HAPPENINGS AT THE HOMESTEAD
The Mather Homestead's events are designed to fulfill our mission of preserving the Homestead and property as a treasured place for public education and enjoyment. JOIN US!
UPCOMING EVENTS
Oct 09, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PMMH Elizabeth W. Chilton Education Center, 19 Stephen Mather Rd, Darien, CT 06820, USALearn about our National Parks System, consisting of 63 National Parks, and Stephen Tyng Mather, the first director of the National Park Service. Each participant will receive a Stephen Mather badge. Recommended for 3rd to 6th grade. $25/FREE for members
Oct 22, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PMThe Mather Homestead, 19 Stephen Mather Rd, Darien, CT 06820, USAThe Fall Harvest Festival is back and even better! Join us for hay rides, petting zoo, face painting, pumpkin decorating, crafts, games, cider & donuts, live music & more! Geared towards ages 3 to 12, but all are welcome! Tickets - members: $10 adult/$5 child, non-members: $20 adult/$10 child.
Oct 26, 7:00 PMThe Mather Homestead, 19 Stephen Mather Rd, Darien, CT 06820, USAFollowing up on our recent discussion … John Muir’s work was deeply influenced by the writings of American Transcendentalists Ralph Waldo Emerson (1803-82) and Henry David Thoreau (1817-62). Who were these men? What did they write? Members: FREE, Non-members: $20
Oct 28, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PMDarien, 19 Stephen Mather Rd, Darien, CT 06820, USAAfter the sun sets and the lights dim, tour the Homestead by candlelight - spooky basement and attic included! Then test your knowledge by playing "Escape the Tories". If you are lucky enough to escape, enjoy pizza and s'mores. Recommended for ages 8 to 12. Limited to 20 kids.
Oct 30, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AMWeir Farm National Historic Park, Wilton, 735 Nod Hill Rd, Wilton, CT 06897, USAField trip! We'll head over to the closest National Park to the Mather Homestead: Weir Farm National Historic Park. This event is recommended for families with kids of all ages!
Nov 10, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PMMH Elizabeth W. Chilton Education Center, 19 Stephen Mather Rd, Darien, CT 06820, USALearn about (and taste!) American cheeses & wine from the experts at Plum Plums. $85/$75 members
Nov 30, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PMMH Elizabeth W. Chilton Education Center, 19 Stephen Mather Rd, Darien, CT 06820, USACreate your very own holiday wreath or centerpiece. We provide all the materials -- plus a holiday cocktail or two for inspiration. Bring clippers please! $95/85 members- Nov 30, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PMMH Elizabeth W. Chilton Education Center, 19 Stephen Mather Rd, Darien, CT 06820, USACreate your very own holiday wreath or centerpiece. We provide all the materials -- plus a holiday cocktail or two for inspiration. Bring clippers please! $95/$85 members
Dec 10, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PMMH Barn, 19 Stephen Mather Rd, Darien, CT 06820, USASt. Nicholas returns for a visit with good girls and boys in the Mather Homestead barn. Crafts,
Feb 10, 2023, 7:00 PMMH Elizabeth W. Chilton Education Center, 19 Stephen Mather Rd, Darien, CT 06820, USATavern Food + Tavern Drink + Tavern History + Tavern Games = Tavern Fun $95/$85 members
Time is TBDMH Elizabeth W. Chilton Education Center, 19 Stephen Mather Rd, Darien, CT 06820, USALearn the art of hand-sewn improvisational patchwork quilting. No experience required! By the end of the workshop, you'll create one or more unique patchwork blocks to use for a pillow, a small wall-hanging, or a small quilt.
OngoingMather Barn, 19 Stephen Mather Rd, Darien, CT 06820, USAVinyasa style yoga in the barn.