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Heritage Museums & Gardens

Pine and Grove Streets, Sandwich, MA 02563 (Formerly Heritage Plantation)
508 888 3300
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Ranked #1 of 19 attractions in Sandwich
Type: History Museums, Gardens, Art Museums, Parks, Speciality Museums, Museums
Activities: Hiking
Description: You can enjoy more than 70 acres of gardens after visiting the art and history museums at the Heritage.
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Auburn, Maine
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 June 2013 NEW

We just visited the Heritage in the second week of June and unfortunately the gardens were a bit of a bust as the rhododendrons just finished blooming. A few shrubs were still flowering, but for the most part it was just wilted brown petals at this point. It's clear that if you visit when they're in full bloom it should... More

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UK
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 June 2013

We visited just as the Rhododendrons and flowering trees (which are amazing) were in bloom - lovely!!!!!

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Massachusetts
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 June 2013

Try to visit at the end of may/beginning of June for the magnificent rhodedendrons of all colors. Other times of the year there are daylilies, etc, but nothing quite as magnificent. On hot days, it can get stifling on the unpaved trails, but the open areas allow nice breezes. Other than the car museum, the other buildings (carousel, special exhibits)... More

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Shenandoah, NY
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 June 2013

This is the perfect time of year to visit the Heritage Museums and Gardens. I had previously rated it after a visit in October which was less than ideal. Now, however, it is a real treat. Their famous rhododendrons are in full bloom, and they are glorious to behold. You can walk through the extensive property, but there are also... More

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Beverly, Massachusetts
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 June 2013

The gardens were gorgeous with a beautiful variety of trees and flowers. The car museum has an exhibit until Sept. of concept cars that never made production. Very interesting the way car engineers and designers think. The docent was very knowledgable and a car buff as is my husband. could have talked all day.

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Hebron, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 June 2013

The Heritage Museum and Gardens has something for everyone. The museum exhibits are well done and really help the visitor understand the story being told. The gardens are exquisite. The rhododendrons were blooming when we visited and it was just beautiful. The staff was most helpful and really went out of their way to make our visit enjoyable.

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Lincoln, Massachusetts
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 June 2013

When you need a beach break, or to get away from the summer crowds, this is a wonderful place to go. The grounds are just beautiful, and there's plenty of shade when the sun is hot. We've been several times, the last being Memorial Day weekend during their rhododendron weekend, showcased hundreds of mature rhodies in a huge array of... More

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Alexandria
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 June 2013

Beautiful park-like setting with labeled trees and flowers. Very good docents. Special exhibits change from time to time...while we visited, concept cars were on display.

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Boston, MA
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 June 2013

Late May is the perfect time to see these mature, tall, varied rhododendron trees in full, glorious bloom. They are spectacular! The year-round attractions include gorgeously landscaped grounds with charming paths, punctuated by sculptures, a waterfall, a windmill, a labyrinth and a maze, an outdoor cafe, and even a museum that houses an ancient carousel that actually works! Rides are... More

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Fairhaven, Massachusetts
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 June 2013

so much to see, the concerts, the plants & trees, the incredible grounds/gardens...a must see at the beginning of Cape Cod.

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