Falaise Museum

The Falaise Museum is a magnificent mansion located on the Sands Point Preserve, which was once the estate of both the Gould & Guggenheim Families.

In August of 2022, I brought and treated my wife and myself for an enjoyable guided tour of the Falaise Museum.

During our tour, we learned that Falaise Museum was once the summer residence of Harry Guggenheim, an American businessman, ambassador, aviator, publisher, philanthropist and prominent member of the Guggenheim Family.

Built in the 1920’s and designed by notable architect, Frederick Sterner, the house’s exterior very much resembles a 13th Century Norman manor and it’s interior evokes a medieval style atmosphere due to its immense wood beams, high archways and multiple stone fireplaces.

What my wife and I found most impressive about the Falaise were its considerable and well preserved furnishings, many of which were either Medieval or Renaissance antiques purchased by Harry and his wife Caroline.

We also admired the mansion’s position along the coast because it provided us with gorgeous views of the Long Island Sound

Our tour guide also did a great job on acknowledging the prominent historical figures that visited Falaise, most notably, aviator, Charles Lindbergh and pointed out a one page paper that was written by Lindbergh during one of his stays at the estate.

Both my wife and I would definitely love to thank the Sands Point Preserve for providing us with a chance to visit and tour the Falaise Museum.

We’d also thank our tour guide for providing us with a comprehensive overview on the Guggenheim Family, the history and distinct features of the Falaise Museum, for showcasing and explaining the house’s many rooms and furnishings and for his discussions on Harry Guggenheim and his significant contributions to aviation, publishing and art.

Both my wife and I definitely recommend for everyone to visit and explore this awe inspiring attraction!!!

The tour was wonderful. Everyone should experience this.

I've been here last year with a couple of friends and the place is totally amazing. I love knowing the great history that this mansion has and I appreciate how the staff maintained and preserved its beauty. Falaise Museum is large and the view looks so wonderful. The tour guide is kind and gives us detailed information about the house and the life of Guggenheim. Visiting this place is one of the best experiences that I had in my entire life.

We took a tour to visit this place, otherwise you'll miss it, cause it in closed area.
Tours are available on Thu-sun at 12, 1, 2, 3 and it is 15$/adult. You can take photos only outside of the house.
The house is beautiful! Full of history! Our guide was detailed, not boring.