Jay Fielden, former editor of Esquire, will moderate Woven – A Panel on Community, Fashion and Sustainability, at Grace Farms. Featuring a group of innovative industry leaders reshaping the world of fashion by weaving values, vision, and a commitment to a better tomorrow into their companies and products, this program is a part of a series that will explore materials, like textiles, and others highlighted in the Design for Freedom movement.

Marcus G. Miller, acclaimed saxophonist and mathematician, will lead a program on how to explore the world, ourselves, and our community through beauty and logic. A long-time collaborator of Grace Farms, Marcus Miller performed at Our Sustainable Future our 2019 annual benefit and with the Arts Initiative’s Artists Warm-Up during construction.

In a conversation facilitated by Grace Farms Foundation's Faith Initiative Director Dr. Matthew Croasmun, Joan Edwards, Director of Equity and Professional Collaboration at the Connecticut Association of Independent Schools (CAIS), Mark Davis, Head of School at St. Luke’s School, Dr. Francisco Lopez, Director of Counseling at Choate Rosemary Hall, and Sharon Lauer, Head of School at The Unquowa School, will discuss the importance of building ethical and religious inquiry into secondary educational systems.

Join wellness expert Pilin Anice returns for a movement and meditation course for pre-teen and teen girls, ages 8 to 13. In this empowering interactive workshop, girls practice mindfulness and self-expression to discover the power of their voices and bodies.

During this gardening series, presented by Grace Farms and led by Master Gardener Lauren Elliott, participants will learn how to cultivate their own gardens and come away with a sense of stewardship for our environment and an understanding of how we can all contribute to the well-being of our communities. In this class, you will begin designing your organic home garden and learn how to start seeds indoors under grow lights.

In celebration of International Women’s Day, this inspiring lunch program, open to business leaders looking to grow an inclusive workspace, incorporates a Gen Z perspective alongside that of corporate partners known for making change in the workforce. The program will explore questions like: “How do we level the playing field for women?” and “How do we make space for marginalized voices and create inclusive work spaces?” Presented by Grace Farms Foundation in partnership with Sheri West, Founder and CEO of…

Join Jamie Renwick and Sophie Koven of Tide Risers in Fairfield County for tea and facilitated conversation. These leadership experts will guide women considering their professional and personal journeys through a series of tools and exercises designed to create progress.

Through our gardening series, led by Master Gardener Lauren Elliott, participants will learn how to cultivate their own gardens and come away with a sense of stewardship for our environment and an understanding of how we can all contribute to the well-being of our communities. As the air warms, discover techniques for spring soil preparation and transplanting seedlings into pots in preparation for the spring garden season. Grace Farms Members enjoy a 20% discount on programs and events. Learn more…

Join us for a discussion about innovation, leadership, and new perspectives, led by trailblazers in diverse industries. Indra Nooyi, former chairperson and CEO of PepsiCo and author of My Life in Full: Work, Family, and Our Future, Brooke Baldwin, former CNN anchor and author of Huddle: How Women Unlock Their Collective Power, and Elizabeth Davis, Principal at the Female Innovators Lab by Barclays and Anthemis Group, will discuss their experiences as trailblazers in their respective industries and explore how their…

Even in families that care deeply about values like fairness, love, inclusion, and equality, parents often struggle to engage their children in conversations about race, racism, and other systems of oppression. But when approached with intention, parents and caregivers can play a powerful role in how children exhibit these important values and make meaning of the world around them. Join Grace Farms for a training course, moderated by Kate Gerson and Samantha Hoare from REthinc, providing parents with supportive tools,…

Join Design for Freedom by Grace Farms Working Group members on March 31st for the first Design for Freedom Summit to design a more humane future. This day-long convening brings together a committed community of leaders from the ecosystem of the built environment to accelerate the movement to remove forced labor from the global materials supply chain. Participants will have the opportunity to learn about corporate ethical responsibility and the government policies that impact forced labor in the global building…

Join Adam Thatcher, Co-Founder of Grace Farms Foods to step into the world of ethical and sustainable sourcing. Featuring Grace Farms Foods’ line of signature cookies, coffee and teas, discover other B-Corp certified products that are also committed to ethical sourcing. Grace Farms Members enjoy a 20% discount on programs and events. Learn more about Membership.

Gather on the SANAA-designed rabbit chairs as we read children’s stories from our curated selection of books exploring topics of nature, arts, justice, community, and faith related to our ongoing programs and initiative work. Recommended for families with children ages one through five. This is a drop-in program; registration is not required. Grace Farms Members enjoy a 20% discount on programs and events. Learn more about Membership. Grace Farms Foundation’s interdisciplinary humanitarian mission is to pursue peace through five initiatives…

Think, play, and create at Grace Farms! Children and families are invited to spend time together experimenting with new materials and art-making techniques during this facilitated program series. Recommended for families with children ages five through ten. Grace Farms Members enjoy a 20% discount on programs and events. Learn more about Membership. Grace Farms Foundation’s interdisciplinary humanitarian mission is to pursue peace through five initiatives — nature, arts, justice, community, and faith — and Grace Farms, a SANAA-designed site for…

Nature Initiative Director Mark Fowler and our partners from Wildlife Works explore their strategy to create sustainable jobs and alternative livelihoods to poaching and deforestation. Learn about the REDD+ carbon marketplace that is financing conservation projects all over the world and the importance of making conservation work for local communities that share their land and resources with wildlife. Prior to the program, enjoy our April Community Dinner, a seasonal dining experience in our glass-enclosed Commons. Grace Farms Members enjoy a…

Forests play a central role in the well-being of our ecosystems. They sustain biodiversity, benefit our climate, and support human well-being. This Earth Day, join Grace Farms for a day of family-friendly activities celebrating the wonder of trees and encouraging us all to take part in forest conservation. Spring Tree Walks Experience the beauty of flowering trees in the spring and learn how to identify them as Laura Green from Yale’s School of Forestry and Environment points out the more…

Lauren Stephens and Kaki McGrath, Co-Founders of the responsible fashion and lifestyle brand Dudley Stephens, join us for a breakfast conversation about their commitment to promoting positive change through environmental stewardship, female entrepreneurship, diversity, and brand philanthropy. Learn about their sustainability story and how they are part of an innovative group of leaders reshaping the world of fashion by weaving values, vision, and a better tomorrow into their company and products. Grace Farms Members enjoy a 20% discount on programs…

Nora Rizzo, Sustainable Materials Director at Grace Farms, will tour the SANAA-designed River building and Barns to highlight ethical and sustainable material sourcing. In buildings worldwide, glass, brick, timber, stone, and copper are vulnerable to being produced with forced labor, and this tour will offer guidance for asking questions about material sourcing as a professional or consumer. The tour includes an introduction to the Design for Freedom initiative as well as complimentary tea in the Pavilion. Participants will also receive…

Explore the senses through experiential learning during this five-part series. Young gardeners (ages 8–13) and their families will spend time planting, exploring our Community Garden, creating nature collages, and contemplating their connection to the earth. This multi-sensory approach connects families to the natural world and invites them to think deeper about how a garden can grow more than plants. Grace Farms Members enjoy a 20% discount on programs and events. Learn more about Membership.

Explore the River, a meandering glass building designed by Pritzker Prize-winning architects SANAA, and four site-specific installations commissioned specifically for Grace Farms by artists Thomas Demand, Olafur Eliasson, Teresita Fernández, and Beatriz Milhazes. The tour begins with complimentary tea in the Pavilion. Grace Farms Members enjoy a 20% discount on programs and events. Learn more about Membership. Grace Farms Foundation’s interdisciplinary humanitarian mission is to pursue peace through five initiatives — nature, arts, justice, community, and faith — and Grace…

See, hear, smell, and taste teas from around the world with tea expert Frank Kwei and Grace Farms Foods’ Co-Founder Adam Thatcher. Learn about traditional tea practices and modern methods, enjoy tastings of different varietals including herbals, oolongs, blacks, greens, and whites, and discover the important impact of ethically and sustainably sourced teas. Grace Farms Members enjoy a 20% discount on programs and events. Learn more about Membership. Grace Farms Foundation’s interdisciplinary humanitarian mission is to pursue peace through five…

Gather on the SANAA-designed rabbit chairs as we read children’s stories from our curated selection of books exploring topics of nature, arts, justice, community, and faith related to our ongoing programs and initiative work. Recommended for families with children ages one through five. This is a drop-in program; registration is not required. Grace Farms Members enjoy a 20% discount on programs and events. Learn more about Membership. Grace Farms Foundation’s interdisciplinary humanitarian mission is to pursue peace through five initiatives…

Explore the senses through experiential learning during this five-part series. Young gardeners (ages 8–13) and their families will spend time planting, exploring our Community Garden, creating nature collages, and contemplating their connection to the earth. This multi-sensory approach connects families to the natural world and invites them to think deeper about how a garden can grow more than plants. Grace Farms Members enjoy a 20% discount on programs and events. Learn more about Membership. Grace Farms Foundation’s interdisciplinary humanitarian mission…

Think, play, and create at Grace Farms! Children and families are invited to spend time together experimenting with new materials and art-making techniques during this facilitated program series. Recommended for families with children ages five through ten. Grace Farms Members enjoy a 20% discount on programs and events. Learn more about Membership. Grace Farms Foundation’s interdisciplinary humanitarian mission is to pursue peace through five initiatives — nature, arts, justice, community, and faith — and Grace Farms, a SANAA-designed site for…

Explore the River, a meandering glass building designed by Pritzker Prize-winning architects SANAA, and four site-specific installations commissioned specifically for Grace Farms by artists Thomas Demand, Olafur Eliasson, Teresita Fernández, and Beatriz Milhazes. The tour begins with complimentary tea in the Pavilion. Grace Farms Members enjoy a 20% discount on programs and events. Learn more about Membership. Grace Farms Foundation’s interdisciplinary humanitarian mission is to pursue peace through five initiatives — nature, arts, justice, community, and faith — and Grace…

Embark on a guided walk through our nature trails, led by Master Birder Frank Mantlik, in search of birds migrating north for the summer. Birdwatchers of all ages and experience will learn about our local natural world and discover the wonderful species that make Grace Farms their home. Grace Farms Members enjoy a 20% discount on programs and events. Learn more about Membership. Grace Farms Foundation’s interdisciplinary humanitarian mission is to pursue peace through five initiatives — nature, arts, justice,…

Join Community Initiative Director Karen Kariuki, and David Barber, Co-Founder of Blue Hill at Stone Barns and a Founding Partner at Stone Barns Center, for a screening of the Stone Barns episode of Against the Grain, followed by a discussion about innovative strategies to advance food equity. Before the screening, explore our exhibit, Common Good Through Crisis, with Grace Farms’ Creative Director Chelsea Thatcher and Caitlin Taylor, Principal at MASS Design Group and Director of their Food System Design Lab…

Philosopher Steve Angle returns to the Books on Faith & Meaning series, led by Faith Initiative Director Matthew Croasmun, to build a case for modern Confucianism as a way of life worth the attention of reflective modern readers. In his most recent book, Angle points the way towards a progressive, evolving version of Confucianism that is consistent with the principles it has upheld over centuries. Ancient and enduring, rich and wide-ranging, Confucianism offers insights into how we can lead deeply…

Explore the River, a meandering glass building designed by Pritzker Prize-winning architects SANAA, and four site-specific installations commissioned specifically for Grace Farms by artists Thomas Demand, Olafur Eliasson, Teresita Fernández, and Beatriz Milhazes. The tour begins with complimentary tea in the Pavilion. Grace Farms Members enjoy a 20% discount on programs and events. Learn more about Membership. Grace Farms Foundation’s interdisciplinary humanitarian mission is to pursue peace through five initiatives — nature, arts, justice, community, and faith — and Grace…

Gather on the SANAA-designed rabbit chairs as we read children’s stories from our curated selection of books exploring topics of nature, arts, justice, community, and faith related to our ongoing programs and initiative work. Recommended for families with children ages one through five. This is a drop-in program; registration is not required. Grace Farms Members enjoy a 20% discount on programs and events. Learn more about Membership. Grace Farms Foundation’s interdisciplinary humanitarian mission is to pursue peace through five initiatives…

Grace Farms Members are invited for early access to our popular Open Arts Studio for Families program on the second Saturday of every month between February and December! This series—designed and facilitated by artists, curators, and educators—invites children ages 5 to 11 with their adult caregivers to think, play, create, and best of all get to know one another. Complimentary coffee and tea will be available to participants to enjoy by the fireplace in the Commons Living Room between 10-11…

Explore the River, a meandering glass building designed by Pritzker Prize-winning architects SANAA, and four site-specific installations commissioned specifically for Grace Farms by artists Thomas Demand, Olafur Eliasson, Teresita Fernández, and Beatriz Milhazes. The tour begins with complimentary tea in the Pavilion. Grace Farms Members enjoy a 20% discount on programs and events. Learn more about Membership. Grace Farms Foundation’s interdisciplinary humanitarian mission is to pursue peace through five initiatives — nature, arts, justice, community, and faith — and Grace…

Embark on a guided walk through our nature trails, led by Master Birder Frank Mantlik, in search of birds migrating north for the summer. Birdwatchers of all ages and experience will learn about our local natural world and discover the wonderful species that make Grace Farms their home. Grace Farms Members enjoy a 20% discount on programs and events. Learn more about Membership. Grace Farms Foundation’s interdisciplinary humanitarian mission is to pursue peace through five initiatives — nature, arts, justice,…

Explore the senses through experiential learning during this five-part series. Young gardeners (ages 8–13) and their families will spend time planting, exploring our Community Garden, creating nature collages, and contemplating their connection to the earth. This multi-sensory approach connects families to the natural world and invites them to think deeper about how a garden can grow more than plants. Grace Farms Members enjoy a 20% discount on programs and events. Learn more about Membership. Grace Farms Foundation’s interdisciplinary humanitarian mission…

Experience Temporal Shift, a site-responsive sculpture that interacts with natural light, animating an interior courtyard of the SANAA-designed River building at Grace Farms. Join artist Alyson Shotz and curator Pamela Ruggio for a conversation about the Arts Initiative’s interdisciplinary study of time over a seasonal cup of tea following the tour. Grace Farms Members enjoy a 20% discount on programs and events. Learn more about Membership. Grace Farms Foundation’s interdisciplinary humanitarian mission is to pursue peace through five initiatives —…

Explore the River, a meandering glass building designed by Pritzker Prize-winning architects SANAA, and four site-specific installations commissioned specifically for Grace Farms by artists Thomas Demand, Olafur Eliasson, Teresita Fernández, and Beatriz Milhazes. The tour begins with complimentary tea in the Pavilion. Grace Farms Members enjoy a 20% discount on programs and events. Learn more about Membership. Grace Farms Foundation’s interdisciplinary humanitarian mission is to pursue peace through five initiatives — nature, arts, justice, community, and faith — and Grace…

See, hear, smell, and taste teas from around the world with tea expert Frank Kwei and Grace Farms Foods’ Co-Founder Adam Thatcher. Learn about traditional tea practices and modern methods, enjoy tastings of different varietals including herbals, oolongs, blacks, greens, and whites, and discover the important impact of ethically and sustainably sourced teas. Grace Farms Members enjoy a 20% discount on programs and events. Learn more about Membership. Grace Farms Foundation’s interdisciplinary humanitarian mission is to pursue peace through five…

Following our May Community Dinner, New Canaan Chamber Music joins us for an evening of music in the Sanctuary, led by world-renowned pianist Andrew Armstrong and presented in collaboration with Amy Schwartz Moretti on violin, Matthew Lipman on viola, and Raphael Bell on cello. Grace Farms Members enjoy a 20% discount on programs and events. Learn more about Membership. Grace Farms Foundation’s interdisciplinary humanitarian mission is to pursue peace through five initiatives — nature, arts, justice, community, and faith —…

Gather on the SANAA-designed rabbit chairs as we read children’s stories from our curated selection of books exploring topics of nature, arts, justice, community, and faith related to our ongoing programs and initiative work. Recommended for families with children ages one through five. This is a drop-in program; registration is not required. Grace Farms Members enjoy a 20% discount on programs and events. Learn more about Membership. Grace Farms Foundation’s interdisciplinary humanitarian mission is to pursue peace through five initiatives…

Enjoy seasonal community dining experiences in our River building’s Commons, a 6,900-square-foot glass space with 18-foot long communal tables that foster community and conversation. May Menu Antipasti salad Meatball hogie Potato chips Lemon Chamomile Cake Vegetarian option: Vegetarian meatball hogie Join us after the Community Dinner for New Canaan Chamber Music featuring Andrew Armstrong. Grace Farms Members enjoy a 20% discount on programs and events. Learn more about Membership. Grace Farms Foundation’s interdisciplinary humanitarian mission is to pursue peace through…

Think, play, and create at Grace Farms! Children and families are invited to spend time together experimenting with new materials and art-making techniques during this facilitated program series. Recommended for families with children ages five through ten. Grace Farms Members enjoy a 20% discount on programs and events. Learn more about Membership. Grace Farms Foundation’s interdisciplinary humanitarian mission is to pursue peace through five initiatives — nature, arts, justice, community, and faith — and Grace Farms, a SANAA-designed site for…

Explore the River, a meandering glass building designed by Pritzker Prize-winning architects SANAA, and four site-specific installations commissioned specifically for Grace Farms by artists Thomas Demand, Olafur Eliasson, Teresita Fernández, and Beatriz Milhazes. The tour begins with complimentary tea in the Pavilion. Grace Farms Members enjoy a 20% discount on programs and events. Learn more about Membership. Grace Farms Foundation’s interdisciplinary humanitarian mission is to pursue peace through five initiatives — nature, arts, justice, community, and faith — and Grace…

Embark on a guided walk through our nature trails, led by Master Birder Frank Mantlik, in search of birds migrating north for the summer. Birdwatchers of all ages and experience will learn about our local natural world and discover the wonderful species that make Grace Farms their home. Grace Farms Members enjoy a 20% discount on programs and events. Learn more about Membership. Grace Farms Foundation’s interdisciplinary humanitarian mission is to pursue peace through five initiatives — nature, arts, justice,…

Through our gardening series, led by Master Gardener Lauren Elliott, participants will learn how to cultivate their own gardens and come away with a sense of stewardship for our environment and an understanding of how we can all contribute to the well-being of our communities. This hands-on class, held in Grace Farms’ Community Garden, will teach proper spacing and outdoor planting techniques. Grace Farms Members enjoy a 20% discount on programs and events. Learn more about Membership. Grace Farms Foundation’s…

Explore the senses through experiential learning during this five-part series. Young gardeners (ages 8–13) and their families will spend time planting, exploring our Community Garden, creating nature collages, and contemplating their connection to the earth. This multi-sensory approach connects families to the natural world and invites them to think deeper about how a garden can grow more than plants. Grace Farms Members enjoy a 20% discount on programs and events. Learn more about Membership. Grace Farms Foundation’s interdisciplinary humanitarian mission…

Journey Into the World of Tea, a series facilitated by tea expert Frank Kwei, is an opportunity to understand the global roots of this ancient tradition. Learn about the history and wide array of teas through tastings to understand nuances in flavor, texture, and smells. Moving among the River building’s volumes, this experience includes a focused teaching and sampling of black, green, and white teas as well as Grace Farms Foods’ ethically and sustainably sourced line of Sips teas. White…

Join Grace Farms Foundation, Edwina von Gal, landscape designer and founder of the Perfect Earth Project, and the Connecticut ASLA for a convening to renew commitments to human rights and sustainable ecosystems in landscape design and land care. This full-day event will feature panels, walks, lunch and breakout discussions with tools for establishing a new paradigm to create biodiversity-positive, nature-based solutions in our landscapes, installed with sustainable materials free of forced labor and child labor. Here’s a preview of the…

Explore the River, a meandering glass building designed by Pritzker Prize-winning architects SANAA, and four site-specific installations commissioned specifically for Grace Farms by artists Thomas Demand, Olafur Eliasson, Teresita Fernández, and Beatriz Milhazes. The tour begins with complimentary tea in the Pavilion. Grace Farms Members enjoy a 20% discount on programs and events. Learn more about Membership. Grace Farms Foundation’s interdisciplinary humanitarian mission is to pursue peace through five initiatives — nature, arts, justice, community, and faith — and Grace…

Gather on the SANAA-designed rabbit chairs as we read children’s stories from our curated selection of books exploring topics of nature, arts, justice, community, and faith related to our ongoing programs and initiative work. Recommended for families with children ages one through five. This is a drop-in program; registration is not required. Grace Farms Members enjoy a 20% discount on programs and events. Learn more about Membership. Grace Farms Foundation’s interdisciplinary humanitarian mission is to pursue peace through five initiatives…

Explore the senses through experiential learning during this five-part series. Young gardeners (ages 8–13) and their families will spend time planting, exploring our Community Garden, creating nature collages, and contemplating their connection to the earth. This multi-sensory approach connects families to the natural world and invites them to think deeper about how a garden can grow more than plants. Grace Farms Members enjoy a 20% discount on programs and events. Learn more about Membership. Grace Farms Foundation’s interdisciplinary humanitarian mission…

Think, play, and create at Grace Farms! Children and families are invited to spend time together experimenting with new materials and art-making techniques during this facilitated program series. Recommended for families with children ages five through ten. Grace Farms Members enjoy a 20% discount on programs and events. Learn more about Membership. Grace Farms Foundation’s interdisciplinary humanitarian mission is to pursue peace through five initiatives — nature, arts, justice, community, and faith — and Grace Farms, a SANAA-designed site for…

Explore the River, a meandering glass building designed by Pritzker Prize-winning architects SANAA, and four site-specific installations commissioned specifically for Grace Farms by artists Thomas Demand, Olafur Eliasson, Teresita Fernández, and Beatriz Milhazes. The tour begins with complimentary tea in the Pavilion. Grace Farms Members enjoy a 20% discount on programs and events. Learn more about Membership. Grace Farms Foundation’s interdisciplinary humanitarian mission is to pursue peace through five initiatives — nature, arts, justice, community, and faith — and Grace…

Embark on a guided walk through our nature trails, led by Master Birder Frank Mantlik, in search of birds migrating north for the summer. Birdwatchers of all ages and experience will learn about our local natural world and discover the wonderful species that make Grace Farms their home. Grace Farms Members enjoy a 20% discount on programs and events. Learn more about Membership. Grace Farms Foundation’s interdisciplinary humanitarian mission is to pursue peace through five initiatives — nature, arts, justice,…

Celebrate Memorial Day with a picnic at Grace Farms! Join family and friends for nature walks, craft projects, and a delicious meal. Please note that outside food and beverages are not permitted at Grace Farms. Grace Farms Members enjoy a 20% discount on programs and events. Learn more about Membership. Grace Farms Foundation’s interdisciplinary humanitarian mission is to pursue peace through five initiatives — nature, arts, justice, community, and faith — and Grace Farms, a SANAA-designed site for convening people…

Explore the origins of tea and the role it plays in modern life with tea expert Frank Kwei. Learn about traditional tea practices and modern methods; reflect on the changing season; and enjoy tastings of different varietals including white, green, oolongs, pu-erh, blacks, and herbals. Grace Farms Members enjoy a 20% discount on programs and events. Learn more about Membership. Grace Farms Foundation’s interdisciplinary humanitarian mission is to pursue peace through five initiatives — nature, arts, justice, community, and faith…

See, hear, smell, and taste teas from around the world with tea expert Frank Kwei and Grace Farms Foods’ Co-Founder Adam Thatcher. Enjoy samples of different blends, including Grace Farms Foods’ sustainably-sourced line of Sips teas and discover the important impact of ethically and sustainably sourced teas. Grace Farms Members enjoy a 20% discount on programs and events. Learn more about Membership. Students must be ages 18 and up. Please be prepared to show your student I.D. or proof of…

Tour our community orchard with Master Gardener Lauren Elliott and learn about apple varietals and how to care for orchards. Afterwards, join Pastry Chef Leah Jones for a mini-class on the anatomy of an apple and how the entire fruit is used to create apple butter. Share in this tasting experience with a take-home recipe. Grace Farms Members enjoy a 20% discount on programs and events. Learn more about Membership. Students must be ages 18 and up. Please be prepared…

This informative session, hosted both in-person and online, is designed to help you determine if the seven-week Life Worth Living course coming to Grace Farms this fall is right for you. Katie Grosh, Faith Initiative Coordinator, will provide information about the course and answer your questions. Life Worth Living is a seven-week academic course led by Matthew Croasmun, Faith Initiative Director here at Grace Farms and Director of the Life Worth Living Program at Yale Center for Faith and Culture.…

Poet and editor Christian Wiman will discuss his most recent collection of evocative poems and prose fragments about home, and home’s deep theological, literary, philosophical, historical, political and social dimensions. Grace Farms Members enjoy a 20% discount on programs and events. Learn more about Membership. Students must be ages 18 and up. Please be prepared to show your student I.D. or proof of enrollment at check-in. Children must be ages 17 and below. Grace Farms Foundation’s interdisciplinary humanitarian mission is…

Under the guidance of Grace Farms Chef Neena Perez, kids ages 11 – 17 will learn how to cook and bake during beginners classes that emphasize good nutrition, organizational skills, communication, and teamwork. Students may enjoy what they cook during class or bring it home to share with others. We supply all ingredients, recipes, and cooking tools. Please note: We are a peanut-free, allergen sensitive site. We are NOT a 100% gluten, dairy, or nut-free facility. Parents or legal guardians…

September is Hispanic Heritage month! Enjoy our curated menu of Latin-inspired cuisine available for purchase in the Commons, family-friendly crafts for all ages, and more. From 3pm-4:30, there will be a performance by Latin Heartbeat Orchestra, a Grammy-nominated group recognized as cultural heritage preservation musicians that promises to have everyone dancing in the aisles to high-energy salsa and Latin Jazz music. Grace Farms Members enjoy a 20% discount on programs and events. Learn more about Membership. Students must be ages…

Join Arts Initiative Curator Pamela Ruggio for an exploration of the Arts Initiative’s interdisciplinary study of time. Visit Temporal Shift by sculptor Alyson Shotz in the Library courtyard and gain rare access to the Archive to view renderings, models, and documentaries that provide insight into the Foundation’s process-focused approach. Afterwards, you may continue the conversation with Pamela in the Commons, where you’ll have the option of purchasing lunch from our seasonal lunch menu. Walking shoes are recommended. Grace Farms Members…

Embark on timely fall walks that coincide with peak seasonal migration of songbirds, swallows, hawks, and waterbirds, as well as monarchs and other butterflies. Many species will pass through our landscape, a Pollinator Pathway site, on their way to overwinter in warmer climes. Please wear footwear suitable for grassy or muddy terrain. Grace Farms Members enjoy a 20% discount on programs and events. Learn more about Membership. Students must be ages 18 and up. Please be prepared to show your…

Participants are invited to embark on an honest reflection about their lives, and connect with others interested in exploring questions of meaning and purpose. Each week features select short readings from a variety of religious and philosophical traditions, both ancient and modern, along with video lectures and the chance to participate in group discussions. This seven-week academic course is led by Matthew Croasmun, Faith Initiative Director at Grace Farms and Director of the Life Worth Living Program at Yale Center…

Learn about the magnificent planetary positioning of the post-autumnal equinox during from a Connecticut Science Center educator. Two telescopes for enhanced viewing, gravity simulations, hands-on art projects, and more will assist in your exploration of this unique night sky. In case of inclement weather, attendees can view live feed from another telescope and use an infrared camera to better understand how we explore space. Hosted in partnership with the Connecticut Science Center. Grace Farms Members enjoy a 20% discount on…

Embark on timely fall walks that coincide with peak seasonal migration of songbirds, swallows, hawks, and waterbirds, as well as monarchs and other butterflies. Many species will pass through our landscape, a Pollinator Pathway site, on their way to overwinter in warmer climes. Please wear footwear suitable for grassy or muddy terrain. Grace Farms Members enjoy a 20% discount on programs and events. Learn more about Membership. Students must be ages 18 and up. Please be prepared to show your…

Experience our take on a traditional English Afternoon Tea service in our glass-enclosed Pavilion! Gather with friends and tea expert Frank Kwei for conversation over a delicious pot of ethically- and sustainably-sourced tea, as well as a seasonal assortment of tasty English and Japanese-inspired bites created by Pastry Chef Leah Jones. Please note: Registration closes the Sunday before the event. Grace Farms Members enjoy a 20% discount on programs and events. Learn more about Membership. Students ages 18 and up…

Embark on a wintry trek through a scenic nature trail alongside naturalist and Master Birder Frank Mantlik. Enjoy a peaceful view of the dormant landscape of restored ecosystems in rest mode. Snowshoes will be available, weather permitting. We are thrilled to offer free admission to cardholding Grace Farms members. Grace Farms Members enjoy a 20% discount on programs and events. Learn more about Membership. Students ages 18 and up qualify for special student pricing. Please be prepared to show your…

Children are invited to gather on the SANAA-designed rabbit chairs in our Library to hear stories from our curated collection of children’s books exploring topics related to our ongoing programs and initiative work, and to take part in an arts and crafts activity. Recommended for families with children ages one through five with an adult caregiver. This is a drop-in program; registration is not required. Grace Farms Members enjoy a 20% discount on programs and events. Learn more about Membership.…

Warm up in our kitchen and harness hearty winter flavors during this immersive garden-to-kitchen cooking class led by our Director of Culinary Operations and Chef Neena Perez. We supply all of the tasty ingredients, nourishing recipes, and cooking tools you’ll need. This class is for ages 18 and up. Grace Farms Members enjoy a 20% discount on programs and events. Learn more about Membership. Students ages 18 and up qualify for special student pricing. Please be prepared to show your…

Drop in and enjoy a facilitated series designed by artists, curators, and educators that invites families to think, play, create, and spend time together experimenting with sensory-rich materials and different modes of art making. Activities change monthly. Please arrive at least half an hour before the studio closes. Recommended for children ages five through 11 with adult caregivers. Grace Farms Members enjoy a 20% discount on programs and events. Learn more about Membership. Students ages 18 and up qualify for…

Gather with family, friends, and neighbors for a cozy breakfast-for-dinner meal hosted by our culinary team in the glass-enclosed Commons. Take part in winter-inspired activities, create something memorable at crafting stations, or watch a wintry movie playing in our cozy theatre-style room. Grace Farms Members enjoy a 20% discount on programs and events. Learn more about Membership. Students ages 18 and up qualify for special student pricing. Please be prepared to show your student I.D. or proof of enrollment at…

Space lovers of all ages are invited to observe and learn about the night sky over Grace Farmswith the guidance of educators from the Treworgy Planetarium at Mystic Seaport Museum! Over the course of this stargazing session, you’ll take turns looking at the sky through the planetarium’s Celestron 6″ automated reflecting telescope and work with a sextant to learn how mariners navigate by the stars. Grace Farms Members enjoy a 20% discount on programs and events. Learn more about Membership.…

Join us for a wintertime concert! This family-friendly musical afternoon is curated by Music Director Marcus G. Miller and promises to bring warmth and vibrance to a chilly February day. Grace Farms Members enjoy a 20% discount on programs and events. Learn more about Membership. Students ages 18 and up qualify for special student pricing. Please be prepared to show your student I.D. or proof of enrollment at check-in. Grace Farms offers 30% off to all students with the exception…

Set intentions for the new year during a tranquil, candlelit movement class guided by renowned yoga instructor, Pilin Anice. For ages 18+ up. Accessible for all levels, no prior yoga or meditation experience is required. Participants may bring their own mats, towels, props, and water.

Join us at Grace Farms for our annual evening of merriment as we invite families to gather around the table to sip tea and make crafts while assembling care packages for the families of Filling in the Blanks. Filling in the Blanks provides weekend meals to children in need across Fairfield and Westchester Counties, bridging the gap between Friday’s school lunch and Monday’s school breakfast. Founded by mothers and community activists, the Norwalk-based organization has since delivered over two million…

Explore the wonders of outer space — nebulas, black holes, planets, and constellations — through engaging, hands-on activity and craft stations facilitated by STEM Educators from the Connecticut Science Center joining us at Grace Farms. Recommended for families with children ages 5 – 10.

Enjoy a movement class designed for all levels led by Pilin Anice, a renowned yoga, dance, and meditation instructor, as well as faculty member at Kripalu and Ailey Extension. Each class emphasizes a different characteristic of wellness in movement and tea from Grace Farms Foods, a public benefit LLC and a Certified B Corp. This month, we’ll be sipping Settle tea, a soothing mix of chocolatey cacao shells and refreshing peppermint that supports healthy digestion.

presented by Grace Farms and Architecture & Design Film Festival Modernism, Inc. (75 minutes, Director: Jason Cohn) tells the story of one of New Canaan’s most influential architects and a transitional figure in American design, Eliot Noyes. Educated by Walter Gropius at Harvard, Noyes brought a not-before-seen modernist design approach to corporate America. His impact on companies like IBM and Mobil paved the way for Apple and many design-conscious brands we know today. Noyes also built many houses in New…

Hear from leaders exploring the vast field of AI as a tool for fostering positive outcomes and advancing equity. Moderator Karen Kariuki, Grace Farms Senior Program Officer, will be joined onstage by Liz Grennan, Global Co-Lead for McKinsey's Digital Trust service line, Mia Shah-Dand, Founder of Women in AI Ethics and Lighthouse3, a consultancy focusing on responsible AI and data governance, and Stephanie Dinkins, Kusama Endowed Chair in Art at Stony Brook University and advocate for inclusive AI.

Refine your palate during this interactive sensory experience led by Grace Farms Pastry Chef Leah Jones. Explore the science behind our taste buds, discover memorable flavor pairings, and learn how to rely on each sense to become a stronger cook who can craft an unforgettable dish full of flavor.

Learn the fundamentals and seasonal rhythms of beekeeping from Master Gardener Lauren Elliott during this workshop covering how to start your own hive. Includes a honey tasting and cup of tea.

This interactive tour invites families to explore Grace Farms' River building as it twists and turns through the natural landscape. Build models, play with some of the materials used to create our homes and community spaces, and discover how a building’s design can reduce its impact on the environment.

Join Grace Farms' Horticulture Advisor Kimberly Kelly to learn about the important role ephemerals and wildflowers play in providing food for beneficial insects and other woodland creatures during the spring — and how to incorporate these plants into your own landscape.

Attend the 3rd annual Design for Freedom Summit, a momentous day of action and awareness, at Grace Farms. During this one-day program, hear from leading experts across sectors who are working to eradicate forced and child labor from the built environment. We'll address the challenges facing ethical sourcing of building materials, share technology solutions for the industry, announce a new slate of Pilot Projects for 2024, and more. Since holding the first annual summit in 2021, Grace Farms has welcomed…

Step into the airy Court in the River building for a movement class designed for all levels led by Pilin Anice, a renowned yoga, dance, and meditation instructor, as well as faculty member at Kripalu and Ailey Extension.

A common thread between the modernists of the past and the River building at Grace Farms is the use of glass. Join us for a conversation about architectural glass between Grace Farms Architecture Advisor Toshihiro Oki and Michael Ra, coming from Hong Kong as one of the Founding Principals at Front Inc., Founding Director of Via, and Co-Chair of the Elefront initiative. Front Inc. was the project partner responsible for the design of the glass envelope used in the creation…

A common thread between the modernists of the past and the River building at Grace Farms is the use of glass. Join us for a conversation about architectural glass between Grace Farms Architecture Advisor Toshihiro Oki and Michael Ra, one of the Founding Principals at Front Inc., the project partner responsible for the design of the glass envelope used in the creation of the 203 glass pieces that form many of the walls at Grace Farms. Their conversation explores the…

Experience a delicious meal alongside members of the Grace Farms culinary, horticulture, and garden teams, including Master Gardener Lauren Elliott. This dinner highlights fresh produce and herbs harvested from the Grace Farms Community Garden and is followed by a spring-inspired dessert. Recommended for adults.

Step inside the glass-enclosed River building with Grace Farms Architecture Advisor, Toshihiro Oki, who worked with SANAA during the building’s design, for an interiors-focused tour highlighting seating design selections, sustainably sourced surfaces, responsive plans, and more. Approved for AIA CES 1.5 LU

Explore how clues from the natural world — the stars, the moon, trees, sunlight, and shade — have helped humankind throughout history navigate across land and sea during this astronomy lecture led by educators from Mystic Seaport Museum’s Treworgy Planetarium. If weather permits, step outside for a guided viewing outdoors of the spectacular highlights in the current night sky. In the event of inclement weather, embark on an indoor exploration of the night sky using the Stellarium planetarium software. For…

Visit Grace Farms for its annual Earth Day celebration! Step outside to take part in activities for the whole family led by Grace Farms Horticulture Director Kimberly Kelly, Master Gardener Lauren Elliott, Grace Farms' Educators, and more. Featuring Community Garden explorations, butterfly and bird sightings, a visit with the animals from Animal Embassy, nature-inspired artmaking, and so much more.

During this backyard composting workshop led by Master Gardener Lauren Elliott, learn how to repurpose kitchen scraps and garden debris into a homemade compost that enriches soil health for gardens, meadows, trees, and lawns.

Explore resonance during this educational concert fusing bold musical performances with brief dives into the math behind the sounds. This evening, recommended for ages 14 and up, is hosted by Grace Farms Music Director, saxophonist, and trained mathematician, Marcus G. Miller, who performs with this band, IWM.

Attend pop-up talks hosted by Grace Farms Chief Strategy Officer and Founding Creative Director Chelsea Thatcher to commemorate the opening of Grace Farms’ newest exhibit, With Every Fiber. Learn more about how With Every Fiber embraces Grace Farms Foundation’s values and commitments to raising awareness of forced labor in the building materials supply chain.

Step into the airy Court in the River building for a movement class designed for all levels led by Pilin Anice, a renowned yoga, dance, and meditation instructor, as well as faculty member at Kripalu and Ailey Extension.

Birdwatchers of all experience levels, join birder and educator Frank Mantlik for a guided walk through our scenic nature trails in search of migratory birds returning north after the winter. Frank Mantlik is a former president of the Connecticut Ornithological Association and currently serves on its Avian Records Committee. Also a photographer, his images have been featured in The New York Times, American Birds, Birding, and Bird Watcher’s Digest.