KIDS AT MATHER
The Mather Homestead Foundation is dedicated to bringing history to life for kids of all ages through various programs. Click on "more" for more info.
Tours
Tours of the house are customized for kids to be interactive and fun. Learn about Revolutionary War History and Stephen Mather, the first Director of the National Park Service. We are happy to follow up the tour with a scavenger hunt which will lead kids around the property in search of silver! By appointment.
Become a Junior Docent!
We invite kids to learn an abbreviated tour of the house and then to lead others through the house! We will provide you with tour materials and you invite your family/friends to tour.
Events for kids
We have many events geared towards educating kids while having fun. Events include kids book club, Night at the Museum, Fall Harvest Festival and more. MORE
Visit the Homestead for a customized program
We offer programs for kids which can be scheduled at any time. Great for homeschool groups, play groups, scouts, etc. MORE
Teen Board
The Mather Homestead teen board, now in its second year, offers high schoolers (grades 9 to 12) an opportunity to both contribute to and learn from this treasured National Historic Landmark. MORE
Essay Contest
The Teen Board will chose an essay topic each fall with November deadline for submissions. Open to middle schoolers. MORE
UPCOMING EVENTS FOR KIDS
Multiple DatesOct 10, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PMNight at the Museum returns for the fourth year! Can you escape the tories to find the secret treasure? 5 to 6:30 pm, ages 5 to 9; 7:30 to 9 pm ages 10 to 13. Limited to 25 kids per session. Headlamps provided for outdoor spooky fun!!
Multiple DatesOct 10, 2025, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PMNight at the Museum returns for the fourth year with spies, clues and treasures to find! 5 to 6:30 pm, ages 5 to 9; 7:30 to 9 pm ages 10 to 13. Limited to 25 kids per session.
Oct 25, 2025, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PMJoin us for pony rides, petting zoo, hay rides, face painting, pumpkin decorating, crafts, games, cider & donuts, live music plus a visit from George Washington and his horse! Tickets - members: $15 adult/$10 child, non-members: $20 adult/$15 child.
Dec 20, 2025, 4:30 PM – 6:30 PMFamily Fun presented by the Junior Board. Crafts, cookie decorating, live music and a visit from St. Nick! Plus festive bevs & sweet treats.
