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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
Oct 29, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM“National Park Service: Rising to the Challenge.” How do we protect America’s public lands? Drawing on his experience leading the Park Service and his Native American heritage, Sams brings a rich perspective to the challenges of the past - and those that lie ahead. Lecture begins at 6:15 PM.
Nov 03, 2026, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PMSpend the day creating art inspired by the original WPA National Parks posters. Children will go home with four gorgeous projects as well as a little knowledge about our National Parks, the WPA, and how The Mather Homestead is part of the National Parks story. For students in grades K-5.
Nov 12, 2026, 8:30 AM – 12:30 PMAs part of our celebration of the National Parks, we venture to an NPS site and historic home commemorating one our Nation's original great leaders, Alexander Hamilton. Join us for coffee and pastries at the Mather Barn before we drive to 414 West 141st street.
Nov 15, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PMWith Lauren Keena's guidance, come learn how to finish the project you have started so it is ready to gift to a friend or hang on your tree. Extra kits are available for $50 and pick-up at the barn if you missed our October 8th class. Price for November 15 includes finishing kit and refreshments.
Nov 19, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PMJoin us for a discussion with Tiernan Sittenfeld, President and CEO of the National Parks Conservation Association. Discuss the past, present, and future of park conservation and discover how each of us can help support and strengthen these places for generations to come. Refreshments included.
Dec 02, 2026, 5:30 PMGather your friends and join us for an evening of creativity and holiday cheer! We’ll provide everything you need to craft a magazine-worthy wreath—and table reservations include champagne to toast the season. No experience necessary, but we do appreciate if you bring your own clippers!
Multiple Dates and TimesUpcoming Screenings: October 28, 10a: Darien Men's Association November 16, 6:30p: Darien Public Library January 22, 10a: New Canaan Men's Association
T-Th 9a to 2pTours are available Tuesday through Thursday, 9a to 2p or by appointment. Book your tour here or email us at info@matherhomestead.org. Please note: We are unable to offer tours the week of July 6, 2026 through July 10, 2026. Enjoy the Fourth of July Holiday! Happy 250, America!
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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