Although
this has been a very mild winter in Connecticut, when the month of March hit
the calendar, we were ready to get out of the house and start exploring nature
again and looking for signs of Spring. The Stamford Museum & Nature
Center located in Stamford, Connecticut provided the perfect opportunity with their combination of hiking
trails, friendly animals, and a sensational museum.
Welcome to the Stamford Museum & Nature Center
We visited
the Stamford Museum & Nature Center on Sunday, March 5, 2023, when the
weather was mild, bright, and sunny, making it the perfect opportunity to explore
all that they offer from their hiking trails to their farm exhibits, and their world-class
museum. We were not alone in our quest for a day of fun in the sun, as the
Stamford Museum & Nature Center always attracts visitors of all ages due to
its rich diversity of special events and programs.
Getting to know the animals
As
confirmed animal lovers, we began our visit by visiting their 10-acre Heckscher
Farm where we had the opportunity to make friends with many of their friendly farm
residents, such as goats, alpacas, and
llamas. We also enjoyed watching Derrick, a very sweet 10-year-old male Guinea
Hog, work with his caregiver and demonstrate how to bow, how to fetch a ball,
and even how to turn in a circle on her signal. Interesting to note about this
Heritage Breed, is that it is a small, black breed of swine that is unique to
the United States and was once the most numerous pig breed; today there are
fewer than 200.
Derrick the Guinea Hog
Video - Derrick the Guinea Hog performing for the guests - https://youtu.be/lcVJ1bw1BLA
Sicilian Miniature Donkey
Another
sweet animal that we encountered on our walk was their Sicilian Miniature
Donkey who was strolling around the grounds with his caregivers' delighting
visitors.
Heckscher WILD reptile
After our
animal encounters at the Heckscher Farm and Heckscher WILD where we saw
tortoises, reptiles, ferrets, and birds, we visited the Bendel Museum
where they always have wonderful art exhibitions. The museum was once
the home of Henri Willis Bendel (1868 - 1936), an American designer, philanthropist,
and owner of the eponymous luxurious Fifth Avenue store in New York City where
fashionable fashionistas once flocked. The architecture is stunning with its
slate roof, lead-framed glass windows, gargoyles, lions, and sculptures on the
manicured grounds.
 
During our
visit to the museum, there was a stunning exhibition by the artist Sophy
Regensburg (1885-1974) who started painting later in life at the age of 67
in 1950s New York when her physician advised her to start taking it easy. Over
the course of her life, she painted 500 works and painted every day. She also
did needlework, which she deftly captured in her paintings along with her
household items including beautiful soup tureens and decorative cake stands, which
she used to create her still lives. Her color palette is richly colorful and vibrant
and draws the eye to learn the "story" behind each of the works.
Artist - Sophy Regensburg
The next upcoming
exhibition at the Bendel Museum is Nancy Macko: The Fragile Bee, with an
opening reception on April 13, 2023. The exhibition closes on September 3,
2023. There is also another wonderful event on June 4, 2023, Orchestra Lumos
- In Times of Fear.
Time to relax after enjoying the animals, hiking and
the Bendel Musiem
There are many
special events and programs throughout the year at the Stamford Museum &
Nature Center including Maple Sugar season and cider pressing during the colder
months, so be sure to check out their events calendar on their website. Do
allow a minimum of 3-hours for a visit to the Stamford Museum & Nature
Center to fully appreciate all that it offers. There are food trucks onsite,
and visitors may also bring their own food to enjoy at one of the many picnic
tables, so that you can enjoy a full day of exploring nature.
Taking time to talk to the animals
Until next
time, keep enjoying travel with Luxury Experience. Happy Spring!
Stamford
Museum & Nature Center Hours: Open
every day except: Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day. There is
an early closing at 1:00 pm on Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve.
Mi casa es su casa
Stamford
Museum Galleries & Bendel Mansion: Monday
through Saturday from 9:00 am until 5:00 pm, Sunday from 11:00 am until 5:00
pm. Heckscher Farm & Nature's Playground: Daily from 9:00 am until
5:00 pm. Heckscher WILD!: Tuesday through Sunday from 12:00 pm until
4:00 pm. Overbrook Gift Shop: (Winter Hours): Saturday and Sunday only
from 10:00 am until 4:00 pm.
Alpacas are waiting for your visit
Admission: Adults: $14, Seniors: (65+): $12, Students (18+ with valid ID): $10,
Children: 4-17: $8, Children: 2 and Under: Free, Members: Free
For more information on the
Stamford Museum & Nature Center and their upcoming special events,
please visit their website: www.StamfordMuseum.org.
Stamford Museum & Nature
Center
Main Entrance: 39 Scofieldtown
Road
Farmhouse Entrance: 151
Scofieldtown Road
Stamford, Connecticut 06903
Telephone: +1-203-977-6521
Email:
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