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Southern New England, 18th and 20th centuries Cherry, pine < Back One Drawer Table First Floor - Keeping Room Furniture and Hard Furnishings Southern New England, 18th and 20th centuries Cherry, pine An overhanging top with single wide drawer, turned-wood pull; baluster-turned legs and ball feet with box stretchers. Condition notes: A written note accompanying the table states that it was “found in attic with no top.” In addition to the new top, now held on by screws in newly cut screw pockets, the entire drawer and drawer slides attached inside the frame are also new. All parts have been refinished. Previous Next

New England, 1790-1810. Birch; 43" h. x 31 ¾" w. x 26" d. < Back Easy (or Wing) Chair First Floor - Keeping Room Furniture and Hard Furnishings New England, 1790-1810. Birch; 43" h. x 31 ¾" w. x 26" d. Upholstered easy chair with ‘wings’ that curve to cone-shaped arm supports. Legs joined by H-stretchers and a rear stretcher. Front Marlborough legs are replacements; rear block legs are additions. Frame was not examined because upholstery was not removed. In good restored condition. Previous Next

Edward Walker (1803-1879); Sophia Ann Shedel Walker (1802-1871). Parents of Bertha Jemima Walker Mather. Oil on canvas; 26 ½” h. x 21 ½” w. (sight size). Circa 1840-1845. < Back American School, Pair of Portraits, Edward Walker & Sophia Walker First Floor - Dining Room Fine Art Edward Walker (1803-1879); Sophia Ann Shedel Walker (1802-1871). Parents of Bertha Jemima Walker Mather. Oil on canvas; 26 ½” h. x 21 ½” w. (sight size). Circa 1840-1845. Finely executed half length portraits of a rosy-cheeked gentleman in black waistcoat and cravat; and of his wife, modestly attired in a black and brown gown with pink and white lace at the neck and kerchief. She wears a gold necklace, garnet brooch, and pink shell buttons on her bodice. Neither is signed. In matching gold-painted period-style frames. Condition is good. Previous Next

Southern New England; 1725-1775, Maple, ash, rush seat < Back Four-Slat Armchair First Floor - Keeping Room Furniture and Hard Furnishings Southern New England; 1725-1775, Maple, ash, rush seat With four arched and bowed slats in the back, the lowest of which missing the upper, bowed half; baluster turnings on the rear posts and turned finials; front posts, ending in ball feet. Legs are joined by ash double side and maple front stretchers and a single ash rear stretcher; rush seat; originally painted. Refinished in a clear coating. Condition is good given age and use. Previous Next

Hawaii County, HI < Back Hawaii Volcanoes Hawaii County, HI 1916 Established: Size: 344,812 acres Visitors: 1,620,294 in 2023 Summary Wildlife Sounds of the Park Things to Do When to Visit Ties to Stephen Mather Fun Fact Previous Next

Southwestern Connecticut, possibly Milford area, 1775-1810 Maple, rush seat; 44 ½" h. x 19 ⅛" w. x 14 ½" d. < Back Molded Slat Back Side Chair Second Floor - SW Bedroom Furniture and Hard Furnishings Southwestern Connecticut, possibly Milford area, 1775-1810 Maple, rush seat; 44 ½" h. x 19 ⅛" w. x 14 ½" d. The black-painted turned chair has a downward-curving crest and stay rail that enclose four molded vertical slats between turned posts, each with two baluster turnings and finials. The turned front legs have rings between and above double turned front stretchers. Side and rear stretchers join the legs. Condition: Refinished, all feet have been ended-out by 2 ¾” Previous Next

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Ania led a group through the basics of starting a cutting garden from seeds during the winter months, then planting in the spring for beautiful summer blooms. < Back Cutting Garden 101: Cosmos & Zineas - March 8, 2023 Ania led a group through the basics of starting a cutting garden from seeds during the winter months, then planting in the spring for beautiful summer blooms. Previous Next

New England, 1820-1840. Mahogany; 28 ½” x 20 ⅜” l. x 15 ¾” d. < Back Tilt-Top Stand Second Floor - Guest Room Furniture and Hard Furnishings New England, 1820-1840. Mahogany; 28 ½” x 20 ⅜” l. x 15 ¾” d. A rectangular top with shaped corners. Top attaches to a ring-and-urn turned pillar, ending in three S-shaped (or ogee) legs. Previous Next

33” h. x 23 ¼” w.; circa late 19th /early 20th century. < Back Tombstone Shaped Cast Iron Fireback First Floor - Keeping Room Other Decorative Arts 33” h. x 23 ¼” w.; circa late 19th /early 20th century. With figure of an Indian and Colonial figure; edged with bead molding. Previous Next

The Mather Homestead offers many opportunities for sponsorship. We are appreciative of your support and look forward to promoting your business! Sponsor payment may be made via check payable to "The Mather Homestead Foundation" or by credit card (link right). Please send checks to: The Mather Homestead Foundation, 19 Stephen Mather Road, Darien, CT, 06820 SUPPORT THE MATHER HOMESTEAD BY SPONSORING ONE OF OUR EVENTS! The Mather Homestead Foundation offers numerous sponsorship opportunities and gratefully acknowledges the support of businesses that contribute through financial and in-kind donations. We recognize our donors through various channels including events, social media, publicity, and on-site signage at the Homestead. THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS! SUMMER SOIRÉE 2025 The MH Summer Soirée on May 31, 2025 raised over $22,000 for Mather Homestead preservation projects thanks to Junior Board Chair Sally Houlihan, Event Chair Jessica Merrill, and the entire junior board! Plus, our generous sponsors! GARDEN TEA 2025 Our fifth annual Garden Tea featured Fred Landman, visionary for the remarkable Sleepy Cat Farm. Despite rain and cold, the event was a remarkable success and raised over $30,000 for beautification projects at the Homestead! Thank you to our sponsors and raffle donors, plus all that attended, for your generous support WOMEN + ARCHITECTURE SERIES 2025 Thank you to the many donors who supported our Women + Architecture series in honor of Bertha Mather McPherson, one of Connecticut's earliest female architects and a visionary preservationist. The series included lectures, book discussions, field trips, and an exhibit featuring the life and legacy of Bertha Mather McPherson. JUNIOR BOARD SUMMER SOLSTICE 2024 The Junior Board welcomed 140 guests for cocktails on the patio followed by dinner in the field prepared by Ardens. A magical night! FALL HARVEST FESTIVAL 2024 Our sixth annual Fall Harvest Festival welcomed families (~500 people) from Darien, New Canaan and surrounding towns to the Homestead for good old fashioned fun including a petting zoo, pumpkin decorating, face painting, crafts, hay rides and more! GARDEN TEA 2024 The May 30, 2024 Garden Tea welcomed 150 women for tea, lunch and a conversation with Pieter Estersohn, author of Back to the Land , and local book PR guru Nancy Sheed. FALL HARVEST FESTIVAL 2023 Our fifth annual Fall Harvest Festival welcomed families (~500 people) from Darien, New Canaan and surrounding towns to the Homestead for good old fashioned fun including a petting zoo, pumpkin decorating, face painting, crafts, fire truck rides and more! GARDEN TEA 2023 The June 1, 2023 Garden Tea welcomed over 130 women for tea, lunch and a presentation by Calvert Crary of NY/LA Flower School. APRÈS SKI 2023 Our second annual Après Ski event welcomed nearly 150 people for fun and fundraising. PLAYHOUSE RENOVATION PROJECT 2023 Our historic playhouse was enjoyed by generations of Mathers but was sadly in disrepair. Thanks to Dan Lamontagne of Creative Builders, Rings End and many other donors, the playhouse has been restored future generations of children who will come to learn and play. FALL HARVEST FESTIVAL - OCTOBER 22, 2022 We appreciate the financial support of Harbor Point Dental Group at our fourth Fall Harvest Festival. We also appreciate our in kind sponsors including Palmers Market , Stop & Shop , Stew Leonards and Cabana . Over 600 people from Darien, New Canaan, Norwalk and other surrounding towns joined us for hay rides, a petting zoo, crafts, face painting, games, tours of the Homestead, pumpkin decorating, live music and more! To inquire about 2023, please email info@matherhomestead.org or call 203-202-7602. Thank you! STEPHEN MATHER AND THE NATIONAL PARKS EXHIBIT Fall 2022 - Spring 2023 Our first exhibit welcomed hundreds of people to learn more about the life and legacy of Stephen Tyng Mather, the first Director of the National Park Service and owner of the Mather Homestead from 1906 to 1930. BUILDINGS & GROUNDS! Many thanks to the businesses who provide services pro bono in order to maintain the beautiful Mather Homestead buildings & grounds: Bartlett T ree Davis Tree & Logging .

50 mi E of Fresno, CA < Back Sequoia 50 mi E of Fresno, CA 1890 Established: Size: 404,064 acres Visitors: 1,153,198 in 2022 Summary Sequoia National Park, located in California's Sierra Nevada mountains, is renowned for its stunning landscapes and iconic giant sequoia trees. Home to some of the largest trees on Earth, including the famous General Sherman Tree, the park offers visitors a chance to marvel at the sheer size and beauty of these ancient giants. In addition to the towering sequoias, the park features rugged mountain terrain, deep canyons, and picturesque alpine meadows. Visitors can enjoy a variety of outdoor activities such as hiking, camping, and wildlife viewing, with opportunities to spot black bears, mule deer, and diverse bird species. With its breathtaking scenery and abundant natural wonders, Sequoia National Park offers a memorable experience for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts alike. Wildlife Sequoia National Park is not only famous for its majestic giant sequoia trees but also for its diverse wildlife. The park's varied ecosystems support a wide range of animal species, including black bears, mule deer, mountain lions, and bobcats. Birdwatchers can spot a variety of birds, from colorful songbirds to majestic raptors like bald eagles and peregrine falcons. Additionally, the park's rivers and streams are home to trout and other aquatic species. Wildlife enthusiasts can explore the park's trails and meadows, offering ample opportunities to observe and appreciate the natural beauty and biodiversity of Sequoia National Park. Sounds of the Park Things to Do In the warmer months, visitors can go day hiking, overnight backpacking, camping, or driving through the famous Tunnel Log. In the winter, visitors to Sequoia National Park can go snowshoeing or cross-country skiing. Hiking Snowshoeing Camping When to Visit Sequoia National Park's climate varies significantly by elevation, as temperatures decrease with increasing altitude. Summers are generally warm and dry, while winters are cold and snowy. Like most parks, crowds are highest during the summer. Therefore, the spring (May) and fall (September-October) would be the best time to visit. Ties to Stephen Mather Sequoia National Park has a Stephen Mather plaque located in the Giant Forest. Furthermore, visitors can take Mather Drive, a road on the park's Ash Mountain. Fun Fact Sequoia National Park's General Sherman tree is the largest-known single tree on Earth by volume. Previous Next