For those toggling between Montauk weekends and Manhattan weekdays, Hermès offers a reason to linger in the city a little longer. On the heels of On the Wings of Hermès—the maison’s cinematic, Pegasus-led dreamscape earlier this year—comes Mystery at the Grooms, a new immersive experience that swaps surrealism for sleuthing. Equal parts whodunit and homage to the house’s equestrian roots, the interactive exhibition invites visitors to play detective inside a theatrical world where craftsmanship meets curiosity, and where every silk scarf or saddle stitch might be a clue—all while showcasing the full measure of Hermès’ métier mastery.
Housed inside Pier 36 on the Lower East Side, Mystery at the Grooms transforms a raw Manhattan warehouse into the Grooms’ House—a whimsical, six-room residence where Hermès’ sixteen métiers (from leather and silk to home objects, shoes, jewelry, and beyond) come together in theatrical harmony. The premise: the grooms’ beloved herd of horses has vanished. Mischief is afoot. And it’s up to you, the guest, to follow a trail of hoof prints to bring them back.
Guided by the dryly humorous voice of fictional equestrian detective Mr. Honoré (a nod to the house’s original Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré address), guests move through themed spaces like the Dormitory, Pantry, and Tack Room, each layered with winks to the brand’s iconic objects and their equine inspirations. A Brides de Gala scarf flutters above a hay-strewn corner. A pair of shoes leaves behind horseshoe prints. A Kelly rocking horse waits patiently in one corner, equal parts objet d’art and nostalgia trip.
But this is no ordinary brand showcase. The genius of the experience lies in its playfulness: high craft meets hide-and-seek. Each métier contributes its own clever clue—whether through textures, silhouettes, or unexpected placement—challenging guests to look beyond the obvious and engage with the objects in a more tactile, less reverent way. In true Hermès fashion, there’s elegance in every detail, but also joy.
The experience, free to the public, runs from June 19 through 29, and is open to all visitors age 7 and up. Book your tickets at mystery hermes.com/mystery.