Visit Osborne Homestead Museum in Derby on CT Open House Day Saturday

Osborne Homestead Museum 

DERBY - Adjacent to the rolling hills and open meadows of Osbornedale State Park, Osborne Homestead Museum at 500 Hawthorne Ave. encompasses the house and grounds of the former Frances Osborne Kellogg Estate. 

Originally constructed in the mid-1800s, the house was enlarged and completely remodeled in the Colonial Revival style during the 1920s. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, its restored interior now displays the original contents of the estate, which constitutes a significant collection of antiques and fine arts. 

The Museum’s grounds are landscaped with formal flower gardens, ornamental shrubs, and flowering trees, providing visitors with an endless pageant of color from spring through autumn. 

The Osborne Homestead Museum is a member of the esteemed Connecticut Historic Gardens, a group of 15 distinctive historic houses dedicated to bringing awareness to the state's unique history and garden designs.  

The museum is also one of the 14 sites along the prestigious Connecticut Women's Heritage Trail, a collection of museums and institutions that highlight the role of women in the state's history. 

The 21st annual Connecticut Open House Day - a statewide celebration of art, history, and tourism - will run from 10 a.m .-4 p.m. Saturday.

While visiting, go on an architecture quest at the Osborne Homestead Museum! Get the quest booklet from the museum or download the digital quest app and start the journey.

The quest will test your knowledge of architectural features of the museum. After passing each level, winners will get a prize at the end.
This is a free event. Registration is not required. 

For more information, call (203)734-2513, email DEEP.Kellogg@ct.gov, or visit the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) Calendar of Events at https://www.ct.gov/deep/calend.... 

The Osborne Homestead Museum, a facility of the DEEP’s State Parks & Public Outreach Division, is open for free docent-led and self-guided tours on Thursdays and Fridays from 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturdays from 10 a.m.-4 p.m., and Sundays from noon-4 p.m. 

For information or directions email DEEP.Kellogg@ct.gov or call 203-734-2513.


This is shared from CT DEEP.

Tour gardens Saturday at Osborne Homestead Museum in Derby

Historic gardens at Osborne Homestead Museum./ Contributed photo

Event Listing:	Connecticut’s Historic Gardens Day
Description:	Come stroll through the lovely Colonial Revival gardens at the Osborne Homestead Museum.  Make a scented sachet at the potpourri station; all materials provided at no cost.
Date:	6/23/2019
Time:	Noon – 4 p.m.
Location:	Kellogg Environmental Center
	500 Hawthorne Ave.
	Derby
Accessibility:	Handicapped parking available. Center is wheelchair accessible...Museum is not.  For additional needs contact Susan Robinson at (203) 734-2513
Directions:	https://www.ct.gov/deep/directions
Fee:	Free
Contact:	Donna at (203) 734-2513
Contact Email:	donna.kingston@ct.gov
Details:	Guided tours are available for both the gardens and the house museum, where visitors can learn about the amazing life of Frances Osborne Kellogg and her love of flowers and land conservation.
More Info on web:	https://www.cthistoricgardens.org/

This is a press release from the Kellogg Environmental Center.

Osborne Homestead Museum in Derby slates events for 36th season

Osborne Homestead Museum. /ct.gov photo  

DERBY - The Osborne Homestead Museum will reopen May 4 for its 36th season.
Guided tours will introduce visitors to the remarkable life of Frances Osborne Kellogg and to her wonderful collection of antiques and fine art in this charming Colonial Revival house.

As the spring season unfolds enjoy the flowering trees, aromatic shrubs, and splendid flowers of the Kellogg Estate.
Frances Osborne Kellogg had a tradition of supporting the arts and promoting conservation. This tradition continues with special events in June:

June 8 - Connecticut Open House Day 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Connecticut Office of Tourism is sponsoring the 15th annual Connecticut Open House Day, a statewide event designed to showcase Connecticut’s history, art, and culture.
The Osborne Homestead Museum is joining their effort by providing a special architecture tour of its Colonial Revival home. 

June 23 - Connecticut’s Historic Gardens Day noon-4 p.m.
Connecticut’s Historic Gardens Day is a special state-wide celebration of Connecticut’s stunning historic gardens. 

The Osborne Homestead Museum is one of 15 members of the prestigious Connecticut’s Historic Gardens whose different garden styles are honored on this day.
Visitors can go on guided tours of the museum and its gardens and make their own scented sachets at the crafts table.

Upcoming events include photography exhibitions featuring women in science, Kellogg Estate weddings, and cultural artifacts of Derby. 

For more information on upcoming events, please visit the Osborne Homestead Museum & Kellogg Environmental Center's calendar of events at https://www.ct.gov/deep/calendar. 

The Osborne Homestead Museum will be open for guided tours on Thursdays and Fridays, from 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Saturdays, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and Sundays, from noon to 4 p.m. through October.
There is no admission fee, but donations are gratefully accepted.

For group tours or more information contact Susan Robinson at the Kellogg Environmental Center, 203-734-2513.

The Osborne Homestead Museum and the Kellogg Environmental Center are facilities of the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection. They are located at 500 Hawthorne Ave. 

This is a press release from the Kellogg Environmental Center.

Historic garden organization seeks entries for poster art contest

Osborne Homestead Museum in Derby to participate in Historic Gardens Day

Connecticut’s Department of Energy and Environmental Protection is participating in Connecticut’s Historic Gardens Day at the Osborne Homestead Museum, Derby and at Harkness Memorial State Park, Waterford, from noon-4 p.m. June 25, free of charge. 

Connecticut Historic Gardens Day, now in its 14th year, is designed to increase the awareness of the state’s unique historic sites and gardens and offers visitors an opportunity to explore a variety of historic garden styles.  

The gardens at the Osborne Homestead Museum and at Harkness Memorial State Park are two of 15 members of the prestigious Connecticut’s Historic Gardens.

Osborne Homestead Museum 

Guests are welcome to visit the lovely Colonial Revival gardens and learn about the medicinal uses of the flowering plants.  
After strolling through the gardens, tour the historic house museum, view the photo exhibition of Frances Osborne Kellogg’s favorite roses from the 1893 New York City flower show, and learn about her love of flowers and land conservation.   

A decoupage workshop will be offered at the museum and guests can make artwork from pictures of the Kellogg Estate’s gorgeous flowers.  
All materials will be supplied, and there will be no fee. Complimentary museum and garden tours will be offered every half hour beginning at noon. 

The Osborne Homestead Museum is open for free guided tours on Thursdays and Fridays from 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Saturdays from 10 a.m.-4 p.m., and Sundays from 

noon-4 p.m.   
It is located at 500 Hawthorne Ave., Derby.  
For additional information call 203-734-2513 or email donna.kingston@ct.gov. 

Harkness Memorial State Park

Tours of the gardens designed by America’s first female landscape architect, Beatrix Farrand, and the history of the  Harkness Estate, EOLIA, will be presented free of charge from noon-4 p.m. by Park Staff and Friends of Harkness volunteers. 
Tours of the Harkness mansion will be available from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. for a suggested donation. Visitors may also want to stop at the Gift Shop and at the Carriage House – open from 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.  
Bring a picnic and after your tours enjoy the spectacular views of Long Island Sound from the Great Lawn.

The gates at Harkness Memorial State Park are open year round from 8 a.m.-sunset.  
Mansion tours are available for a fee on Saturday, Sunday, and holidays from Memorial Day through Labor Day.  
The park is located at 275 Great Neck Road, Waterford. 
For more information call 860-443-5725.

For more information, go to www.cthistoricgardens.org where you will find additional selected events offered at each of the 15 CT Historic Gardens and links to member pages.


This is a press release from the DEEP.

CT Gardens Day Sunday to feature Osborne Homestead Museum in Derby

Harkness Memorial State Park also part of event 

Connecticut’s Department of Energy and Environmental Protection is participating in Connecticut’s Historic Gardens Day at Osborne Homestead Museum, Derby, and at Harkness Memorial State Park, Waterford, from noon-4 p.m. Sunday.

The event is free of charge.

Connecticut Historic Gardens Day, now in its 13^th year, is designed to increase the awareness of the state’s unique historic sites and gardens and offers visitors an opportunity to explore a variety of historic garden styles.  
The gardens at the Osborne Homestead Museum and at Harkness Memorial State Park are two of 15 members of the prestigious Connecticut’s Historic Gardens.

The Osborne Homestead Museum, Derby 

Guests are welcome to visit the lovely Colonial Revival gardens and learn about flower and tree legends.  
After strolling through the gardens, tour the historic house museum, view the photo exhibition of Frances Osborne Kellogg’s favorite roses, and learn about her passion for gardening and land conservation. 
Complimentary guided tours of the museum and its gardens take place every half hour beginning at noon.  

The Osborne Homestead Museum is open for free guided tours on Thursdays and Fridays

from 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Saturdays from 10 a.m.- 4 p.m., and Sundays from noon- 4 p.m.

It is located at 500 Hawthorne Ave. off of Rte. 34 in Derby.  For additional information call (203) 734-2513 or email donna.kingston@ct.gov. 

Harkness Memorial State Park, Waterford

Tours of the gardens designed by America’s first female landscape architect, Beatrix Farrand, and the history of the  Harkness Estate, EOLIA, will be presented free of charge from noon-4 p.m. by Park Staff and Friends of Harkness volunteers. 
Tours of the Harkness mansion will be available from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. for a suggested donation. 
Visitors may also want to stop at the Gift Shop and at the Carriage House – open from 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.  
Bring a picnic and after your tours enjoy the spectacular views of Long Island Sound from the Great Lawn.

The gates at Harkness Memorial State Park are open year round from 8 a.m.-sunset.  
Mansion tours are available for a fee on Saturday, Sunday, and holidays from Memorial Day through Labor Day.  
The park is located at 275 Great Neck Road, Waterford. For more information call 860-443-5725.

For more information, go to www.cthistoricgardens.org where you will find additional selected events offered at each of the 15 CT Historic Gardens and links to member pages.


This is a press release from DEEP. 

Osborne Homestead Museum in Derby to reopen May 7 for season

Osborne Homestead Museum in Derby (Photo from www.ct.gov) 

DERBY - The state Department of Energy and Environmental Protection announced today the Osborne Homestead Museum will reopen May 7 for its 33rd season.
The homestead is at 500 Hawthorne Ave.

Guided tours will introduce visitors to the extraordinary life of Frances Osborne Kellogg and to her wonderful collection of antiques and fine art in this charming Colonial Revival house.  

As the spring season unfolds enjoy the flowering trees, fragrant shrubs, and gorgeous flowers of the Kellogg Estate.

Frances Osborne Kellogg had a tradition of supporting the arts and promoting conservation.  
This tradition continues with special events in June:

June 11 - Connecticut Open House Day 10 a.m.- 4 p.m.

Connecticut Office of Tourism is sponsoring the 12^th annual Connecticut Open House Day, a statewide event designed to showcase Connecticut’s diverse world of history, art, and tourism. 
Osborne Homestead Museum is joining their effort by providing tours and a decoupage workshop at 1 p.m. at the Kellogg Environmental Center. 

June 26 - Connecticut’s Historic Gardens Day noon-4 p.m.

Connecticut’s Historic Gardens Day is a special state-wide celebration of Connecticut’s stunning historic gardens.  

Osborne Homestead Museum is a member of the Connecticut’s Historic Gardens and is one of 15 historic house museums whose different garden styles are honored on this day.

Upcoming events this summer include a tea crafting workshop for children, a Victorian tea etiquette workshop for adults, and a presentation about Derby’s Downton Abbey for the whole family.  

For more information on upcoming events, visit the Osborne Homestead Museum and Kellogg Environmental Center's calendar of events at: http://www.ct.gov/deep/calendar

The Osborne Homestead Museum will be open for guided tours Thursdays and Fridays, from 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Saturdays, from 10 a.m.- 4 p.m., and Sundays, from noon-4 p.m. through October.  
There is no admission fee, but donations are gratefully accepted.  

For group tours or more information contact the Kellogg Environmental Center, 203-734-2513.

The Osborne Homestead Museum and the Kellogg Environmental Center are facilities of the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection.

This is a press release from DEEP.

Connecticut Historic Gardens group seeks artwork for poster contest

Osborne Homestead grounds in Derby included on list

From the group's website: "Connecticut’s Historic Gardens was started in 2002 by a small group of historic sites with gardens that pooled resources to participate in the annual Connecticut Flower and Garden Show held in Hartford, Ct."

In Derby, the Colonial Revival gardens at the Osborne Homestead Museum, 500 Hawthorne Ave., are listed among the state's historic gardens.

For information about the contest, click here. 
Deadline for submissions is Jan. 22.

Connecticut group's poster art contest starts today

Connecticut’s Historic Gardens group celebrates its annual statewide Historic Gardens Day each June.

Artists are invited to submit artwork to be considered for a poster that will advertise the thirteenth annual event in June 2016.

The Osborne Homestead Museum at 500 Hawthorne Ave., Derby, is one of the 14 historic gardens in the group.

The contest connects artists with the beauty of Connecticut’s historic homes and their gardens. Feel free to explore the gardens in this group for inspiration.

Deadline for submissions for the 2016 Connecticut’s Historic Gardens Day Poster Artwork is Jan. 22, 2016.

The winning artwork will be selected by a jury of the Connecticut’s Historic Gardens Group and will be announced on Feb. 1, 2015. The winning poster will be displayed in the Connecticut Historic Gardens booth at the Connecticut Flower Show in Hartford that runs Feb. 18-21, 2016.

Eligibility: The contest is open to all Connecticut artists who work in oil, acrylic, or watercolor. Artists can submit up to three works of art. Please, no work should be previously published on the Internet or other social media.

Rights: The winner will be awarded a prize of $250. The artist retains the right of ownership of the work of art, but allows Connecticut’s Historic Gardens Group the right to reproduce and distribute the image on a limited edition poster and other advertising materials to third parties. 

The artist also agrees to sign copies of the poster that will be raffled at each site and at the Connecticut Flower Show in February 2016.

Contest Rules and Application: Please stay tuned to the website for an application form pdf.

For more information, contact Lea Anne Moran at moranla@comcast.net.



This is shared from an online community calendar sponsored by The Community Foundation for Greater New Haven and The New Haven Independent.