Animals for All: Caring for Critters
Stamford Museum & Nature Center 39 Scofieldtown Road, Stamford, CT, United StatesWe 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…
Fall Family Campout
Stamford Museum & Nature Center 39 Scofieldtown Road, Stamford, CT, United StatesOur 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…
Dairy Day at the Market!
Stamford Museum & Nature Center 39 Scofieldtown Road, Stamford, CT, United StatesCelebrate 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.
Nights Out: Farmer for the Evening
Stamford Museum & Nature Center 39 Scofieldtown Road, Stamford, CT, United StatesCome 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
Stamford Museum & Nature Center 39 Scofieldtown Road, Stamford, CT, United StatesWe 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…
Knobloch Family Farmhouse Lobster & Clam Bake
Knobloch Family Farmhouse 151 Scofieldtown Rd, Stamford, CT, United StatesCelebrate 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
Fall Family Fest Sundays
Stamford Museum & Nature Center 39 Scofieldtown Road, Stamford, CT, United StatesWe’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.…
Outdoor Sunset Yoga
Knobloch Family Farmhouse 151 Scofieldtown Rd, Stamford, CT, United StatesOverlook 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…
Fall Mini Home School Day: For the Birds!
Stamford Museum & Nature Center 39 Scofieldtown Road, Stamford, CT, United StatesWe're celebrating birds this fall, from the migrations on our grounds to the art in our galleries! Join us as our home school days return in mini form! Take a bird walk on our trails, dissect an owl pellet, learn about how different beaks help birds do their jobs, and tour our new exhibit, Birds…
Animals for All: Caring for Critters
Stamford Museum & Nature Center 39 Scofieldtown Road, Stamford, CT, United StatesWe 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…
Things with Wings Night Hike
Stamford Museum & Nature Center 39 Scofieldtown Road, Stamford, CT, United StatesIf you missed the first session in August, join us for our fall edition! We'll view the last of the daytime birds as they get ready for the evening, see what fall insect are out and about, and try our hand at calling for our local owls. Limited to 15 participants. Recommended for ages 5…
Farm It Yourself: Pumpkin Exploration & Carving
Stamford Museum & Nature Center 39 Scofieldtown Road, Stamford, CT, United StatesAges 5+ Join us for a fall favorite! Discover the different types of pumpkins and squash that grow in Connecticut and create one for your fall porch! Each family will receive a large CT grown pumpkin to carve into the design of their choice. We will provide the pumpkin, general carving tools, stencils, and markers…
