Address: New Canaan, CT 06840, USA
“Excellent, informative tour. I was surprised we were allowed to enter the glass house. There are longer tours so you can see some of the other buildings too. I do not recommend the 3 hr, no-tour entry, unless you are already very well-versed in the history of the grounds and of Phillip Johnson. Our guide Perrie was very knowledgeable and personable. Parking is $4/day in town-there is no free parking anywhere so don't bother trying. You may need to walk 4+blocks to get to the offices/retail shop for the Glass House so leave yourself time. Check in at the store, and when it's time, you board a larger, comfortable van and drive several miles away. The driver is a bit of a maniac. This was my least favorite part. You will not be able to enter the property by any other means as it is fenced and gated. While there is no hiking required, you should be healthy enough to stand for an hour, with some walking on stone-grit paths and grass, with slight inclines. There are no bathrooms on the grounds but you will be offered bathroom use at the store before you leave. This is NOT appropriate for children-in fact, must be over 10 years old. As a schoolteacher, I would not recommend this to any young person unless they have an interest in architecture or the modern and post-modern style, or if they are very curious by nature. Parents, also please keep in mind, that people travel from all over the country to take this tour-will they have the experience they planned for while your child is also on the tour? Cam your child remain solemn and distraction-free for the length of the tour? If not, Grace Farms is 7 miles away and may be a better place to visit. There is no touching allowed at all, and it is all talking and looking, with historical details of the era and of Philip Johnson's life and that of his contemporaries.”
Address: 299 West Ave #4002, Norwalk, CT 06850, USA
“The classes are fun and really interactive!”
Address: 199 Elm St, New Canaan, CT 06840, USA
“The Glass House is quite an astonishing example of modern architecture sited amongst a stunning landscape. The former home of Philip Johnson who bought the land in1947 and lived there until his death in 2005. It really is a well organized tour that originates from the Elm Street museum and shuttles you to the home. Enjoyed the tour immensely and loved the ride with the guide back to the museum store pointing out other examples of modern architecture in New Canaan. The tour tickets can be organized via the website. We went on the last tour of the day which has the most beautiful afternoon lighting.”
Address: 243 E Putnam Ave, Greenwich, CT 06830, USA
“Awesome place to learn about Greenwich’s history, as well as the Revolutionary War. Great for history and war buffs alike. Super cool vibe for everyone! Great place to visit.”
Address: 47 Strickland Rd, Cos Cob, CT 06807, USA
“This place is so beautiful. My boyfriend and I took the 1:30 tour of the Bush-Holley House with Docent Donna, she is amazing and very knowledgeable. I would recommend taking a tour. This property has so much history. We unfortunately came at a time that they were setting up a new exhibition so the gallery was unavailable but we will be back. 😊”
Address: 13 Oenoke Ridge, New Canaan, CT 06840, USA
“Documenting the town’s past, the New Canaan Historical Society (founded 1889) owns or operates eight museums and historic buildings, most of which are located at the society’s campus on Oenoke Ridge. Of all the society’s properties, only the Little Red School House and the Gores Pavilion (more below) are off campus. At the main location you can check out exhibitions expertly curated from the society’s massive collections, and get a taste of life in New Canaan in days gone by at the Rock Schoolhouse (1799), Cody Drug Store (1845), the Town House (1825), the Hanford-Silliman House (c. 1764), the Rogers Sculpture Studio (1878) and the Tool Museum and Printing Office. The main exhibit in summer 2019 was “Shoes”, with 200 pairs helping to map out the shoemaking industry in New Canaan, which flourished for more than a century.”
Address: 47 Strickland Rd, Cos Cob, CT 06807, USA
“A definite destination. The museum, grounds, and gift shop are spectacular! Not to mention their events. The staff is exceptional.”
Address: 4450 Park Ave, Bridgeport, CT 06604, USA
“This place is awesome! It’s a great place for kids and is one of my personal favorites.”
Address: 200 Barlow Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
“Gesu exhibit was spectacular.”
Address: 314 Unquowa Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
“Naturalist's Paradise. From birds to plants to wildflowers,the wonders never cease. America's first Bird Watching Preserve. Can never get enough of this site. In middle of downtown,one can see all the Wildlife one is willing to sit and wait for. Well worth a visit,6 acres of all your Field Guides come to life.”
Address: 1073 N Benson Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
Address: 30 Knollwood St, Monroe, CT 06468, USA
“i mocked the annabelle doll and im now possesed by satan himself -GreenyVEVO”
Address: 33-39 Pembroke Rd, New Fairfield, CT 06812, USA
“Excellent museum featuring a brand new documentary of Candlewood Lake and it's creation. Truly an engineering marvel of the last century. It also has a bunch of beautiful antiques and relics of the town. The two houses themselves are in excellent shape and they are set in a scenic woodland wonderland with a small waterfall. The history of the houses themselves is super interesting, and they were rescued from demolition by moving them down the street on the back of flatbed trucks!”
Address: 31 Pecks Ln, Newtown, CT 06470, USA
“Wonderful place to bring your kids for a birthday party or a rainy day. So many rooms will all kinds of activities, like a ramp room and a build a city room. They also have 2 bearded dragons and a python if your kids enjoy critters.”
Address: 182 Bayberry Ln, Westport, CT 06880, USA
“Great club with wonderful speakers and lots of opportunity to observe our night sky.”
Address: 44 Main St, Newtown, CT 06470, USA
“A fantastic historic society and museum, particularly for such a small town. Wonderful”
Address: 182 Bayberry Ln, Westport, CT 06880, USA
“The people are very friendly and highly enthusiastic about Astronomy and physics!”
Address: 120 White St, Danbury, CT 06810, USA
“My 2-year-old absolutely loved it! From turning on the train sets to exploring the old trains. The people there were really nice”
Address: 27-99 Glendinning Pl, Westport, CT 06880, USA
“Secret gem! not huge, but a nice family walk”
Address: 10 Woodside Lane Westport, CT, Tanglewood Ln, Westport, CT 06880, USA
“This quaint "earth mind" school/museum (not quite) is a great place to bring little ones to interact with small animals. Then go for a hike on there trails, a wonderful way to spend time teaching your little one about animals & nature! And the staff...teachers to front desk are so nice!”
Address: 104 Weston Rd, Weston, CT 06883, USA
“People who care for the culture, history and current health of Weston. I am amazed at their acumen, collective intelligence and desire to help bring consanguinity to the zeitgeist of Weston.”
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