Animals for All: Heckscher Farm Open Evening

This free program is designed for neurodivergent participants who may experience better success with non-traditional program formats. Our Open Farm Evenings are designed for kids, adults and families who would benefit from the ability to explore and experience Heckscher Farm outside of traditional programming. These after-hours farm experiences offer participants freedom to move throughout the Farm at a pace and order of their own. Small, controlled attendance provides a relaxed, sensory-friendly atmosphere. Heckscher Farm and our restroom facilities are fully…

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June 18, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

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39 Scofieldtown Rd
Stamford, CT United States

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This free program is designed for neurodivergent participants who may experience better success with non-traditional program formats.
Our Open Farm Evenings are designed for kids, adults and families who would benefit from the ability to explore and experience Heckscher Farm outside of traditional programming.
These after-hours farm experiences offer participants freedom to move throughout the Farm at a pace and order of their own. Small, controlled attendance provides a relaxed, sensory-friendly atmosphere.
Heckscher Farm and our restroom facilities are fully accessible. Staff will be available for questions but will not provide a formal program.
Please register all participants 3 and up for this program. Limited to 30 tickets.
Service dogs are welcome, but we ask that emotional support animals remain at home.
SM&NC Animals for All programs remain free of charge thanks to the support of our generous grantors, the Abilis Community Foundation, Dorr Foundation, and New Canaan Community Foundation.
Wednesday, June 18
6 — 7 pm
All Ages Welcome
Members & Non-Members: FREE
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