We look forward to welcoming you to Heritage Museums & Gardens for the 2026 season!

From 10-7, discover the timeless art of bonsai through a special show featuring over 20 beautifully crafted trees created and cared for by members of the Cape Cod Bonsai Club. Each tree represents years—and often decades—of thoughtful cultivation, artistic vision, and patient care.

Heritage Is pleased to partner with the Cape Cod Bonsai Club, an organization dedicated to advancing the art of bonsai while sharing their knowledge and inspiring appreciation for these living works of art since their founding in 1989. Bonsai, which originated in China and was later refined in Japan, is the art of growing and training trees in containers to create the appearance of mature trees found in nature. Rather than being genetically miniature, bonsai are ordinary tree species that are carefully pruned, wired, and shaped over time to maintain their small size while expressing the beauty, strength, and character of full-sized trees. The goal is not simply to create a small tree, but to capture the essence of nature in miniature.

As you explore the display, you'll see a variety of tree species, styles, and container designs. No two bonsai are alike. Each one reflects the individual artist's interpretation of nature, as well as the unique characteristics of the tree itself.

Whether you are discovering the beauty of bonsai for the first time or have admired these living works of art for years, we invite you to slow down, look closely, and appreciate the remarkable combination of horticultural skill, creativity, and patience that define this centuries-old practice and make bonsai such a rewarding art form. Our hope is that this show inspires you to see trees—and the natural world—with fresh eyes.

From 4:30-7:00, join us for an evening of food and fun! Our outdoor Food Truck Fun Night series transforms Heritage’s grounds into a vibrant evening event filled with incredible flavors, live entertainment, and a festive atmosphere.

Bring your friends and family to enjoy:

• Cuisine from local favorite food trucks
• Refreshing beverages from Heritage’s own Lilly’s Café
• Live music from talented area performers
• Hands-on craft making
• Lawn games, giant building blocks, and other family-friendly activities
• Extended evening hours to enjoy the gardens
• And more!

With something new to do and discover each time, this event is perfect for those looking for a fun, relaxed way to spend time enjoying the season with family and friends.

All activities are free with admission or membership, with food and beverages available for purchase. No advance registration is required.

Ticketing Information

Online ticket purchases are strongly encouraged, and allow for quick and easy entry. All tickets are date specific and are valid for entry any time between 10 am - 4:30 pm. Tickets are non-refundable.

Make every visit to Heritage FREE. Become a member today! Members do not need to reserve in advance; just show your ID at the Ticketing Pavilion. Just another perk of membership!

Visit Information

 Tickets include admission to:

• The Clarissa S. Nye Visitor Center, with orientation information and staff assistance
• The J.K. Lilly III Automobile Gallery, featuring the From Carriage to Classic: How Automobiles Transformed America exhibit
• The gardens, featuring collections of rhododendrons, hydrangeas, daylilies, and more (seasonal)
• The Special Exhibitions Gallery, featuring the Cranberries: From Cape Cod to American Icon exhibit
• Hidden Hollow, an outdoor discovery area
• The American Art & Carousel Gallery, featuring the Remembering the Revolution exhibit (which continues throughout the grounds) and rides on the 1908 Looff carousel
• The Wampanoag Stories exhibit featuring a wetu, Three Sisters Garden, and mush8n
• Outdoor features such as the McGraw Family Garden of the Senses, the Flume Fountain, the Hart Family Maze Garden, the labyrinth, walking trails, and more
• Lilly's Café
• The Shop at Heritage

Terms and Conditions

By purchasing tickets, you agree to abide by Heritage Museums & Gardens’ visitation policies. Note that by purchasing tickets you acknowledge that you have read and agreed to the conditions of the following:

• Ticketing, Cancellation, and Refund Policy: Please read this policy here in its entirety before purchasing tickets.
• Health and Safety Acknowledgement, which can be reviewed here.