Starting on August 1st, the staff at Ringwood Manor will be offering several different outdoor walking tours for our visitors and guests!
Please scroll down for information on the various programs being offered,
dates & times of programs, and how to register.
Please scroll down for information on the various programs being offered,
dates & times of programs, and how to register.
Grounds & Gardens of Ringwood Manor
Saturdays & Sundays
August 1st, 2nd, 8th, 9th, 15th, 16th, 22nd, 23rd, 29th, 30th
11:00 am all dates
FREE! State park parking fee of $5 for in-state, $7 for out-of-state vehicles.
Advanced registration required; tours limited to 12 registrants
Saturdays & Sundays
August 1st, 2nd, 8th, 9th, 15th, 16th, 22nd, 23rd, 29th, 30th
11:00 am all dates
FREE! State park parking fee of $5 for in-state, $7 for out-of-state vehicles.
Advanced registration required; tours limited to 12 registrants
Did you ever wonder what all that “stuff” is placed around the grounds at Ringwood Manor? What about all those other buildings on the property? What were they used for? If you have ever been curious about the estate at Ringwood Manor, this tour is for you! These 2 hour guided walking tours will take visitors around the main property at Ringwood Manor, discussing the historic objects, the planned gardens and landscape features, and the out-buildings. Historic photographs of the property will also be shown.
Steady rain cancels.
Advanced registration required. To register, please email ringwoodmanortours@gmail.com and include your name along the name and date of the outdoor tour you are interested in attending, and the number of people you are registering for. You will receive a confirmation email when registered.
Steady rain cancels.
Advanced registration required. To register, please email ringwoodmanortours@gmail.com and include your name along the name and date of the outdoor tour you are interested in attending, and the number of people you are registering for. You will receive a confirmation email when registered.
Highlights Around the House
Saturdays & Sundays
August 1st, 2nd, 8th, 9th, 15th, 16th, 22nd, 23rd, 29th, 30th
2:00 pm all dates
FREE! State park parking fee of $5 for in-state, $7 for out-of-state vehicles.
Advanced registration required; tours limited to 12 registrants
Saturdays & Sundays
August 1st, 2nd, 8th, 9th, 15th, 16th, 22nd, 23rd, 29th, 30th
2:00 pm all dates
FREE! State park parking fee of $5 for in-state, $7 for out-of-state vehicles.
Advanced registration required; tours limited to 12 registrants
Want to learn about some of the historic objects around the Manor, but don't have the time for the full Grounds & Garden Tour? Or have you always wondered about those large pieces on the front and back lawns of Ringwood Manor? These shorter, 1 hour guided walking tours will take visitors around the immediate vicinity of Ringwood Manor, discussing the historic objects on the front lawn, the architecture of the Manor, and the Italian sunken garden behind the building. Historic photographs of the property will also be shown.
Steady rain cancels.
Advanced registration required. To register, please email ringwoodmanortours@gmail.com and include your name along the name and date of the outdoor tour you are interested in attending, and the number of people you are registering for. You will receive a confirmation email when registered.
Steady rain cancels.
Advanced registration required. To register, please email ringwoodmanortours@gmail.com and include your name along the name and date of the outdoor tour you are interested in attending, and the number of people you are registering for. You will receive a confirmation email when registered.
The Historic Cemetery at Ringwood Manor
Saturdays & Sundays
August 1st, 2nd, 15th, 16th, 29th, 30th
1:00 pm all dates
FREE! State park parking fee of $5 for in-state, $7 for out-of-state vehicles.
Advanced registration required; tours limited to 12 registrants
Saturdays & Sundays
August 1st, 2nd, 15th, 16th, 29th, 30th
1:00 pm all dates
FREE! State park parking fee of $5 for in-state, $7 for out-of-state vehicles.
Advanced registration required; tours limited to 12 registrants
The historic cemetery at Ringwood Manor is often a source of intrigued to our visitors. Who are these people whose final resting place is Ringwood? This guided outdoor walking tour will take visitors to the cemetery and will discuss why the cemetery exists, the various individuals buried on the property, and headstone carving and symbolism. This is a 1 hour walking tour and participants should be prepared to walk or stand for that time, sometimes over uneven ground. Comfortable and supportive shoes are recommended.
Steady rain will cancel.
Advanced registration required. To register, please email ringwoodmanortours@gmail.com and include your name along the name and date of the outdoor tour you are interested in attending, and the number of people you are registering for. You will receive a confirmation email when registered.
Steady rain will cancel.
Advanced registration required. To register, please email ringwoodmanortours@gmail.com and include your name along the name and date of the outdoor tour you are interested in attending, and the number of people you are registering for. You will receive a confirmation email when registered.
New! Running the Estate
Saturdays & Sundays
August 8th, 9th, 22nd, 23rd
1:00 pm all dates
FREE! State park parking fee of $5 for in-state, $7 for out-of-state vehicles.
Advanced registration required; tours limited to 12 registrants
Saturdays & Sundays
August 8th, 9th, 22nd, 23rd
1:00 pm all dates
FREE! State park parking fee of $5 for in-state, $7 for out-of-state vehicles.
Advanced registration required; tours limited to 12 registrants
The employees of Ringwood Manor were the backbone of the estate. Staff positions included not only the household servants, but dozens of people who worked on the property to keep the 22,000 acre estate running. This 1 hour walking tour will explore the numerous paid positions like dairy maids, farmers, coachmen, and of course iron workers. Details about known employees will be shared along with vintage images.
Steady rain will cancel.
Advanced registration required. To register, please email ringwoodmanortours@gmail.com and include your name along the name and date of the outdoor tour you are interested in attending, and the number of people you are registering for. You will receive a confirmation email when registered.
Steady rain will cancel.
Advanced registration required. To register, please email ringwoodmanortours@gmail.com and include your name along the name and date of the outdoor tour you are interested in attending, and the number of people you are registering for. You will receive a confirmation email when registered.