Mather Homestead

And after all, the weather was ideal. They could not have had a more perfect day for a garden-party if they had ordered it.” — Katherine Mansfield, The Garden Party (1920)

And so it was for the 2026 Garden Tea.

With sunshine overhead and history all around us, we gathered for a truly memorable day at The Mather Homestead.

A heartfelt thank you to Mother Nature for the perfect setting; Ginger Morgan for the spectacular floral arrangements; for the delightful meal; and for elevating the afternoon with her inspiring reflections on the women who make history.

To all who attended—thank you for bringing The Mather Homestead to life and helping us honor its rich heritage.

And to our generous sponsors and partners: , , , , , , , , , , , , , and .brothers - thank you for your support in making this special day possible.

To all who gave their lives in service to our country - and to all who turned out to honor them in yesterday’s Memorial Day Parade- including our friends - thank you! 🇺🇸

The Mather Homestead is proud and grateful to be part of a community with such strong volunteer spirit and to live and work among people who care deeply about giving back. Yesterday was a powerful reminder that the spirit of community is alive and well here in Darien. 🇺🇸

Looking forward to our June 4 Garden Tea! 🌸

Thank you to this year’s sponsors for your generous support of our event and everything we do here at The Homestead!

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Join us on Saturday June 13th for an elegant evening of garden cocktails, followed by a gourmet southern dinner under the stars, in support of The Mather Homestead. Get your tickets at the link in our bio. 🌸🥂✨