Member Preview Weekend

Member Preview Weekend

NEXT DATE:   |  10 a.m. to 4 p.m.  |  
category: Family Programs, Member Events  |  location: Visitor Center

Hagley members are invited to preview Hagley's re-opening that will include the Powder Yard Trail Experience and Sunday cannon firings.

Cannon firings will take place near the Machine Shop on Sunday, June 28, at 1, 2, and 3 p.m.

Visitors are invited to enjoy The Powder Yard Trail experience, a self-guided tour with guides providing interpretation at various locations. 

Advance reservations are no longer required, but recommended. Admittance will be monitored and capped to 250 people at the same time.  If capacity is reached, new arrivals will wait until people exit to be admitted.

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