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Visitors picnic on the Great Lawn.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.

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 under 4


Closed Sunday, April 20, in recognition of Easter.

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Festival of Spring

Enjoy free admission to the mansion and gardens during Festival of Spring


Saturday, May 17
9:00 AM–4:00 PM
Reservations not necessary

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.

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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!