ABOUT THE MATHER HOMESTEAD, THE MATHER FAMILY AND ITS ROLE IN REVOLUTIONARY TIMES

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The Mather Homestead

The Homestead was built in 1778 and has been impeccably preserved over three centuries.   Learn more

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Stephen Tyng Mather

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The most notable member of the Mather family, Stephen Mather, founded the National Park Service.  Learn more

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The Mather Family:  

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The Mather Family ancestry traces back to 16th century England.   Learn more

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Revolutionary War Times:  

The homestead was of particular importance during the Revolutionary War.   Learn more

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Docent Gordon Hastings has researched the Mather family history and has much to tell - click here for more!

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Docent Donn Smith has been busy in the attic!  click here to view his blogs!

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2019 summer intern, Sarah McLaughlin, DHS Class of 2019, created our first exhibit using historical photos of the house, its inhabitants and Stephen Tyng Mather's time with the National Parks Service.  Sneak peek of the exhibit here!

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