Programming
Glenstone offers a variety of year-round and seasonal programs for visitors.
Guided Talks and Walks
Daily Nature Walks
This guided walk meets at 1 p.m. daily at the Pavilions Overlook year-round.
A Guide and member of our Grounds maintenance team lead a guided Nature Walk through the landscape to discuss the grounds, flora and fauna, outdoor sculptures, and sustainability at Glenstone.
The walk is about one hour and includes about a half mile of walking in sunshine and light rain – in the event of more inclement weather or lightning the walk is cancelled. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
Water Court Talks
This talk meets on the Water Court platform at 2 p.m. on Thursdays year-round. In inclement weather, the talk will take place in the Pavilions passage.
These sessions will highlight the plants and wildlife that thrive around the 18,000-gallon pond centerpiece of the Pavilions, offering insights into Glenstone’s ecological considerations and aquatic residents.
Summer Evenings
From May 24 through August 30, Glenstone will be open until 8 p.m. every Saturday. Visitors can enjoy live music at the Patio every other Saturday (separate tickets required), as well as a bevy of new summer programs.
During our Summer Evenings, last entry for visitors using Guaranteed Entry is at 6:30 p.m. on Saturdays.
Spring and Summer Programs
From May 1 through August 31, Glenstone will offer an additional slate of seasonal talks and programs. Any outdoor programs will be held in sunshine and light rain, but will be cancelled in more inclement weather.
Split-Rocker Talks
This talk will take place at Split-Rocker at 11 a.m. on Thursdays from May 15 through October 30, 2025.
Visitors are invited to learn about the care and maintenance of the 37-foot-tall blooming sculpture, including the planting process and ongoing upkeep.
Curatorial Talks
These talks will take place at 2 p.m. on Fridays from May 23 through August 31, 2025.
Glenstone will host discussions of works on views with members of the curatorial staff. Location will change weekly - check in with one of our Guides on Fridays to find out where that week's talk will be!
Outdoor Sculpture Walks
These walks will take place on Saturdays at 5 p.m. during Summer Evenings at Glenstone, from May 24 through August 31, 2025. These walks begin at Sylvester.
This guided walk will lead visitors through the museum grounds, providing context and commentary on the art installations and the artists who created them.
Up Close with Michael Heizer's Compression Line
This talk takes visitors up close and personal with Michael Heizer's Compression Line, walking out onto the piece itself.
Visiting hours for Compression Line are on Sundays at 3:30pm, and can accommodate 20 visitors on a first-come-first-served basis. The piece can always be seen from above at the Pavilions Overlook.