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Hestercombe House & Gardens
 

Gertrude Jekyll and Her Influence with Suzanne Dworsky

April 7 @ 1:00 pm
 

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Find out our hours, directions, admission, and what’s happening at the museum.

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the Montshire

Discover exciting science exhibits and explore miles of nature trails. Don’t forget to check out the water exhibits at Science Park during the warmer months.

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Montshire
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Check out a variety of innovative programs, activities, and special events for children, families, adults, school groups and educators.

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What’s Happening at the Montshire

A Montshire educator reads a picture book aloud to an audience of children and adults in the Montshire classroom

Featured Upcoming Event on April 7 at 10:30 am

Science Story Time: Worms

What do worms do anyway? Join us as we read How to Say Hello to a Worm by Kari Percival and Worms are our Friends by Toni D'Alia and illustrated by Mimi Purnell. Then together with your little learner examine some worms up close to discover the life of a worm, and then make your own pet worm! Join us for Science Story Time, an interactive learning experience for young...

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Discover the Montshire

Inside each of us there is a scientist, driven by curiosity and the allure of the unknown. The promise of discovery leads to the Montshire Museum of Science, where every day is a day of discovery!

At the Montshire, enjoy a truly unique experience, with over 150 exciting hands-on science exhibits, both indoors and out, a 100-acre destination located along the Connecticut River, spectacular views, and amazing opportunities for discovery.