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After Hours Holiday Sip & Shop

After Hours Holiday Sip & Shop

Fri, Dec 4, 2026 • 5:00 PM—8:00 PM · White Memorial Conservation Center · Litchfield, CT

Friday, December 4, 2026 Enjoy our beautifully decorated Nature Museum while listening to festive music, sipping mulled cider, and indulging in holiday treats!…

Columbus Day / Indigenous Peoples Day

Columbus Day / Indigenous Peoples Day

Mon, Oct 12, 2026 • 7:00 AM · White Memorial Conservation Center · Litchfield, CT

Monday, October 13, 2025 Offices Closed

Tiny Trekking: On the Water Edition!

Tiny Trekking: On the Water Edition!

Fri, Oct 9, 2026 • 10:00 AM—11:00 AM · White Memorial Conservation Center · Litchfield, CT

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…

Nature’s Nursery Series, Summer 2026

Nature’s Nursery Series, Summer 2026

Thu, Jul 9, 2026 • 4:00 PM—5:00 PM · White Memorial Conservation Center · Litchfield, CT

Thursdays, July 9th, August 13th, September 10th Nature’s Nursery, Summer 2026 4:00pm Ages 3-6 years Join us on the second Thursday of the month from…

Star Party! Space Rocks! Is the Sky Falling?

Star Party! Space Rocks! Is the Sky Falling?

Fri, Oct 16, 2026 • 7:00 PM—9:00 PM · White Memorial Conservation Center · Litchfield, CT

Friday, June 19, 2026 In 1807 a large meteorite fell in Weston, CT, interesting, among others, former U.S. President Thomas Jefferson.  In this talk we’ll…

STAR PARTY! The Litchfield Hills Amateur Astronomy Club Celebrates 70 Years Under the Stars!

STAR PARTY! The Litchfield Hills Amateur Astronomy Club Celebrates 70 Years Under the Stars!

Sat, Oct 17, 2026 • 4:00 PM—9:00 PM · White Memorial Conservation Center · Litchfield, CT

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,…

The Pandemic Pantry: Rhubarb Ruckus!

The Pandemic Pantry: Rhubarb Ruckus!

Sat, Nov 21, 2026 • 12:00 PM—1:30 PM · White Memorial Conservation Center · Online

Saturday, November 21, 2026 The Pandemic Pantry returns paying homage to the host’s favorite forgotten treat! Live from Hillside Farm in Winsted, this Pantry…

Emperor of the Night: Owls with Colleen Harrak

Emperor of the Night: Owls with Colleen Harrak

Sat, Nov 14, 2026 • 10:00 AM—11:30 AM · White Memorial Conservation Center · Litchfield, CT

Saturday, November 14, 2026 Experience why owls rule the night in this engaging program featuring our live barred owls and a digital presentation. See why no…

Globe-trotting with Gerri Griswold

Globe-trotting with Gerri Griswold

Sat, Dec 12, 2026 • 2:00 PM—3:30 PM · White Memorial Conservation Center · Litchfield, CT

Saturday, December 12, 2026 Globe-trotting Gerri Griswold revisits some of her most beloved photographs from journeys through Europe, Asia, and South America.…

A Boxing Day Visit to Catlin Woods with Gerri Griswold

A Boxing Day Visit to Catlin Woods with Gerri Griswold

Sat, Dec 26, 2026 • 7:30 AM—9:00 AM · White Memorial Conservation Center · Litchfield, CT

Saturday, December 26, 2026 Boxing Day isn’t just a day for Santa to catch his breath! Boxing Day began centuries ago when lords of the manor and aristocrats…

Beginner Family Camp Out at White Memorial

Beginner Family Camp Out at White Memorial

Sat, Oct 17, 2026 · White Memorial Conservation Center · Litchfield, CT

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…

Shade Swamp Sanctuary Hike with CT DEEP Habitat Biologist Peter Picone and Gerri Griswold

Shade Swamp Sanctuary Hike with CT DEEP Habitat Biologist Peter Picone and Gerri Griswold

Sat, Oct 31, 2026 • 10:00 AM—12:00 PM · White Memorial Conservation Center · Litchfield, CT

Saturday, October 31, 2026 Join Peter Picone and Gerri Griswold for an unusual hike around one of the most intriguing gifts of land once owned by Alain and May…

Ashes of Industry: 19th Century Charcoal Production in Northwestern Connecticut

Ashes of Industry: 19th Century Charcoal Production in Northwestern Connecticut

Thu, Oct 22, 2026 • 1:00 PM—3:00 PM · White Memorial Conservation Center · Litchfield, CT

Thursday, October 22, 2026 Local naturalists and historians Peter and Barbara Rzasa share the fascinating history of charcoal production in northwestern…

Artistry in Nature Teen Trek: Following in the Footsteps of Violetta White Delafield with Colleen Harrak

Artistry in Nature Teen Trek: Following in the Footsteps of Violetta White Delafield with Colleen Harrak

Sat, Nov 7, 2026 • 10:00 AM—12:00 PM · White Memorial Conservation Center · Litchfield, CT

Saturday, November 7, 2026 For grades 6 – 12 Follow in the footsteps of noted mycologist Violetta White Delafield (sister of Alain & May) and become a…