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Opening Celebration: New Exhibitions
The Mattatuck Museum announces an opening celebration for several upcoming exhibitions on Sunday, September 8 from 11 AM to 4 PM, with opening remarks at 1 PM from Museum Director, Bob Burns, and Chief Curator, Keffie Feldman. The Museum is offering reduced admission of $5 Georgia O’Keeffe in Conversation on view […]
Animals for All: Caring for Critters
Tuesday, September 10 3:30 — 4:15 pm Ages 5+ This program provides an opportunity for hands-on work with our animals on Heckscher Farm for students with disabilities for whom our Junior Curator program environment may not be as successful. The small group size allows for a great experience at each participant’s pace and comfort level. […]
After School: Wild Woods Adventure (Tuesdays)
Tuesdays, September 10 – October 1 It’s a fall session of one of our most popular afterschool programs! Fall is coming to our forest, so we’ll look for amphibians that have finished their metamorphosis and search for signs of migrating and getting-ready-for-winter animals! We’ll visit the stream and build shelters in the woods. Participants must […]
Member Perk – Flanders Nature Center Registration
Join members of the Mattatuck Museum and Flanders Nature Center & Land Trust for wine, cheese, art viewing, and a curator’s presentation on artist Natalie Van Vleck and her artistic legacy on this beautiful property in Woodbury. Optional trail-walk of the grounds also available, weather permitting. To register or become a member, please contact Ryan […]
Teen Time
$10 Per Person Hang out with your friends, try a relaxing craft, get creative with graphic design, or chill on a beanbag! All teens aged 13-18 are welcome, with supplies and snacks provided. Register Here
Animals for All: Caring for Exotic Critters
Wednesday, Septmber 11 3:30 — 4:15 pm Ages 7+ A Heckscher WILD! based complement to our Caring for Critters program at Heckscher Farm. Work with our exotic animals, like tortoises and chinchillas, in small group-tailored settings in Heckscher WILD! Programs are approximately 45 minutes. Registration includes one participant and one accompanying adult. Please only register […]
After School: Wild Woods Adventure (Wednesdays)
Wednesdays, September 11 – October 2 It’s a fall session of one of our most popular afterschool programs! Fall is coming to our forest, so we’ll look for amphibians that have finished their metamorphosis and search for signs of migrating and getting-ready-for-winter animals! We’ll visit the stream and build shelters in the woods. Participants must […]
Van Trip: Hidden Gems of New Haven
Visit New Haven and experience some of the hidden gems that the city has to offer! Enjoy a guided tour of the New Haven Museum’s newly re-imagined Amistad Exhibit, visit the Ely Center of Contemporary Art, and share a delicious lunch (included). Register Here Pre-registration is encouraged due to limited spots.
Mattatuck Book Club: Women of Chateau Lafayette
Stop by the Mattatuck Museum and pick up your copy of The Women of Chateau Lafayette by Stephanie Dray. Read the book over the summer and join Post University Professor Christine Shugrue and Author Stephanie Dray on September 13th for a book discussion! Wine and light refreshments will be served. For more information, please contact […]