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Animals for All: Heckscher Farm Open Evenings
Animals for All: Heckscher Farm Open Evenings
We are thrilled to announce a new series of opportunities open only to families of students with disabilities. Join us for evening “open farms” or hands-on animal care programs. We strive to make our site and programs more accessible to all visitors. Animals for All has been made possible by funding from Abilis and the…
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September Drop-off Days
September Drop-off Days
For ages 5-9 No school? No problem! Join us for a half-day of fun with our Environmental Education Staff! We’ll explore the forest for the coming signs of fall, visit with our live animals, try our hands at science experiments, create some great art and more! Limited to 10 children ages 5-9. Members: $35/day | Non-members: $40/day Registration…
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September Drop-off Days
September Drop-off Days
For ages 5-9 No school? No problem! Join us for a half-day of fun with our Environmental Education Staff! We’ll explore the forest for the coming signs of fall, visit with our live animals, try our hands at science experiments, create some great art and more! Limited to 10 children ages 5-9. Members: $35/day | Non-members: $40/day Registration…
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September Drop-off Days
September Drop-off Days
For ages 5-9 No school? No problem! Join us for a half-day of fun with our Environmental Education Staff! We’ll explore the forest for the coming signs of fall, visit with our live animals, try our hands at science experiments, create some great art and more! Limited to 10 children ages 5-9. Members: $35/day | Non-members: $40/day Registration…
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Animals for All: Caring for Critters
Animals for All: Caring for Critters
We are thrilled to announce a new series of opportunities open only to families of students with disabilities. Join us for evening “open farms” or hands-on animal care programs. We strive to make our site and programs more accessible to all visitors. Animals for All has been made possible by funding from Abilis and the Dorr…
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Pellets & Prowl
Pellets & Prowl
Join us for our annual favorite! Dissect an owl pellet and discover the types of prey that owls eat. We’ll learn about the types of owls that call Connecticut home and then head out into the woods to call for our local owls. Recommended for ages 6 and up. Limited to 15 people. All participants require a…
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Animals for All: Heckscher Farm Open Evenings
Animals for All: Heckscher Farm Open Evenings
We are thrilled to announce a new series of opportunities open only to families of students with disabilities. Join us for evening “open farms” or hands-on animal care programs. We strive to make our site and programs more accessible to all visitors. Animals for All has been made possible by funding from Abilis and the…
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Exotic Animal Care Conference
Exotic Animal Care Conference
The Stamford Museum & Nature Center is pleased to invite fellow animal care providers and environmental educators to join us for our second annual Exotic Animal Care Conference. Our conference will host presentations from animal care experts from South Wilton Veterinary Group, Ripley Waterfowl Conservancy, Riverside Reptiles, the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection,…
Animals for All: Caring for Critters
Animals for All: Caring for Critters
We are thrilled to announce a new series of opportunities open only to families of students with disabilities. Join us for evening “open farms” or hands-on animal care programs. We strive to make our site and programs more accessible to all visitors. Animals for All has been made possible by funding from Abilis and the Dorr…
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Stream Hunters
Stream Hunters
From mayflies to salamanders, there is a great world beneath the rocks and leaves of the stream! Join SM&NC staff for a chance to explore Poorhouse Brook for the amphibians, macroinvertebrates, and fish that call it home. We’ll walk through our stream classroom to see what we can find. Please be prepared to walk in the stream;…
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Outdoor Sunset Yoga
Outdoor Sunset Yoga
Overlook Terrace, Knobloch Family Farmhouse Back by popular demand, enjoy outdoor sunset yoga with a view of Heckscher Farm, led by Carol Shwidock, Certified Kripalu Yoga instructor, Occupational Therapist, Reiki Master, and owner of Harmony Yoga Studio. Classes will be held outside the Knobloch Family Farmhouse on our beautiful Overlook Terrace. Space is limited for…
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Animals for All: Heckscher Farm Open Evenings
Animals for All: Heckscher Farm Open Evenings
We are thrilled to announce a new series of opportunities open only to families of students with disabilities. Join us for evening “open farms” or hands-on animal care programs. We strive to make our site and programs more accessible to all visitors. Animals for All has been made possible by funding from Abilis and the…
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First Fall Bird Hike
First Fall Bird Hike
From migrating raptors to fall warblers, the fall can be a great time to search for birds. We’ll tour around the museum building, Bendel Pond, and our trails to see what we can find. Join Visitors Services Manager and birder Brian O’Toole to learn about what is happening during fall migration and about the birds that will…
Animals for All: Caring for Critters
Animals for All: Caring for Critters
We are thrilled to announce a new series of opportunities open only to families of students with disabilities. Join us for evening “open farms” or hands-on animal care programs. We strive to make our site and programs more accessible to all visitors. Animals for All has been made possible by funding from Abilis and the Dorr…
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Fall Family Campout
Our fall family campout returns! Join us for a night under the stars at the SM&NC. Arrive anytime between 5 and 6 to choose your campsite on the meadow or by the Pollinator Garden. Each site will have its own picnic table available for a bring-your-own dinner. We’ll have a variety of staff-led outdoor activities, such as…
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Fall Family Fest Sundays
Fall Family Fest Sundays
We’re celebrating the season by bundling all the fun and games of a mini-festival into a single admission price, three Sundays this Fall! Each Sunday we’ll open our site at 10 am with added attractions, enhanced programming, and fun offerings to delight the whole family until 2 pm. Standard admission rates apply after 2 pm.…
Dairy Day at the Market!
Dairy Day at the Market!
Celebrate National Chocolate Milk Day with dairy specials! SM&NC 85th anniversary prices for members: $0.85 local yogurt, $5.85 Arethusa ice cream pints; Free Arethusa chocolate milk samples from 10-12; Make your own butter from 1-2; Meet a goat from 10:30- 11:30.
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Outdoor Sunset Yoga
Outdoor Sunset Yoga
Overlook Terrace, Knobloch Family Farmhouse Back by popular demand, enjoy outdoor sunset yoga with a view of Heckscher Farm, led by Carol Shwidock, Certified Kripalu Yoga instructor, Occupational Therapist, Reiki Master, and owner of Harmony Yoga Studio. Classes will be held outside the Knobloch Family Farmhouse on our beautiful Overlook Terrace. Space is limited for…
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Nights Out: Farmer for the Evening
Nights Out: Farmer for the Evening
Come join our farmers and lend a helping hand on Heckscher Farm. You can help the farmers feed, groom, and walk our animals including goats, sheep, cows, llamas and alpacas, donkeys, and more. Rain or shine, so dress accordingly. Refreshments, including hard cider, will be served after your chores are done! Adults only. Members: $20 Non-Members: $30 Registration opens 9/27 to…
Animals for All: Heckscher Farm Open Evenings
Animals for All: Heckscher Farm Open Evenings
We are thrilled to announce a new series of opportunities open only to families of students with disabilities. Join us for evening “open farms” or hands-on animal care programs. We strive to make our site and programs more accessible to all visitors. Animals for All has been made possible by funding from Abilis and the…
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Knobloch Family Farmhouse Lobster & Clam Bake
Knobloch Family Farmhouse Lobster & Clam Bake
Celebrate the end of summer at our second annual Knobloch Family Farmhouse Lobster & Clam Bake! Enjoy a delightful feast with friends and family on the Farmhouse Plaza. This special evening supports the bedrock educational programming and operations of the SM&NC. Please see the webpage for the menu options and more details. Purchase tickets
