Mather Homestead

10/13/2026

Historic treasures. Extraordinary generosity. A past worth protecting. 🇺🇸

We feel so fortunate to have received a $161,600 grant from The Darien Foundation, helping us install a new climate control system to conserve the 1778 house and restore precious items in our collections - keeping our stories alive for generations to come.
 
Darien Foundation’s generosity reaches far beyond the Homestead, strengthening the community we’re so proud to call home. 💚💙
 
Thank you, The Darien Foundation , for believing in our mission, investing in our community, and helping us bring history to life!
 

10/12/2026

This week’s 📍

A scenic route with a familiar name! Henry Keena finds Mather Memorial Parkway Mount Rainier National Park in Washington. 🏔️

Thank you, Henry, for taking us along!

Spot Stephen Mather’s name on your travels? Send your photos to mailto:[email protected]!

10/06/2026

🪡 Join us for a night of needlepoint at The Mather Homestead!

Whether you’re a seasoned stitcher or picking up a needle for the first time, come spend a cozy fall evening with us, led by our resident needlepoint expert, Lauren Keena.

📅 Thursday, October 8
⏰ 7:00 PM

No experience necessary — just bring your friends!
🍷 W**e & cheese provided.

Come stitch, sip & socialize! 🧵✨

10/02/2026

This week’s 📍

Eric Bright spots Stephen Independence NHP in Philadelphia! 🇺🇸

From the birthplace of American independence to the father of our National Parks — a fitting stop as we commemorate America’s 250th.

Thanks for finding him, Eric!

📸 Spot a Stephen Mather plaque on your travels? Send it our way: [email protected]

09/29/2026

What a night at The Mather Homestead! 🎬✨

Thank you, Scott Pelley, for helping us premiere The Mather Legacy: An American Story — and for generously lending your time, voice, and expertise to this special project.

Beautiful weather, w**e, cocktails, FINE & DANDY, and a full house made for an unforgettable evening. Thank you to everyone who joined us!

Following the film, Scott moderated a panel discussion featuring director Tim Smith, Board Chairman Sarah Nickerson, and Eastern Connecticut State University History Department professor Thomas Balcerski.

Missed the premiere? 🎥 Mark your calendar for our next screening at Darien Library on November 16.

This is only the beginning for The Mather Legacy: An American Story. 🇺🇸 Click the link in our bio to learn more!

09/25/2026

09/21/2026

This week’s ! 📍🏞️

Erin Valenzuela spots Stephen at Great Basin National Park in Nevada!

And her timing couldn’t have been better:

“We were so lucky to get to see it. They opened the road to the overlook while we were at the visitor center!”

Another Mather plaque found—and another spot on the map. 🗺️

Have you spotted Stephen on your travels? Snap a photo with the plaque and send it to [email protected].

Don’t forget to tag The Mather Homestead!

09/18/2026

What a beautiful week for plein air! 🎨☀️

Thank you to Lisa Thoren for hosting a class, and to all of the artists who turned out to paint with us and appreciate this beautiful place. 🌳🖌️

It is wonderful to see The Mather Homestead through an artist’s eyes!

09/15/2026

Plein air week is on at The Mather Homestead!

And Lisa Thoren teaches a painting class TODAY! ☀️
4:00PM 🎨

Grab your easel and come enjoy this beautiful weather with us!

09/14/2026

It’s fall at The Mather Homestead!! 🍁🍂🍎

Tickets to our Fall Harvest Festival are NOW ON SALE!

Saturday, October 24.
11:00AM to 2:00PM.

Pony rides, hay rides, live music, face painting, crafts, treats, and more! Fun for the whole family.

Click the link in our bio to buy your tickets today!