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Bonsai As Art (Sept 28)
Bonsai As Art (Sept 28)

Bonsai As Art (Sept 28)

$200.00

September 28, 2–4:00pm
$200 Members | $225 Non Members

Discover the art of bonsai through the eyes of a sculptor.

Join Benjamin Keating—whose cherished works are part of the LongHouse landscape—for an intimate, hands-on workshop. Work directly with the artist in stone steel and with a live tree to create a living sculpture that you will take home. Participants will work on carving lava rock and attaching steel to act as a container for a bonsai tree. Partake in this rare opportunity to work with and create an artist edition that you get to own and enjoy.

All materials are provided. No experience necessary—just curiosity and a love of nature as art.

Benjamin Keating, Sculptor & Bonsai Artist

Benjamin Keating is a New York–based sculptor, poet, and bonsai artist celebrated for seamlessly combining molten bronze with living trees to create “living sculpture.” He operates his own foundry in New Jersey, casting works both for his own pieces and for prominent artists. His cherished bonsai sculptures—featured in The New Yorker and exhibited at Tripoli Gallery—often incorporate custom bronze containers and metal frameworks that enhance the long-term health, structure, and visual impact of each tree.

Keating’s sculptural works are part of the LongHouse Reserve collection, where they are admired for their refined craftsmanship and quiet power—harmonizing with the landscape in both form and spirit.

As founder of Keating Foundry, he has collaborated with renowned contemporary artists including Kiki Smith, Robert Longo, Julian Schnabel, and Nicole Eisenman. His own work has been shown internationally, from Mana Contemporary and Metro Pictures to the Venice Biennale, in exhibitions curated by figures such as Phong Bui and Vito Schnabel.

Keating is also a dedicated educator, having taught sculpture and foundry arts at Columbia University, Pratt Institute, the School of Visual Arts, and Johnson Atelier. Whether working in bronze or bonsai, he approaches each piece as a collaboration between permanence and growth—inviting viewers to experience nature and sculpture in continual dialogue.

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Twilight Tour Thursdays
Twilight Tour Thursdays
Twilight Tour Thursdays
Twilight Tour Thursdays

Twilight Tour Thursdays

$30.00

What better way to entertain house guests, plan a creative date night, or kick off the weekend by unwinding in the beauty of the gardens, than to enjoy a Twilight Tour? Limited to a small group of 20, these walks are led by our knowledgeable and passionate docents. While visiting the gardens at dusk, you will see both our plantings and art in a most favorable light. Once a month on Thursdays, June 26, July 31, August 28 and September, 25.

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Painting The Colors of Fall (October 4)
Painting The Colors of Fall (October 4)

Painting The Colors of Fall (October 4)

$75.00

Painting The Colors of Fall
Saturday, October 4 | 10:30 AM–12:30 PM

Use vibrant colors of the fall gardens at LongHouse to inspire your painting, whether representational or abstracted. Nature artist Barbara Thomas will help to guide you to observe and mix colors in order to create evocative works using the unique flora of the fall season. Some materials provided or feel free to bring your own.

Barbara Thomas has been making art all her life. She studied at The Art Students League and Pratt Institute in New York and earned her MFA from the Art Institute of Boston at Lesley University. Her work explores nature and humanity’s relationship to it, depicting earth, sky, flora, and fauna in oil and gouache, as well as digital photography, video, land art, and sculpture. Known for her public art and commissioned pieces, Barbara has created everything from intimate tree portraits to large-scale murals. An experienced educator, she has taught art for over 20 years, designing museum docent programs, art school curricula, and lectures on art history and process. Learn more about Barbara at www.barbarathomasart.com and explore her work for sale at ArtSprings Studio in Springs, NY: www.artspringsstudio.com.

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Long Island Modern: Infinity Machines (Oct 5)
Long Island Modern: Infinity Machines (Oct 5)
Long Island Modern: Infinity Machines (Oct 5)
Long Island Modern: Infinity Machines (Oct 5)

Long Island Modern: Infinity Machines (Oct 5)

$25.00

Step inside the radical, mind-bending spaces of the 1960s and ’70s with author and design historian Alastair Gordon on Sunday, October 5 at 3:00pm. Starting with Charles Forberg—architect of LongHouse and the Electric Circus nightclub—Gordon takes us from psychedelic nightclubs to communes, geodesic domes, and beyond, in this vivid talk inspired by his book Spaced Out: Radical Environments of the Psychedelic Sixties.

Anchored in LongHouse history, the journey begins with Forberg’s womb-like interior for the legendary Electric Circus in New York’s East Village, where the Velvet Underground played beneath swirling light projections by Tony Martin. From there, Gordon spins outward into crash pads, sensoriums, head shops, yurts, geodesic domes, and back-to-the-earth communes—radical environments that captured the utopian, free-spirited energy of the era and still reverberate in design today.

Alastair J. Gordon is an award-winning critic, cultural historian, author, and filmmaker. For more than twenty years, he wrote on art, architecture and the environment for the New York Times and in 2008 became Contributing Editor on design for WSJ, the Wall Street Journal Magazine. Gordon’s essays have been published in many other publications including Architectural Digest, Vanity Fair, Le Monde, Architectural Record, New York Observer, House & Garden and Dwell. In addition to his critical journalism, Gordon has published more than 28 books on art, architecture, and environment, including such critically acclaimed titles as Weekend Utopia, Naked Airport, Spaced Out, Theater of Shopping, Arquitectonica, Romantic Modernist, Island Follies, and Wandering Forms. In 2016, he launched “Poetics of Place,” a critical writing program at Harvard University’s Graduate School of Design and has taught and lectured at many other institutions. Alastair is Co-Founder and Editorial Director of Gordon de Vries Studio, a publishing imprint that specializes in books about the human environment. As Publisher’s Weekly wrote "Gordon's eye for the convergence of art, architecture and commerce is unerring."

Earlier in his career, Gordon was General Editor of The Princeton Papers on Architecture. He received an MFA from Yale and has won numerous prizes for his critical writing and scholarship, including fellowships from the Graham Foundation for Advanced Studies in the Fine Arts, the Geraldine R. Dodge Foundation, Yale University, and a special citation for ‘Excellence in Criticism’ from the American Institute of Architects. Alastair grew up summering in Amagansett and started his journalism career writing a design column for the East Hampton Star. In addition to creating our Long Island Modern series he has curated exhibitions at both Guild Hall in East Hampton and the Parrish Art Museum in Southampton and is currently making a feature documentary about east-end architect Norman Jaffe. 

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Sound & Silence with Adriana Barone
Sound & Silence with Adriana Barone

Sound & Silence with Adriana Barone

$25.00

Adriana Barone will guide you through a transformative journey blending meditation and sound healing once a month at 9:00am on Saturday mornings May 10, June 14, July 19, August 9, September 13 and October 11.

Imagine being outdoors at the Fly's Eye Dome in the lush gardens of LongHouse, surrounded by birdsong as the soothing tones of crystal healing bowls guide you into a meditative state. Through stillness and the resonance of sound, you’ll cultivate compassionate self-awareness and expand your spirit. Supported by the energy of the group and the beauty of nature, allow your whole, messy, wonderful self to soften - releasing habitual perspectives and embracing boundless possibility in the interplay of sound and silence.

Adriana Barone is an energy healer, meditation teacher, and sound practitioner with nearly 30 years of experience. Trained in energy medicine, craniosacral therapy, and sound healing, she integrates these modalities to guide others toward healing and self-discovery. A graduate of the Barbara Brennan School of Healing, she combines spiritual, emotional, and physical practices to help individuals unlock deeper awareness. Her work is rooted in compassion, presence, and the transformative power of sound and consciousness. Learn more at adrianabarone.com

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Planters ON+OFF the Ground XII (July 20-Oct 5)
Planters ON+OFF the Ground XII (July 20-Oct 5)
Planters ON+OFF the Ground XII (July 20-Oct 5)
Planters ON+OFF the Ground XII (July 20-Oct 5)
Planters ON+OFF the Ground XII (July 20-Oct 5)
Planters ON+OFF the Ground XII (July 20-Oct 5)

Planters ON+OFF the Ground XII (July 20-Oct 5)

$0.00

Visit the twelfth edition of our popular exhibition Planters ON+OFF the Ground in the Squash Court at LongHouse, originally on view until Labor Day and extended through October 5th. Planters ON+OFF brings together artists, horticulturalists, designers, gardeners, and landscapers who let loose their imaginations and create ingeniously original garden container installations that go beyond the clay pot. This year, the exhibit also features several student collaborations, bringing fresh ideas to an always inventive mix of planters. The only restriction: each creation must be contained to 25 square feet.

A vote for the People's Choice Award took place during the July 20 opening and was announced by our guest host Dr. Georgette Grier-Key, Executive Director and Curator of the Eastville Community Historical Society. 

The winner was Mother Morel by Scott Bluedorn and Zach Bliss.

The runners up were Marybeth LaPenna Lee & Ted Tyler / LaPenna Lee Gardens and ReWild Long Island x Wittendale's Florist & Greenhouses.

Enjoy the delightful displays by these Exhibitors:

Amagansett School x Groundworks  |  Scott Bluedorn & Zach Bliss  |  Elizabeth A. Lear Landscape Associates  |  Jasmine Chamberlain / Floral Feeling  |  Hampton Rustic Landscapes  |  Brianna Hernandez  |  Marybeth LaPenna Lee & Ted Tyler / LaPenna Lee Gardens  |   ReWild Long Island x Wittendale's Florist & Greenhouses  |  Robert Boyle / RB Irrigation  |  The Salt Heir x Fenelon Landscapes  |  Hope Sandrow  |  The SHINE Studio |  Aurelio Torres & Robin Gianis  |   Whisker & Brush x Chini Alarco / Charlie & Sons Landscapes

 

Drip irrigation for Planters ON+OFF the Ground XII is made possible with the generous support of RB Irrigation.

Support also comes from the Suffolk County Department of Economic Development and Planning and County Legislator Ann Welker.

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Thursday Tai Chi with Katherine Henderson (May-September)
Thursday Tai Chi with Katherine Henderson (May-September)
Thursday Tai Chi with Katherine Henderson (May-September)
Thursday Tai Chi with Katherine Henderson (May-September)

Thursday Tai Chi with Katherine Henderson (May-September)

$30.00

Move with mindfulness and find balance in nature. Offered on alternate Thursdays from May 29 to September 18, 10–11 AM, Tai Chi is a gentle practice that promotes relaxation, reduces stress, and improves strength and stability. Set against the serene backdrop of LongHouse, this class welcomes all ages and experience levels to slow down, breathe deeply, and connect with the beauty around you.

Join instructor Katherine Henderson in the gardens—she will meet you at the Gatehouse after you park.

Tai Chi is also offered on select Saturdays: Sign up for a Saturday session here

 

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Saturday Tai Chi with Katherine Henderson (May-September)
Saturday Tai Chi with Katherine Henderson (May-September)
Saturday Tai Chi with Katherine Henderson (May-September)
Saturday Tai Chi with Katherine Henderson (May-September)

Saturday Tai Chi with Katherine Henderson (May-September)

$30.00

Move with mindfulness and find balance in nature. Offered on alternating Saturdays from May 24 to September 27, 10–11 AM, Tai Chi is a gentle practice that promotes relaxation, reduces stress, and improves strength and stability. Set against the serene backdrop of LongHouse, this class welcomes all ages and experience levels to slow down, breathe deeply, and connect with the beauty around you.

Join instructor Katherine Henderson in the gardens—she will meet you at the Gatehouse after you park.

Tai Chi is also offered on select Thursdays: Sign up for a Thursday session here

 

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Come, Sit, Stay: Dog Days
Come, Sit, Stay: Dog Days

Come, Sit, Stay: Dog Days

$25.00

Once a month on Saturday mornings from 10:30am to 12:30pm, LongHouse welcomes you and your furry friend for a special morning of fresh air and fun. Let your pup romp in the Amphitheater, meet fellow dog lovers & members, and enjoy a lively, social start to the day. For everyone’s enjoyment, please keep dogs within the amphitheater!

2025 Dog Days:
March 29 - meet adoptable dogs in partnership with ARF Hamptons
April 26
May 31 - meet adoptable dogs in partnership with ARF Hamptons
June 21
July 26
September 20 - meet adoptable dogs in partnership with ARF Hamptons
October 25 - Canines in Costume in partnership with ARF

 

 

 

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Docent-Led Public Tours (Saturday & Sunday)
Docent-Led Public Tours (Saturday & Sunday)

Docent-Led Public Tours (Saturday & Sunday)

$0.00

Walk our sixteen acre grounds and learn about our founder Jack Lenor Larsen, the land, the gardens and art. Explore LongHouse for the first time or again throughout the season. Tours led by LongHouse Docents begin at the GateHouse and are scheduled for every Saturday and Sunday at 1:00 PM and 2:30 PM. Tours are included with the price of admission; reservations are suggested but not required.

Please click here for general information on visiting LongHouse. 

 

 

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Gentle Yoga with Jason (Sunday)
Gentle Yoga with Jason (Sunday)
Gentle Yoga with Jason (Sunday)
Gentle Yoga with Jason (Sunday)

Gentle Yoga with Jason (Sunday)

$0.00

Breathe, stretch, and unwind under the open sky. Join certified instructor Jason Amis for a Gentle Yoga session designed to cultivate balance, flexibility, and resilience in both body and mind. Set on the soft grass of the Great Lawn, this class welcomes all levels - no experience needed, just a willingness to move with ease. Bring a mat or blanket and a water bottle (we have a refill station to keep you hydrated), and start your Sunday feeling refreshed and restored.

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Walking Meditation (Sunday)
Walking Meditation (Sunday)

Walking Meditation (Sunday)

$0.00

Start your Sunday with intention. Join Jason Amis for a peaceful Walking Meditation through the gardens, where art and nature meet. As you move through towering trees and the whispering bamboo forest, Jason will guide you in bringing awareness to each step, breath, and sensation—tuning in to the sights, sounds, and textures of the world around you. No equipment needed - just comfortable clothing, walking shoes, and an open mind and heart. You might even find yourself hugging a tree.

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Member Mornings (Saturday & Sunday)
Member Mornings (Saturday & Sunday)
Member Mornings (Saturday & Sunday)
Member Mornings (Saturday & Sunday)

Member Mornings (Saturday & Sunday)

$0.00

Enjoy the peaceful beauty of LongHouse before the gates open to the public. On Saturdays and Sundays from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM, Members are invited to stroll the gardens at their own pace, soaking in the serenity of the morning light. Bring the family to the Pavilion, where activities await - we’ll have craft materials set out for you to create, experiment, and play. And on select Saturdays in July and August, our friends from Shine Studios will lead hands-on art projects for all ages. Reservations encouraged, walk-ins welcome.

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