Explore Robert & Mary’s Home
Wander & Roam on our Trails
Stroll through the Formal Garden
Tour our Pullman Railcar, Sunbeam
Make new friends at Hildene Farm
Our Mission: Living the Lincoln Legacy
Shop in our restored carriage barn.
Explore the American Experience
A profound story of preservation and perseverance.
9:00am -
10:30am
Meet at the Welcome Center parking lot. Join local birders to gather long-term data on the presence of birds, their abundance, and changes in populations. Appropriate for birders of all skill levels, the walks run along uneven terrain on forest and meadow trails and around the main house. No registration required.
9:00am -
10:30am
Join local birders to gather long-term data on the presence of birds, their abundance, and changes in populations. Meet in the Welcome Center parking lot. Appropriate for birders of all skill levels, the walks run along uneven terrain on forest and meadow trails and around the main house. Free. No registration required.
2:00pm -
3:30pm
Learn how to make nutritious suet & seed donuts for our fine-feathered friends and enjoy a guided bird walk to see who is flitting about in our winter gardens.
Appropriate for young learners ages 6 and up, children must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is required by Thursday, December 11th.
1:00pm -
3:00pm
New this year: Learn to felt both ornaments and darling snowmen figures, using a mix of roving from Hildene’s flock of Corriedale sheep and Huacaya alpaca. Handmade items make lovely gifts as well as cheerful decorations.
Registration required by Wednesday, December 10th.
Every day at Hildene, we spark curiosity,
encourage conversation, and educate with intention.
Give today. Protect tomorrow.
