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A Bright Future
Today, the Stamford Museum & Nature Center is a vital cultural and educational resource for the entire community, inspiring creativity, fostering self-discovery, and nurturing an appreciation for lifelong learning. It does this through its many and varied exhibitions, educational programs, and special events, all of which enhance a visitor's experience at this unique site.
 The public can view our moon, solar system, and deep space objects; enjoy hiking on our miles of trails which wind through a mature forest of American beech, oak, black walnut, hickory, maple, and other native plant species; view the activity in our vernal ponds, home to various species of amphibians and reptiles; participate in our extensive educational program which offers year-round classes in art and nature, geared for all ages -- toddlers to seniors; and enjoy the fascinating exhibitions presented in the refurbished Bendel Mansion galleries.
Today, the Stamford Museum & Nature Center site includes:
- The main building (Bendel Mansion) with its 4000 square feet of exhibition space, a 50-seat planetarium, pre-school classrooms, and storage for the permanent collection
- The Heckscher Farm with its farmyard, barns, organic garden, and new Edith & Robert Graham Otter Pond
- The Overbrook Nature Center building, set to re-open in 2006 after extensive renovation, which will feature nature exhibits and teaching spaces
- A Studio Art Building with classrooms, workshops, and gallery space
- The Stamford Observatory, a state-of-the-art research and public facility
- Nature's Playground, a participatory outdoor space with activities crafted from natural materials
- A hardwood forest with an extensive trail system, including our new Wheels in the Woods universally accessible trail
We look forward to the growth and expanded programming that is certain to take place over many years to come at the Stamford Museum & Nature Center.
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