Is Harkness mansion open?

Hours. Harkness is open to the public year-round. The gardens, grounds, picnic area, and waterfront are open 365 days a year. Visitors are welcome until sundown.

Is Harkness Park free?

Dates of Operation: Year-round, 8 a.m.-sunset. Mansion: Memorial Day-Labor Day, Sat. and Sun. 10-2 for free guided tours.

Who lived in the Harkness Mansion?

Mary and Edward Harkness – The Harknesses at Eolia They bought Eolia from Mary’s sister and her brother-in-law, Jessie Stillman and William Taylor in 1907. Eolia was one of their seven homes and reputed to be their favorite. They resided here in Waterford from May until September.

How many acres is Harkness Park?

220 acres

Harkness Memorial State Park
Location	Great Neck Road, Waterford, Connecticut
Area	220 acres (89 ha)
Built	1906-1907
Architect	Lord & Hewlett; et al.

Are dogs allowed at Harkness Park?

Harkness Memorial Loop is a 1.3 mile moderately trafficked loop trail located near Waterford, Connecticut that offers scenic views and is good for all skill levels. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.

What time do CT state parks open?

8 a.m. to sunset
Hours: The park is open for walk-in access from 8 a.m. to sunset.

Are the bathrooms open at Harkness park?

The park is handicap accessible, the park offers bathrooms, mansion tours, parking, and picnic tables. The park is open from 8 am to sunset. Pets on a leash are permitted in picnic and lawn areas. Pets are not allowed on the bach or in formal gardens.

Can you get married at Harkness park?

Eolia – The Mansion at Harkness Memorial State Park Eolia is available for weddings, private parties, seminars, conferences, luncheons and teas.

Who owned Harkness Park?

A year later, Edward and Mary Harkness purchased the property for use as a summer residence. The Harkness family acquired their fortune through substantial investments in John D.

Can you get married at Harkness Park?

Are bathrooms open at Harkness State Park?

The park is handicap accessible, the park offers bathrooms, mansion tours, parking, and picnic tables. The park is open from 8 am to sunset. Pets on a leash are permitted in picnic and lawn areas.

How much does it cost to get into Harkness State Park?

From Memorial Day to Labor Day (and a few weekends before and after those dates), there is a fee to park at Harkness. As Connecticut residents visiting on a weekday, the fee was $6 (cash only). Weekday rates for non-residents are $10 and weekend rates are $9 (residents) and $15 (non-residents).

When to visit friends of Harkness in Waterford CT?

Friends of Harkness volunteer docents lead guided tours on weekends and holidays between Memorial Day and Labor Day. The first tour starts at 10:00 am and the last starts promptly at 2:00 pm. Donations for tours are welcome and most appreciated.

When is Harkness Park open to the public?

Harkness is open to the public year-round. The gardens, grounds, picnic area, and waterfront are open 365 days a year. Visitors are welcome until sundown. Visit the CT DEEP website for more details

How big is the Harkness Mansion on Long Island?

For detailed information on what this means, visit our “New Normal” website: DEEP New Normal Information Enjoy the panoramic views of Long Island Sound from Eolia, the elegant summer mansion of the Harkness family set on over 230 seaside acres of sweeping lawns, with stately trees and spectacular gardens.

When does the Friends of Harkness Tour start?