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Young and Restless < Back Mattie Kahn & Reena Ninan - October 3, 2023 Young and Restless Previous Next

Acabella, an all women's a cappella group, performed a holiday program for a jolly audience! View concert on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/watch/live/?ref=watch_permalink&v=528926435575944. Concert starts around 8 minutes. < Back Acabella - December 10, 2021 Acabella, an all women's a cappella group, performed a holiday program for a jolly audience! View concert on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/watch/live/?ref=watch_permalink&v=528926435575944. Concert starts around 8 minutes. Previous Next

San Benito County, CA < Back Pinnacles San Benito County, CA 2013 Established: Size: 26,606 acres Visitors: 222,152 in 2018 Summary Wildlife Sounds of the Park Things to Do When to Visit Ties to Stephen Mather Fun Fact Previous Next

New England, late 18th century. White pine; 16 ½" h. x 44" w. x 17" d. < Back Blanket Chest Attic Furniture and Hard Furnishings New England, late 18th century. White pine; 16 ½" h. x 44" w. x 17" d. A six-board, dovetailed, red-washed blanket chest with a thumbnail-molded lid with cleats at each end, attached with replaced iron hinges; and flat base molded bottom. Condition is good considering age and use. Previous Next

< Back Grow Along - create your own cutting garden Weds., Feb 15, 23, March 9, 30 "Grow Along" at Mather - create your own cutting garden Previous Next

We welcomed 10 kids including eight scouts for our first "Become a Stephen Mather Junior Junior Ranger" event. Kids learned about the National Parks and Stephen Mather's important role in creating the National Park Service and the system of 61 parks that we enjoy today. We then took a hike on the Darien Land Trust's Mather Meadows property across the street. Finally, we played fun games to learn more about our national parks! ​ Please reach out to us to schedule a Junior Ranger event for your group of kids! Recommended for 2nd to 7th grade. < Back Become a Stephen Mather Junior Ranger! October 9, 2022 We welcomed 10 kids including eight scouts for our first "Become a Stephen Mather Junior Junior Ranger" event. Kids learned about the National Parks and Stephen Mather's important role in creating the National Park Service and the system of 61 parks that we enjoy today. We then took a hike on the Darien Land Trust's Mather Meadows property across the street. Finally, we played fun games to learn more about our national parks! Please reach out to us to schedule a Junior Ranger event for your group of kids! Recommended for 2nd to 7th grade. Previous Next

60 mi N of Jackson, WY < Back Yellowstone 60 mi N of Jackson, WY 1872 Established: Size: 2,219,791 acres Visitors: 4,501,382 in 2023 Summary Yellowstone National Park, situated primarily in Wyoming but also extending into parts of Montana and Idaho, is a true natural wonderland. It's not only the first national park in the world but also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Yellowstone is famous for its geothermal features like geysers, hot springs, and bubbling mud pots, with the iconic Old Faithful being the star attraction. The park's diverse landscapes include forests, canyons, rivers, and alpine meadows, providing habitats for a wide range of wildlife, including bison, elk, grizzly bears, and wolves. Visitors can explore a network of hiking trails, go wildlife watching, or enjoy activities like camping, fishing, and boating. Yellowstone's stunning beauty and unique geology make it a must-see destination for nature lovers and adventurers alike. Wildlife Bison Bald eagle Grizzly bear Coyote Yellowstone National Park is renowned for its rich and diverse wildlife. The park is home to a remarkable array of animals, including iconic species such as bison, elk, and grizzly bears. Additionally, visitors may encounter wolves, moose, bighorn sheep, and mountain goats, among others. Yellowstone's varied habitats, ranging from forests to meadows to rivers, support a thriving ecosystem that sustains a wide variety of wildlife. Birdwatchers are treated to sightings of bald eagles, ospreys, and numerous other bird species. Exploring Yellowstone provides ample opportunities for wildlife viewing and offers a glimpse into the natural beauty and ecological richness of this iconic park. Sounds of the Park Things to Do In the summer, visitors at Yellowstone National Park can hike, camp, ride on horseback, or go fly fishing. In the winter, visitors can go snowmobiling. Year round, visitors can visit Yellowstone's geysers, including the famous Old Faithful. Hiking Cross-country skiing Horseback riding When to Visit Yellowstone National Park has a continental climate with warm to hot summers and cold, snowy winters. Precipitation, especially rain, is uncommon year round. Crowds peak in the summer. As a result, the best time to visit, taking into account both crowds and weather, would be late spring (May) or early fall (September). Ties to Stephen Mather Yellowstone National Park has a Stephen Mather plaque located at the Madison Information Station. Fun Fact Since 2000, Old Faithful geyser has erupted every 44 minutes to 2 hours. Previous Next

50 mi SE of Bangor, ME < Back Acadia 50 mi SE of Bangor, ME 1919 Established: Size: 40,975 acres Visitors: 2,669,034 in 2020 Summary Acadia National Park, situated in Maine, offers a vast outdoor space for various activities. Its landscape includes tall mountains, lakes, and rocky beaches. Visitors engage in hiking, biking, and swimming amidst nature's beauty. Cadillac Mountain, the park's highest peak, provides stunning views, especially during sunrise and sunset. Trails meander through forests and along the coastline, catering to adventurers. Acadia's diverse wildlife includes deer, foxes, and marine life like whales. Birdwatching opportunities abound, with species ranging from chickadees to bald eagles. Acadia National Park provides an educational experience in nature, offering opportunities for exploration and discovery amidst its scenic vistas and diverse wildlife. Wildlife Red fox Peregrine falcon Beaver Alewife (river herring) Acadia National Park boasts a rich diversity of wildlife, ranging from mammals like deer and foxes to marine creatures such as whales. Its varied ecosystems support an array of bird species, including the iconic bald eagle. Visitors can witness these animals in their natural habitats, whether along the rugged coastline or within the park's dense forests. From birdwatching to observing marine life, Acadia offers ample opportunities for wildlife enthusiasts to connect with nature and appreciate its inhabitants. Sounds of the Park Things to Do In the winter, visitors can snowshoe, snowmobile, or cross-country ski on the various paths the park provides, or go ice fishing on frozen ponds. In the summer, visitors can hike, kayak, climb, or camp at one of the park's campsites. Biking Cross-country skiing Boating When to Visit Acadia National Park has a humid continental climate with warm summers and cold, snowy winters. Precipitation is plentiful year round. Crowds tend to be highest in mid-summer and lowest in the winter. For the best balance between warm weather and manageable crowds, you can visit in the late spring to early summer (May-early June) or late summer to early fall (September). Ties to Stephen Mather Acadia National Park was established in 1919, when Stephen Mather was the director of the National Park Service. The park was renamed from "Lafayette" to "Acadia" in January 1929, only eleven days after Mather left office. Acadia is home to a Stephen Mather plaque, located at the summit of Cadillac Mountain. Fun Fact Every September, the park hosts the annual Acadia Night Sky Festival, attracting stargazers, researches, artists, and more. Previous Next

Pierce County, WA < Back Mount Rainier Pierce County, WA 1899 Established: Size: 236,381 acres Visitors: 1,622,395 in 2022 Summary Wildlife Sounds of the Park Things to Do When to Visit Ties to Stephen Mather Fun Fact Previous Next

Including: Shoehorn with repoussé work on handle, 6 ¾” l. Hand mirror with silver frame, 9 ½’ l. Brush with natural bristles, Sterling handle, 9” l. Nail file, Sterling handle, 6 ⅝” l. < Back Sterling Silver Dresser Set, Four Pieces Second Floor - Guest Room Other Decorative Arts Including: Shoehorn with repoussé work on handle, 6 ¾” l. Hand mirror with silver frame, 9 ½’ l. Brush with natural bristles, Sterling handle, 9” l. Nail file, Sterling handle, 6 ⅝” l. Shoe-horn is marked, Hamilton & Diesinger Sterling; circa 1900. Previous Next

Southern New England, 1810-1825. Tulip poplar, oak, maple. 35" h. x 39" w. x 14 ½" d. < Back Windsor Settee First Floor - Keeping Room Furniture and Hard Furnishings Southern New England, 1810-1825. Tulip poplar, oak, maple. 35" h. x 39" w. x 14 ½" d. The two-person settee has an eleven-spindle back between bamboo-turned posts and a three-step oak crest rail. Carved arms with bamboo-turned arm supports and single spindles set into the shield-shaped tulip poplar seat; standing on six bamboo-turned legs and box stretchers. Settee would originally have been painted, though now stripped with a clear coat. The handholds, tapered rather than rounded, are unusual and suggest that the arms may be replacements. Previous Next

Probably Eastern Massachusetts, 1730-1760. Walnut, white pine; 31” h. x 36” w. x 19 ¼” d. < Back Dressing Table (or "Lowboy") First Floor - Dining Room Furniture and Hard Furnishings Probably Eastern Massachusetts, 1730-1760. Walnut, white pine; 31” h. x 36” w. x 19 ¼” d. The well designed and constructed dressing table has an over-hanging top with molded edges on front and sides, and front corners, over a full-width drawer above three smaller, side-by-side drawers, the middle drawer being shallower, and original brasses. Front skirt is ornately scalloped and includes two turned pendant drops; side skirts also scalloped. Case stands on four cabriole legs ending in pad feet. Condition is good. Previous Next