Wear sturdy shoes and be prepared for a walk of about a mile.

Each tour is $15, Patron Level members and above are free! Book tours by calling 845.454.4500 between 10am and 5pm.

Weekends in October: Harvest Scavenger Hunt

Get in the mood for fall as you search the Locust Grove grounds to find two dozen embellished pumpkins on a kid-friendly storywalk. Follow the clues our special story and enjoy some old favorite displays, as well as new pieces created this year! We'll supply a map and instructions; you should bring your imagination! (costumes encouraged). Kids under 4 are free, tickets required for everyone else. Make sure to purchase tickets in advance! Friday - Monday, 10am - 3pm, $10/person

Thanks to our sponsor: Ulster Savings Bank

Thursday October 13: Sunset Sensations Wine and Food Event

Come to Locust Grove and enjoy a magnificent Hudson River Sunset while sipping fine wines paired with culinary creations! Hors d’oeuvres are inspired by heirloom vegetables from the Estate kitchen gardens. Visitors are also treated to cooking demonstrations by our featured chef, Mike Polasek of Simply Gourmet Events, expert wine pairing presentations by Paul Brady of Paul Brady Wine, and garden tours with Claire Davis, Director of Horticulture. $30/person, 5:30-7:30pm. 845-454-4500 for tickets, or click here to purchase tickets on-line.

Thanks to our sponsors: Hudson Valley Wine and Food Fest and Hudson Valley Credit Union

Wednesday October 26: Garden Gathering - Fall trees

Have you ever wondered how old the trees are at Locust Grove? Why is a certain tree planted where it is? How we care for and replace trees? Enjoy a gentle autumn walk through the upper level of the estate and learn basic tree identification and how to use some apps on your phone to identify trees in many different places. Dress for the weather, wear comfortable walking shoes. Bring your own water and snacks.

4 PM – 5 PM, $15/person. Limited to 20 people. 845-454-4500 for tickets. Rain date Wednesday November 2^nd

November 3 through December 30

“They Suppose You Are a Gentleman.” An exhibit organized by the Dutchess County Historical Society exploring LaGrange artist Caroline Morgan Clowes’ extraordinary path to national artistic acclaim.

Opening Reception: Thursday November 3rd, 5:30 - 7:30 PM, $85/person

Open to the public: November 4 - December 30, Wednesday - Sunday, 1pm - 5pm. Free.

Thursday November 10: Sunset Sensations Wine and Food Event

Come to Locust Grove and enjoy a magnificent Hudson River Sunset while sipping fine wines paired with culinary creations! Hors d’oeuvres are inspired by heirloom vegetables from the Estate kitchen gardens. Visitors are also treated to cooking demonstrations by our featured chef, Agnes Devereaux of Agnes Devereaux Catering, expert wine pairing presentations by Viscount Wines and Liquor, and garden tours with Claire Davis, Director of Horticulture. $30/person, 5:30-7:30pm. 845-454-4500 for tickets, or click here to purchase tickets on-line.

Thanks to our sponsors: Hudson Valley Wine and Food Fest and Hudson Valley Credit Union

Thanksgiving Weekend: Hudson Valley Artisan Marketplace

Get in the holiday spirit as you shop more than two dozen booth by local artists and artisans. Open 10am - 5pm each day, free and open to the public.

Click here for vendor information.

Thanksgiving Weekend: Holiday Mansion tours

Tour the historic mansion, updated with festive holiday decorations! Enjoy trees festooned with antique ornaments in the Drawing Room and Dining Room, along with special exhibits. Tours last about an hour, $15/person. First tour at 10:15, last tour at 3:15 each day.

Weekends in December: Holiday Mansion tours

Thursday December 1: Sunset Sensations Wine and Food Event

Come to Locust Grove and sip fine wines paired with culinary creations! Hors d’oeuvres are inspired by heirloom vegetables from the Estate kitchen gardens. Visitors are also treated to cooking demonstrations by our featured chef, Amy Tung of Valley Home Dining, expert wine pairing presentations by Paul Brady of Paul Brady Wine , and tours of the historic mansion, decorated for the holidays. $35/person, 5:30-7:30pm. 845-454-4500 for tickets, or click here to purchase tickets on-line.

Thanks to our sponsors: Hudson Valley Wine and Food Fest and Hudson Valley Credit Union

Thursday December 8: Sunset Sensations Wine and Food Event

Come to Locust Grove and sip fine wines paired with culinary creations! Hors d’oeuvres are inspired by heirloom vegetables from the Estate kitchen gardens. Visitors are also treated to cooking demonstrations by our featured chef, Billy Turner from Spice Catering, expert wine pairing presentations, and a tour of the historic mansion, decorated for the holidays. $35/person, 5:30-7:30pm. 845-454-4500 for tickets, or click here to purchase tickets on-line.

Thanks to our sponsors: Hudson Valley Wine and Food Fest and Hudson Valley Credit Union

December 26-31: Holiday Mansion tours