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Orton P. Camp Lecture: Fortune’s Story

FREE Museum and program admission in celebration of Orton’s Birthday. Mattatuck Museum Director, Bob Burns, will speak about the long and sometimes dehumanizing story of Fortune, a man who’s remains were on display in the Mattatuck Museum for many years; and the proactive steps the Museum took to give him a proper burial and narrative. This annual lecture is supported by Orton P. Camp. Register here

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September 16, 2023 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

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FREE Museum and program admission in celebration of Orton’s Birthday.
Mattatuck Museum Director, Bob Burns, will speak about the long and sometimes dehumanizing story of Fortune, a man who’s remains were on display in the Mattatuck Museum for many years; and the proactive steps the Museum took to give him a proper burial and narrative.
This annual lecture is supported by Orton P. Camp.
Register here

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American Mural Project Extends Its Family-Day Programming To Weekends throughout September

The American Mural Project (AMP) has extended its Family Day programming to weekends through September 29. Families can now participate in art activities any time during open hours. All art activities are included with admission. This month’s activities include Making Art with Fire: Fire Tiles and making Fire Prevention posters. Fourth and fifth graders can enter their posters in the statewide CT Fire Prevention Poster Recognition Program.  For more information: https://www.americanmuralproject.org/family-days

American Mural Project

Vacation Drop-Off Day: Ice & Snow

Vacation Drop-Off Day: Ice & Snow Monday, December 23 Ages 5 – 9 9:30 am – 12 pm Limited to 12 children Discover the science of ice and snow! Race to melt ice, make your own snow, and enjoy all kinds of winter fun around Heckscher Farm and beyond! Meets at Heckscher Barn. Must be of age by date of program. Please pack a peanut/tree nut free snack and water, and dress for outside/messy play. Members: $45/day/child Non-Members: $50/day/child REGISTER

Heckscher Barn

Dino Drop-in: Rock, Mineral, & Fossil Exploration

Drop in to explore rocks, minerals and fossils hands-on! No registration needed! Members: FREE Non-Members: FREE w/Admission Monday, December 23 1 – 2:30 pm

Stamford Museum & Nature Center

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