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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
Multiple DatesMar 04, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AMJoin one of our expert tour guides on a walk back in time. Learn about life in the year 1778, the raid by Tories on the Mather Homestead, and the life and legacy of Stephen Tyng Mather, first director of the National Parks System, who summered here in his family home in the early 20th century.
Lecture featuring Cornelia Dayton - What the Court Records Reveal: Families in Revolutionary TurmoilMar 05, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PMCornelia Dayton, Professor of History at UConn and author of Women's America: Refocusing the Past, will share previously unexplored court records and what they reveal about marriage and family life during The American Revolution. The evening kicks off at 6:30 with wine and sweet and savory treats.
Mar 26, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PMIn celebration of our country’s 250th birthday, come join our creative mixed media workshop. Jasper Johns’s iconic work will inspire our collage making and painting. All art supplies are included plus wine, cheese & sweet treats for inspiration.
Apr 23, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PMChris Brown, Professor of History at Columbia University and author of Moral Capital: Foundations of British Abolitionism, will discuss the consequential decision to remove any reference to slavery from the Declaration of Independence. Wine and cheese at 6:30 followed by a lecture at 7:00p.
Apr 28, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PMThis richly illustrated talk discusses the lifelong struggle of John Trumbull to earn respect for his art by painting what he told Thomas Jefferson were some of the “noblest series of actions which have ever presented themselves in the history of man.” It’s a Connecticut family story about a talente
May 02, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PMJoin us for an afternoon of story, song, and soldiers. CT’s first state troubadour will set the stage, the 5th Connecticut Regiment will reenact a Revolutionary War battle, and Sarah Mather will share her personal stories. Colonial treats and Revolutionary books for sale. Fun for the whole family!
May 14, 2026, 9:30 AM – 3:30 PMJoin us for a spring outing to Yale University Art Gallery, where we will take a guided tour of the Wurtele Gallery, include their Keeping Alive the Remembrance installation, which celebrates America's founding, as well as their John Trumbull artworks. Followed by lunch at Mory's!
Jun 04, 2026, 11:30 AM – 2:00 PMThis year we welcome author Allison Pataki to speak about her new book It Girl, on shelves March 10. Join us for lunch in the garden, plus raffles, prizes, and more as we celebrate America at the turn of the 20th century and the women who broke barriers. Tickets on sale soon!
Jun 13, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PMCelebrate 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.
Wednesday/Saturday 9:30aJoin us Wednesdays and Saturday mornings at 9:30a!- Date and time is TBDJoin one of our expert tour guides on a walk back in time. Learn about life in the year 1778, the raid by Tories on the Mather Homestead, and the life and legacy of Stephen Tyng Mather, first director of the National Parks System, who summered here in his family home in the early 20th century.
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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