Celebrate Community Day with us as Heritage shows our appreciation to members of our community! Today ONLY free admission is available for Sandwich residents, seniors (age 65 and over), and veterans. Select Community Day Non-Member Tickets and enter the appropriate code listed below. Please note: visitors using the free admission options must present a valid ID/proof of residency upon entry.

Please use online code:
Sandwich2026 if you are a Sandwich resident
Senior2026 if you are 65 years of age or over
Veteran2026 if you are a veteran

Please note that that part-time Sandwich residents may use alternate forms of proof (other than a photo ID) to show residency.

Thousands of world-famous rhododendrons in over 100 varieties offer spectacular blooms to enjoy throughout Heritage. Come experience this annual phenomenon, where you’ll find fabulous photo opportunities and special daily activities, including:

• 10 am-5 pm – Self-Guided Walking Tour: Discover the fascinating story of the history and future of rhododendrons at Heritage 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)
  • On Saturday, May 16 this tour will be American Sign Language (ASL) interpreted.
• 11:30 am-3 pm – Rhododendron Discovery Cart: Learn more about rhododendrons, including how to best care for these beautiful plants in your own landscape

All extra rhododendron-focused activities are free with museum admission or membership. No advance registration is required.

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Thousands of world-famous rhododendrons in over 100 varieties offer spectacular blooms throughout Heritage. Enjoy fabulous photo ops as you stroll through the gardens, take a guided or self-guided walking tour to discover the fascinating story of the history and future of rhododendrons at Heritage, learn more about these beautiful plants ─ including how to best care for them in your own landscape ─ at our hands-on Rhododendron Discovery Cart, and more! All extra rhododendron-focused activities are free with museum admission or membership. No advance registration is required.