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FIELD TRIPS
Mather hits the road to learn about other places of interest!
Past field trips have included:
- Weir Farm, Connecticut's only National Park
- Setauket, Long Island, home of the Culper Spy Ring
- Tour of the American Wing of the Metropolitan Museum of Art with Elizabeth Kornhauser, the Alice Pratt Brown Curator of American Paintings and Sculpture
- Tour and lunch at Fraunces Tavern, New York
UPCOMING EVENTS
May 14, 2026, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PMJoin us for a spring outing to Yale's Beinecke Library followed by the Yale University Art Gallery. Take guided tours of the Beinecke's "Unfurling the Flag" exhibit and the Wurtele Gallery's "Keeping Alive the Remembrance" installation, celebrating America's founding. Followed by lunch at Mory's!
May 26, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PMCome solo or with your book group and join the conversation about Allison Pataki's new novel It Girl. We'll serve up champagne, light bites, and lively discussion that puts us in the spirit for the Garden Tea.
Jun 04, 2026, 11:30 AM – 2:00 PMThis year, we welcome author Allison Pataki to discuss her newly released novel It Girl, inspired by the life of Evelyn Nesbit. Join us for a garden lunch, raffles, prizes, and more as we celebrate America—and The Homestead—at the turn of the 20th century, and the women who broke barriers.
Jun 13, 2026, 5:30 PM – 9:30 PMEnjoy cocktails and canapés amongst the flowers of the sunken garden while the sun is still brightly shining. Then, join us at dusk in the field for an elevated southern dining experience brought to us by Greer Southern Table. Amazing raffle packages! The perfect way to kick off summer.
Jul 30, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PMJoin Jon Jensen and Samantha Gault for an evening of music and conversation about the history of protest music in America, from the Revolution to today. Lite bites and wine will be served. And if the weather's kind to us, we'll be outside!
Sep 14, 2026, 9:00 AM – Sep 18, 2026, 7:00 PMArtists and aspiring artists are invited to enjoy the Mather Homestead property from September 14 through September 18. Come to paint, draw, photograph and be inspired! Lunch will be served on Wednesday, 9/16. Rain date 9/17. Please RSVP.
Date and time is TBDCelebrate America 250 with Middlesex Parish. Local historic museums and Revolutionary War sites will be open for tours and fun on Connecticut's "Open House" Day. In Middlesex Parish, we invite you on a Road Trip! Check out our tour here! https://theclio.com/tour/2844
Wednesday/Saturday 9:30aJoin us Wednesdays and Saturday mornings at 9:30a!
Date and time is TBDRefresh your mind and energy with this revitalizing practice to uplift and restore your entire system. Enjoy a well-paced flow that will offer you just the right amount of challenge while encouraging strength, resistance, and flexibility while reducing tension in the hips, back and shoulders.
By appointmentThis exhibit will look at Bertha Mather's legacy as preservationist of home, family and community. Opening June 2025 and open by appointment through the summer.
by appointmentLearn about the life and legacy of Stephen Tyng Mather (1867-1930), the first Director of the National Park Service and the owner of the Homestead from 1906 to 1930. Exhibit geared towards adults PLUS "kids corner" for kids of all ages. Open hours Thurs. 6 to 7:30, Sat. 11 to 1, Sun. 1 to 3
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