We are thrilled to offer a series of opportunities open and free of charge exclusively to neurodiverse students and their families. We strive to make our site and programs more accessible to all visitors. These free programs are designed for neurodivergent participants who may experience better success with non-traditional program formats.

Animals for All has been made possible by grant funding by the Dorr Foundation, New Canaan Community Foundation, and Generation Impact.

Animals for All: Caring for Exotic Critters

By Kristin Sinatra | December 8, 2022
March 25 @ 10:00 am10:45 am
Meets at Heckscher WILD!
Free

These programs are designed for neurodivergent participants who may experience better success with non-traditional program formats and a caregiver. Ages 7+ For participants who have enjoyed our Caring for Critters programs at Heckscher Farm, we are thrilled to announce a new addition – Caring for…

Animals for All: Caring for Exotic Critters

By Kristin Sinatra | March 10, 2023
April 5 @ 10:00 am10:45 am
Heckscher WILD!
Free

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 during Heckscher WILD!’s closed hours. Programs are approximately 45 minutes. These free programs are designed for…

Animals for All: Heckscher Farm Open Evenings

By Kristin Sinatra | March 10, 2023
April 6 @ 6:00 pm7:00 pm
Stamford Museum & Nature Center
Free

All Ages Welcome Our open evenings are designed for kids, adults and families for whom traditional program environments may pose challenges, but who would still enjoy an after-hours farm experience. Join us for an “open farm” evening and move throughout the Heckscher Farm at your…

Animals for All: Caring for Critters

By Kristin Sinatra | March 10, 2023
April 18 @ 3:30 pm4:15 pm
Heckscher WILD!
Free

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…

Animals for All: Caring for Critters

By Kristin Sinatra | March 10, 2023
May 2 @ 3:30 pm4:15 pm
Heckscher WILD!
Free

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…

Animals for All: Caring for Exotic Critters

By Kristin Sinatra | March 10, 2023
May 6 @ 10:00 am10:45 am
Heckscher WILD!
Free

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 during Heckscher WILD!’s closed hours. Programs are approximately 45 minutes. These free programs are designed for…

Animals for All: Caring for Critters

By Kristin Sinatra | March 10, 2023
May 10 @ 3:30 pm4:15 pm
Heckscher WILD!
Free

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…

Animals for All: Heckscher Farm Open Evenings

By Kristin Sinatra | March 10, 2023
May 23 @ 6:00 pm7:00 pm
Stamford Museum & Nature Center
Free

All Ages Welcome Our open evenings are designed for kids, adults and families for whom traditional program environments may pose challenges, but who would still enjoy an after-hours farm experience. Join us for an “open farm” evening and move throughout the Heckscher Farm at your…

Animals for All: Caring for Exotic Critters

By Kristin Sinatra | March 10, 2023
June 3 @ 10:00 am10:45 am
Heckscher WILD!
Free

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 during Heckscher WILD!’s closed hours. Programs are approximately 45 minutes. These free programs are designed for…

Animals for All: Caring for Critters

By Kristin Sinatra | March 10, 2023
June 7 @ 3:30 pm4:15 pm
Heckscher WILD!
Free

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…

Animals for All: Caring for Critters

By Kristin Sinatra | March 10, 2023
June 13 @ 3:30 pm4:15 pm
Heckscher WILD!
Free

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…

Animals for All: Heckscher Farm Open Evenings

By Kristin Sinatra | March 10, 2023
June 21 @ 6:00 pm7:00 pm
Stamford Museum & Nature Center
Free

All Ages Welcome Our open evenings are designed for kids, adults and families for whom traditional program environments may pose challenges, but who would still enjoy an after-hours farm experience. Join us for an “open farm” evening and move throughout the Heckscher Farm at your…