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Keweenaw County, MI < Back Isle Royale Keweenaw County, MI 1940 Established: Size: 571,790 acres Visitors: 28,965 in 2023 Summary Wildlife Sounds of the Park Things to Do When to Visit Ties to Stephen Mather Fun Fact Previous Next

SUPPORT THE MATHER HOMESTEAD AND WIN GREAT PRIZES! We invite you to support the Mat her Homestead's property beautification and preservation projects by buying raffle tickets for great prizes! When you check in to the Garden Tea, you will choose which packages to enter your raffle t ickets. If you will not be present at the tea, you can indicate the prizes below. Buy more tickets and more chances to win! Prize packages below. The Mather Homestead Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization funded by generous donors and fundraising events. Please be generous! PAY VIA CC BELOW OR VENMO: @mather-homestead-foundation last 4 digits x9649 THANK YOU!

10 mi S of Miami, FL < Back Biscayne 10 mi S of Miami, FL 1980 Established: Size: 172,971 acres Visitors: 701,023 in 2022 Summary Biscayne National Park, located in southeastern Florida, encompasses a stunning mosaic of tropical waters, coral reefs, and lush mangrove forests, making it a haven for marine life and outdoor enthusiasts alike. Stretching over 170,000 acres, this diverse ecosystem offers opportunities for snorkeling, diving, boating, and wildlife watching. Its vibrant coral reefs, teeming with colorful fish and other marine creatures, provide a captivating underwater experience. Additionally, the park's mangrove shoreline serves as a crucial habitat for various bird species and acts as a protective buffer against storms and erosion. With its unique blend of natural beauty and ecological significance, Biscayne National Park stands as a cherished gem of Florida's natural heritage. Wildlife Biscayne National Park boasts a rich tapestry of wildlife, both above and below its crystalline waters. Beneath the surface, vibrant coral reefs teem with an array of marine life, including parrotfish, angelfish, and spiny lobsters, while gentle manatees and sleek bottlenose dolphins glide through its turquoise channels. Above the waterline, the park's mangrove forests provide refuge for an array of bird species, such as ospreys, herons, and pelicans, while colorful butterflies and elusive marsh rabbits add to the tapestry of biodiversity. With its diverse habitats and abundant wildlife, Biscayne National Park offers visitors a captivating glimpse into the wonders of the natural world. Sounds of the Park Things to Do Visitors to Biscayne National Park can enjoy boating, canoeing, kayaking, snorkeling, fishing, camping, and more. Note that the park is 95% water, so many typical "on land" activities available at most other national parks will not be available at Biscayne, or will only be on islands accessible by boat. When to Visit Biscayne National Park has a tropical savanna climate, typical of South Florida. Summers are hot, humid, and rainy, while winters are warm and dry. Weather in the dry season (November-March) is most pleasant, so it is the best time to visit. To avoid crowds, consider visiting during the week rather than the weekend, and make sure to plan your visit in advance. Ties to Stephen Mather During Stephen Mather's time, what is now Biscayne National Park was not yet established as a national park. The land was home to the Cocolobo Bay Club, an elite private club that hosted several presidents, senators, and businessmen in the 1920s and 30s. Fun Fact Biscayne's largest island, Elliott Key, is considered the northernmost key in the Florida Keys. Previous Next

Culberson County, TX < Back Guadalupe Mountains Culberson County, TX 1972 Established: Size: 86,367 acres Visitors: 172,347 in 2018 Summary Wildlife Sounds of the Park Things to Do When to Visit Ties to Stephen Mather Fun Fact Previous Next

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

First at the Mic ... Superneutral, featuring Jon Jensen, singing favorites from the past 300 years! Then singer/songwriter James Crafford! < Back Music-at-Mather: Superneutral and James Crafford - March 11, 2023 First at the Mic ... Superneutral, featuring Jon Jensen, singing favorites from the past 300 years! Then singer/songwriter James Crafford! Previous Next

England, c. 1800 and later. Oak, European pine, paint; 16" h. x 5 ¾" w. x 4 ¼" d. < Back English Candle Box First Floor - Keeping Room Other Decorative Arts England, c. 1800 and later. Oak, European pine, paint; 16" h. x 5 ¾" w. x 4 ¼" d. Rectangular box with sliding cover, each with round projections at the top, with hanging hole and a brass tab repair on the end, all stained a dark red. Later painted image of a soldier in a red coat and hat. Intact with worm holes from a now inactive infestation. Previous Next

Graphite and watercolor on paper; 3 ½” h. x 5 ¼” w. < Back Nineteenth Century Theorem Watercolor of a Fruit Basket Second Floor - NE Bedroom and Hallway Furniture and Hard Furnishings Graphite and watercolor on paper; 3 ½” h. x 5 ¼” w. In greens and brown against a crème ground, central image of leafy green fruits in a handled basket. Framed and glazed in a period cove-molded frame. Condition is fair, foxing on the crème ground; for conservation purposes, it should be determined that framing utilizes acid-free materials. Previous Next

Great Camp Sagamore and the Rustic Movement, plus stories of the Vanderbilt Family < Back Alfred Gwynne Vanderbilt III - June 23, 2022 Great Camp Sagamore and the Rustic Movement, plus stories of the Vanderbilt Family Previous Next

New York or Southern New England, 1760-1800. Cherry (possibly maple), tulip poplar; 27 ½" h. x 43" w. x 14 ¼" d. (42” open). < Back Round Drop Leaf Table Second Floor - Entrance Hall Furniture and Hard Furnishings New York or Southern New England, 1760-1800. Cherry (possibly maple), tulip poplar; 27 ½" h. x 43" w. x 14 ¼" d. (42” open). Round drop leaf top is attached to a rectangular frame with cabriole legs, two of which are hinged to support the leaves. Legs are carved to a shallow cabriole shape ending in pad feet. Condition: Fixed top has a strip of wood added in the center, presumably to repair a split. Several plugs in the top cover reattachment screws. 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

Our music series includes a variety of musicians from singers to instrumentalists, and from classical to contemporary. Weather permitting, concerts are outside on the lawn. BYO blanket, beverage and snacks! A list of all concerts, past and future, can be found here. MUSIC AT MATHER Our music series includes a variety of musicians from singers to instrumentalists, and from classical to contemporary. Coming up ... Merry Mather: Celebrate the Season and our Staff! Dec 07, 2025, 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM With gratitude for our generous donors and members, we invite you to celebrate the season + our outgoing Executive Director, Heather Raker, plus extend a warm welcome to incoming Executive Director Samantha Gault. Festive cocktails, hors d'oeuvres & sweet treats! Details Past Concerts Please consider becoming a patron of our music events! We will add you to our program and to our list below! Music at Mather Patrons THANK YOU! Lynn Chistopher Meredith Edwards Heather Raker Jolanda Sutherland Tammy Sload