Tours of Highfield Hall & Gardens

Group Tours & Estate Walks

2023 Schedule

Our scheduled Estate Tours run from June – October from 12:00 – 1:00 PM, on the FIRST and THIRD Sundays of the month, weather permitting. (exceptions will be marked on our website banner at the top of our home page)

Estate walks lead by our talented volunteer docents are a great way to discover & enjoy Highfield Hall & Gardens! Docent-led estate tours are offered free with admission. Please click on the date you prefer to pre-register and space is available first come, first served with a maximum of 10 people per tour.

Discover the fascinating history of the original owners (the Beebe Family), the house, and grounds. Discuss the exterior architecture and compare photos of the house throughout the past century. Hear the story of how this superb historic building was saved by grassroots community support. Learn about the tenacity and vision that continues as new research on the structure, its story, and that of the people who lived here add to the building’s significance.

Pre-scheduled private docent-led Highfield Hall & Gardens tours are available year-round for group tours of 5 people or more. Please call 508-495-1878 x 310 or email to schedule a tour. Please plan at least two weeks in advance for private tours. We also welcome bus tours with one month advance notice.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to tour the mansion?

We recommend allowing 45 minutes for a self-guided tour of the mansion and art exhibitions and an additional hour to explore the gardens and grounds. However, if you choose to take a docent-led tour, plan for 2-3 hours to discover the property.

Do you offer tours?

Docent-led estate tours are offered free with admission.

June – October from 12:00 – 1:00 PM, Estate walks are held on the FIRST and THIRD Sundays of the month, weather permitting. (exceptions will be marked on our Calendar of Events)

Do you have a café?

We do not have a café on the property, but you’re welcome to bring a picnic and enjoy it under one of the beautiful beech trees, on the covered porch overlooking the back lawn, or on a bench in the gardens. There are many local restaurants in Falmouth within a 10-minute walk where you can enjoy a meal or purchase food for a picnic.

Is Highfield Hall & Gardens wheelchair accessible?

Highfield Hall is wheelchair accessible. Some of the garden paths are partially wheelchair accessible. For detailed information about access with special needs, please call 508-495-1878, ext. 2 or email info@highfieldhall.org.

Can I bring my dog?

Only certified service animals are permitted in the mansion. However, other leashed pets are permitted on the grounds. There are numerous dog-friendly trails in Beebe Woods, which start behind Highfield Hall & Gardens.

Can I take pictures in the mansion?

We welcome you to take photos and share your visit to Highfield Hall & Gardens, especially on social media. We’d love that! Connect with us @HighfieldHallFalmouth on Instagram, @HighfieldHall on Twitter and Facebook. #HighfieldHallFalmouth

Accessibility

Highfield Hall & Gardens embraces and welcomes all visitors. Handicapped parking is available in front of the house and the mansion is wheelchair accessible. Please inquire about the best way to view the gardens. Feel free to contact us regarding group visits so we can better serve you. Call 508-495-1878 ext. 2 or email info@highfieldhall.org.

Botanical Fainting Couch at Highfield Hall & Gardens