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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
Jul 18, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PMThe Garden Conservancy Open Days™ program enables America’s finest gardens to open to the public on specific days and is the only nationwide garden visiting program Tickets here: https://www.gardenconservancy.org/garden-directory/open-days/digging-deeper-250-years-of-history-at-the-mather-homestead
Jul 30, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:30 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. Dessert and wine will be served. And if the weather's kind to us, we'll be outside!
Aug 03, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PMOn Monday, August 3, join us for an exclusive preview of "The American Revolution Experience," the nationally touring exhibition on view at The Mather Barn August 2 through August 8. August 3 wine and cheese reception: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM August 3-8 on view each day from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Aug 06, 2026, 4:30 PM – 6:00 PMHey, kids! Come explore the DAR's nationally touring exhibition on your own terms. Discover exciting new Revolutionary War heroes and stories, then show off your knowledge with Revolutionary War BINGO. Win prizes, eat ICE CREAM, and celebrate America's 250th. Fun for the whole family!
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.
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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