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Registered National Historic Landmark Plaque

The Mather Homestead is Darien's only Registered National Historic Landmark

Stephen Mather, first Director of the National Park Service

Stephen Tyng Mather (1867-1930)
First Director of the National Park Service
Owner of the Homestead 1906-1930

VISIT THE HOMESTEAD

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​The Mather Homestead is rich in history and open for public education and enjoyment.

 

We are open for tours Tuesday through Thursday 9 am to 2 pm, Fridays and Saturdays by appointment.

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Email us at info@matherhomestead.org to inquire about and schedule a tour.

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BECOME A MEMBER

When you become a member of the Mather Homestead you support our mission and help to secure our future. 

Mission Statement:

 

Preserve. Educate. Inspire.
 
We preserve the 1778 Mather Homestead - a National Historic Landmark set in a timeless New England landscape and home to a bold American family.

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We educate and inspire through exploration of American history and the National Parks, and celebrate those individuals who embody the enduring values of integrity and stewardship for the common good.

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Membership Benefits include:  ​​​Invitations to member-only events, discounts on Mather Homestead events, free tours for you, family and friends, membership to NARM (North American Reciprocal Museum Association), offering free entry to over 1,400 museums*. 

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$150 Family Membership 

$100 Individual Membership

THANK YOU!

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The Mather Homestead Foundation is thankful to the generosity of the Mather-McPherson family, Richard L. Chilton, Jr., the Darien Foundation, and our many other supporters.​​​​​​

The Darien Foundation supports the Mather Homestead
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