Welcome to the Museum at Bethel Woods
Some visit to relive the past and their journey to Woodstock. Others come to experience what it was like for the first time. As you step inside the exhibit you hear the echo of 450,000 chanting “no rain” and see the stories of those who were actually there. Through artifacts, films, music - and even a hippie bus - you will be inspired not only by what was the most prolific three-day festival in history, but by the ideals that still remain relevant today.
Guided Tours
Every artifact may tell a story, but that's just half of it. A guided tour can give you a more comprehensive idea of what went down at Woodstock...and more.
Woodstock and More: Guided Docent Tour
$5 | Add on to Museum Ticket
45 minutes to 1 hour, depending on size and tour guide
Max 20 people per tour
With over 6,000 square feet of dynamic exhibits, there’s a lot to cover in The Museum at Bethel Woods. This tour solely focuses on our Museum, leading you through and giving you more information than you would find in the Museum alone. Enhance your Museum experience, and answer any queries you may have about Woodstock or 60’s history.
Behind-the-Scenes Tour
$18 | Max 7 people per tour | Not available on show days
Tuesday - Wednesday, 10:45 AM
Thursday - Sunday, 10:45 AM & 11:45 AM
Approx. 1 hour and 15 minutes
Tickets
Ever wondered what it looks like backstage at Bethel Woods? Take our Behind the Scenes Tour lead and get a full picture of our beautiful venue. The tour begins with an introduction to the history of Bethel Woods and our mission to continue the legacy of Woodstock. Then, take a trip on a golf cart with one of our tour guides and hop onto our Pavilion stage! You’ll see the venue from a different angle, even getting a look at our artists' dressing rooms… The tour also looks through our luxury glamping area, and travels through the historic grounds.
Please arrive 15 minutes early to the start of the tour to be checked in.
Main Gate Tours
MAIN GATE TOUR
$19.69 | Max 7 people per tour | Not available on show days
Tuesday - Wednesday, 1:15 PM
Thursday - Sunday, 1:15 PM & 2:15 PM
Approx. 1 hour and 15 minutes
Hop on a golf cart and travel back to 1969 where you’ll learn all about what was going on at the Woodstock Music and Arts Fair. Want to see the magical field where 450,000 people sat and jammed out? How about a trip through the Bindy Bazaar, where the intended main gate was located. Learn about lesser known locations of the festival, like the Free Kitchen, the Art Fence and The Playground. Throughout the tour, you’ll see never before seen photos of Woodstock, and stand in the exact location they’ve been taken.
(This tour will not be available on show days.)
(Please arrive 15 minutes early to the start of the tour to be checked in.)
MAIN GATE + TOUR
$30 | Max 7 people per tour
Available on any concert day at 10:45 AM
Approx. 1 hour and 15 minutes
The Main Gate Plus Tour covers the same limited-access areas of the Bethel Woods site as the Main Gates tour and the Behind the Scenes tour, with more exclusive information. You’ll learn everything about the historic grounds on the same day a concert is being held. Want to see where your favorite artist will be staying just hours before they play? Led by our Museum Curator, who is well versed in the entirety of Woodstock history as well as Bethel Woods history and current operation.
Please arrive 15 minutes early to the start of the tour to be checked in.
Pick up from Glamping sites available for guests who are interested in a tour while camping.
MAIN GATE ++ TOUR
$50 | Max 7 people per tour
Mondays | 10:45 AM
Approx. 1 hour and 45 minutes
This is the complete full package tour of the historic grounds and our venue. On the day after a show, there is one opportunity to see Behind the Scenes of how Bethel Woods works and learn how the Pavilion at Bethel Woods is integrated into the historic site and the DNA of the 1969 Woodstock festival. A golf cart tour hosted by the Museum Curator will show you the ins and outs of a concert tour and illustrate what it took to plan one of the greatest music festivals in history, and how we operate our concerts today! This tour will also focus on the research it has taken to find the paramount stories of Woodstock and will show you the locations where the history happened.
(Please arrive 15 minutes early to the start of the tour to be checked in.)
Adults Only Tour (add on)
$10 | Add on to the 1:15 PM Main Gate Tour
Thursdays - Fridays | 12:15 PM
This 18+ only tour will tell you some of the more taboo stories of Woodstock and behind the 2025-2026 Special Exhibit How Bazaar! Arts, Crafts, and Camping at Woodstock. A perfect complement to the Main Gate Tour, go behind the scenes with a Museum curator, view artifacts, and hear research from the Oral History Initiative that isn’t as polished as our other tours and exhibits. All guests must show ID.
Please arrive 15 minutes early to the start of the tour to be checked in.
What is The Museum at Bethel Woods?
The Museum at Bethel Woods explores the unique experience of the 1969 Woodstock Music and Art Fair, its significance as a culminating event of a decade of radical cultural transformation, and the legacies of the Sixties and Woodstock today. Through personal stories and profiles, immersive musical and multi-media exhibit displays and experiences, engaging programs, and educational events, The Museum encourages inter-generational dialogue about important ideas and issues relevant to today. It also helps to preserve the historic site on which the Woodstock festival took place.
Can I take pictures at The Museum at Bethel Woods?
Photography is allowed in the museum for personal, non-commercial use. (Policy may vary for some special exhibits). Tripods and other supports, flash and other lighting, allowed ONLY with prior written permission from museum management. For media and commercial use, please contact Bethel Woods Public Relations at mediainquiries@bethelwoodscenter.org.
How can I donate an artifact?
If you have an item to donate to The Museum’s permanent collection, please contact Robin Green at rgreen@bethelwoodscenter.org. If you can attach a photo of your item, that would be appreciated. Please DO NOT bring your item to the Museum without first contacting us.
Can I visit the Museum and go to a Pavilion Stage concert on the same day?
Yes, you can visit The Museum and attend a Pavilion Stage concert on the same day. Due to popular demand, museum visitation during a Pavilion Stage concert day is high. The Museum at Bethel Woods offers discounted admission when purchased with a concert ticket as well as when purchased the day of with a valid concert ticket. Discounted admission is valid the day of a concert through noon the following day.
Are student groups welcome during the school year?
The Museum's Education department offers programs aligned with the NY State curriculum which help students make the connection between the museum content and their lives today. For more information please contact us at education@BethelWoodsCenter.org.
Register for Explore the '60s Programs.
I would like to bring a group to The Museum and for a concert: Do you have a group sales department?
We invite you to bring your group of 20 or more to experience the power of live performance or to visit The Museum at Bethel Woods. Check out our available group packages and contact us for more information.
May I rent the Event Gallery in The Museum?
Yes, and you may also rent other locations on our site. Find out more about renting our facilities and submit a request form today.
The Museum at Bethel Woods Shop
Whether you were there in ’69 or visiting for the first time, you’ll look the part! As you exit our museum be sure to check out museum shop where you’ll find apparel, posters, and other unique gifts! Or shop online today.
Cashless Venue
Bethel Woods is now a cashless venue. Please be sure to bring a debit or credit card. Mobile payment option such as Apple Pay or Google Pay are accepted. Cash is not accepted at our Box Office, concessions, or retail locations.
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