Established in 1913 by siblings Alain and May White. The White Memorial Foundation is CT’s largest privately held Conservation area.
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Children’s Free Week in the Museum
September 28 - October 4, 2026 Courtesy of Joan and Jack Benham. Free admission to children ages twelve and under when accompanied by an adult.
Nature’s Nursery Series, Fall 2026
Thursday, October 1, November 5, December 3 Ages 3-6 years Nature’s Nursery Series 4:00pm Join us on the first Thursday of each month from October – December…
Fresh Start Hiking Club
October 6, November 3, December 1, 2026 Get a leg up on your day by heading to White Memorial! Join Gerri Griswold on the first Tuesday of each month for a…
ANTHROPOMORPHIC OR NATURAL MOUSE TAXIDERMY with GOTHAM TAXIDERMY
Saturday, October 3, 2026 In this class, we will learn about the fascinating anatomy of mammals and traditional mammal taxidermy. This class is designed for…
The Fungus Among Us with Dave Paton
Saturday, October 3, 2026 Spend a couple of hours in the forest with Dave learning do’s and don’ts, basic identification, and stories behind all of the fungus…
SUNSET MOTH PRESERVATION with GOTHAM TAXIDERMY
Sunday, October 4, 2026 In this beginners class, students will learn everything about basic butterfly/insect/ arachnid preparation. We will discuss harvesting…
LONGHORN BEETLE PRESERVATION with GOTHAM TAXIDERMY
Sunday, October 4, 2026 In this beginners class, students will learn everything about basic butterfly/insect/ arachnid preparation. We will discuss harvesting…
Fresh Start Hiking Club
October 6, November 3, December 1, 2026 Get a leg up on your day by heading to White Memorial! Join Gerri Griswold on the first Tuesday of each month for a…
After-School Adventures, Grades 1-3 – October 2026
Grades 1-3: Tuesdays in October After-School Adventures 4:15-5:30pm Bring your kids out to White Memorial for programs designed to awaken curiosity and foster…
After-School Adventures, Grades 4-6 – October 2026
Grades 4-6: Wednesdays in October After-School Adventures 4:15-5:30pm Bring your kids out to White Memorial for programs designed to awaken curiosity and…
Happy Hour Hiking Club with Gerri Griswold
October 8, November 12, December 10, 2026 Get your autumn on! Skip that Happy Hour cocktail and calorie-laden appetizer, and take a beautiful autumn walk with…
Tiny Trekking: On the Water Edition!
Friday, October 9, 2026 Join Kelly Orr to experience the Bantam River at a child’s pace! Bring your own boat and snacks! This will be a family friendly paddle,…
The Ron & Joan Jones Memorial Hikes: An Autumn Walk through Slab Meadow with Gerri Griswold
Saturday, October 10, 2026 Enjoy the peak of autumn as we wander the two loops of this lovely trail; one of the greatest secrets of the White Memorial…
Columbus Day / Indigenous Peoples Day
Monday, October 12, 2026 Offices Closed
Children’s Free Week in the Museum
October 12 - 18, 2026 In Memory of Tish Samponaro from Her Husband, Philip G. Samponaro. Free admission to children ages twelve and under when accompanied by…
After-School Adventures, Grades 1-3 – October 2026
Grades 1-3: Tuesdays in October After-School Adventures 4:15-5:30pm Bring your kids out to White Memorial for programs designed to awaken curiosity and foster…
After-School Adventures, Grades 4-6 – October 2026
Grades 4-6: Wednesdays in October After-School Adventures 4:15-5:30pm Bring your kids out to White Memorial for programs designed to awaken curiosity and…
Star Party!
Friday, August 21, 2026 Members of the Litchfield Hills Amateur Astronomy Club and the Mattatuck Astronomical Society organize this astronomy program.…
All About Owls, including an Owl Pellet Dissection (Grades 4-6)
Saturday, October 17 For Grades 4-6 All About Owls, Including an Owl Pellet Dissection! 10:00-11:30am WHOOO… wants to learn about owls? Guest presenter Hailey…
STAR PARTY! The Litchfield Hills Amateur Astronomy Club Celebrates 70 Years Under the Stars!
Saturday, October 17, 2026 Join us as our local astronomy club marks its 70th anniversary with an afternoon of history, discovery, and as evening descends,…
Beginner Family Camp Out at White Memorial
Saturday, October 17, 2026 New to the world of camping? Don’t let the “gear-fear” or tent poles keep you at home! Join us for a stress-free, guided overnight…
After-School Adventures, Grades 1-3 – October 2026
Grades 1-3: Tuesdays in October After-School Adventures 4:15-5:30pm Bring your kids out to White Memorial for programs designed to awaken curiosity and foster…
After-School Adventures, Grades 4-6 – October 2026
Grades 4-6: Wednesdays in October After-School Adventures 4:15-5:30pm Bring your kids out to White Memorial for programs designed to awaken curiosity and…
Ashes of Industry: 19th Century Charcoal Production in Northwestern Connecticut
Thursday, October 22, 2026 LUNCH INCLUDED! While hiking along the trails in Northwest Connecticut, hikers occasionally come across large raised circular mounds…