Sherry Nedens Family Activities
June 15 – October 13, 2024
Families can experience a world of fun at the Paine! Plan a visit to see the art exhibition Microsculpture: The Insect Portraits of Levon Biss and follow up with viewing real insect specimens through a microscope in the Studio, located in the lower level of the mansion.
Afterwards, play bug bingo outdoors and hunt for large-scale insect cutouts while exploring the gardens! While you’re here, enjoy a game of tag on the Great Lawn, picnic among the flowers, see plants and flowers through the view of a kaleidoscope, and discover more activities like a field station and music making in the Children’s Garden.
Ken Cravillion 
Sherry Nedens 
Sherry Nedens 
Sherry Nedens 
Sherry Nedens Daily Admission
March 15–June 29, 2025
Admission includes viewing the mansion, gardens, and art exhibitions
Tuesday–Sunday
11:00 AM–4:00 PM
Reservations recommended
$12 Adults
$7 Youth
Free for Paine Members
Free for children ages 4 and under
Closed Sunday, April 20, in recognition of Easter.
July 1–31, 2025
Admission includes viewing the mansion and gardens
Tuesday–Sunday
11:00 AM–4:00 PM
Reservations recommended
$9 Adults
$5 Youth (ages 5–17)
Free for Paine Members
Free for children ages 4 and under
Closed Friday, July 4, in recognition of Independence Day.
The Nature of Light
August 1–October 26, 2025
Main Experience
Outdoors Only
Sunset–10:30 PM Daily
Reservations required
The Main Experience includes full access to the outdoor display featuring 17 illuminated settings with more than 36 sculptures and performances by light dancers.
Sunday–Thursday
$20 Adult
$12 Youth (ages 5-17)
Friday–Saturday
$28 Adult
$18 Youth (ages 5-17)
25% off reservations after 9:00 PM. Paine Members receive 50% off admission rates. Free reservations for children ages 4 and under.
Join or renew when making a reservation!
Ultimate Experience
Indoors & Outdoors
Sunset–10:30 PM Daily
Reservations required
The Ultimate Experience includes the outdoor display and adds access to seven rooms inside the Paine mansion featuring light installations and an interactive sculpture.
Sunday–Thursday
$30 Adult
$20 Youth (ages 5-17)
Friday–Saturday
$40 Adult
$28 Youth (ages 5-17)
25% off reservations after 9:00 PM. Paine Members receive 50% off admission rates. Free reservations for children ages 4 and under.
Join or renew when making a reservation!
Become a Member Now!
Paine Members enjoy free or reduced admission to the mansion, gardens, and exhibitions for an entire year. Plus, attend fun events just for members, sneak peeks of art exhibitions, early access to reservations of Nutcracker in the Castle, and more!