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Registered National Historic Landmark Plaque

The Mather Homestead is Darien's only Registered National Historic Landmark

Stephen Mather, first Director of the National Park Service

Stephen Tyng Mather (1867-1930)
First Director of the National Park Service
Owner of the Homestead 1906-1930

VISIT THE HOMESTEAD

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The Mather Homestead is rich in history and open for public education and enjoyment.

 

We are open for tours Monday through Thursday 9 am to 2 pm, Fridays and Saturdays by appointment.

Email us at info@matherhomestead.org to inquire about and schedule a tour.

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UPCOMING EVENTS

BECOME A MEMBER

When you become a member of the Mather Homestead you support our mission and help to secure our future. 

Mission Statement:
 
The Mather Homestead Foundation is dedicated to the preservation of the Mather Homestead, built in 1778 and enjoyed by seven generations of Mather descendants, as a treasured place for public education and enjoyment.  The Foundation is committed to raising awareness of the Homestead’s unique history, dating back to the Revolutionary War, and Stephen Tyng Mather’s legacy as an important conservationist and the founder of our modern National Parks System.  

Membership Benefits include:  ​​Invitations to free member-only events, discounts on Mather Homestead events, free tours for you, family and friends, 10% off in our (new!) gift shop, membership to NARM (North American Reciprocal Museum Association), offering free entry to over 1,400 museums*. 

$150 Family Membership 

$100 Individual Membership

THANK YOU!

The Mather Homestead Foundation is thankful to the generosity of the Mather-McPherson family, Richard L. Chilton, Jr., the Darien Foundation, and our many other supporters.​​

The Darien Foundation supports the Mather Homestead
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