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New England, 1720-1750. Maple, white pine; 24" h. x 27 ⅛" w. x 17 ¼" d. (top) < Back Tavern Table First Floor - Keeping Room Furniture and Hard Furnishings New England, 1720-1750. Maple, white pine; 24" h. x 27 ⅛" w. x 17 ¼" d. (top) A rectangular overhanging pine top with worn thumbnail molded edge; some rosehead nails and other fasteners. Turned tapered legs, box stretchers and worn ball feet. Table was stripped of original finish and given a clear coating, but otherwise original condition. Previous Next

Nature Trail, Bench & Sign < Back Abhilash Polaki Nature Trail, Bench & Sign Previous Next

Nine cups, 3 ¾” d. Eleven saucers, 5 ⅝” d. Waste bowl, 3 ⅜” h. x 6 ¼” d. Two under-plates or trays, 7 ¾” d. Footed milk pitcher, 4 ¾” h. Footed teapot with flower finial, repaired lid, 8” h. x 9 ½” w. < Back Set of Staffordshire Pink Lustreware Tea Service First Floor - Parlor Ceramics and Glass and Objects of Vertu Nine cups, 3 ¾” d. Eleven saucers, 5 ⅝” d. Waste bowl, 3 ⅜” h. x 6 ¼” d. Two under-plates or trays, 7 ¾” d. Footed milk pitcher, 4 ¾” h. Footed teapot with flower finial, repaired lid, 8” h. x 9 ½” w. On crème ground, hand painted with rose and lavender scrolling floral, green hearts; circa1810-1830; 24 pieces total. Previous Next

Maple and cherry; 26” h. x 16 ½” d. Last quarter 18th century. < Back Small New England Pedestal Candlestand Second Floor - NE Bedroom and Hallway Furniture and Hard Furnishings Maple and cherry; 26” h. x 16 ½” d. Last quarter 18th century. With a circular top over a turned pillar (or pedestal), ending in plain (or snake) feet. Good refinished condition; original or early red paint was removed when refinished in 1927; original painted finish would have greater value. Refinished by Fred Denson, Greenwich, 1927. Previous Next

Our second year of fun with the interns for pre-schoolers! Addison Kline, Conan Thibodeau, Avery Johnson and Sophie Curtis entertained and educated at MH! < Back Intern Lunch Bunch 2023 Our second year of fun with the interns for pre-schoolers! Addison Kline, Conan Thibodeau, Avery Johnson and Sophie Curtis entertained and educated at MH! Previous Next

Mary Culbertson (dates unknown). Shippensburg, Pennsylvania, dated 1834. Silk on linen; 16 ½" h. x 16 ½" w. (sight), 18 ½" x 18 ½" frame. < Back American Needlework Sampler Second Floor - Entrance Hall Other Decorative Arts Mary Culbertson (dates unknown). Shippensburg, Pennsylvania, dated 1834. Silk on linen; 16 ½" h. x 16 ½" w. (sight), 18 ½" x 18 ½" frame. The sampler displays three alphabets rendered in white (except for a “UVWZ” in blue) above a two-handled bowl with a stylized floral arrangement, flanked by two trees. A stylized floral vine borders the entire composition. Color fading. Bottom: Mary Culbertson’s work 1834 Shippensburg, September 8th 1834. Framed in modern frame. Previous Next

Rhode Island, probably Newport, 1760-1790 Mahogany; 27 ⅜" h. x 31 ¾" w. x 24" d. < Back Porringer Top Tea Table Second Floor - SW Bedroom Furniture and Hard Furnishings Rhode Island, probably Newport, 1760-1790 Mahogany; 27 ⅜" h. x 31 ¾" w. x 24" d. The rectangular table with outset “porringer” (half-round projections separated from the straight sides by cusps) corners; top attached to the frame by tenons cut from the ends of four blocks of wood nailed to the underside of the top. Undercut rails on turned tapered legs and offset turned pad feet. Table has been refinished but is in an excellent state of preservation. This unusual “floating” top attachment is characteristic of the best furniture made in Newport, and is described as a favorite technique of John Goddard in American Antiques from the Israel Sack Collection. Previous Next

After 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. < Back Night at the Museum: Escape the Tories - October 28, 2022 After 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. 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

Northwest Arctic Borough, AK < Back Kobuk Valley Northwest Arctic Borough, AK 1980 Established: Size: 1,750,716 acres Visitors: 17,616 in 2023 Summary Wildlife Sounds of the Park Things to Do When to Visit Ties to Stephen Mather Fun Fact Previous Next

St. Louis, MO < Back Gateway Arch St. Louis, MO 2018 Established: Size: 90.9 acres Visitors: 2,055,309 in 2019 Summary Wildlife Sounds of the Park Things to Do When to Visit Ties to Stephen Mather Fun Fact Previous Next