The Connecticut Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) announces upcoming programs at the Osborne Homestead Museum & Kellogg Environmental Center, located at 500 Hawthorne Avenue, Derby, CT. For registration or for more information on these activities, please call (203) 734-2513 between 9:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday. Programs are FREE unless otherwise noted. Donations accepted.

COASTAL GEOGRAPHY OF CONNECTICUT

Tuesday, November 17th, 7:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Dr. Leon Yacher, a Professor and Chairman of the Geography Department at Southern Connecticut University will be giving a power point presentation on the Coastal Geography of Connecticut. Using photographs and maps, this presentation will show the changes through time that have modified the state’s coastal region from a natural shape to a modified landscape. Requested donation: $4.00/adult and $2/student or child

TAKE A BREAK BIRD WALK

Friday, December 4th, 12:15 - 1:00 p.m.

Take a break and enjoy a lunch-time bird and nature walk on the grounds of the Kellogg Estate and Osbornedale State Park in search of resident birds and lingering migrants or come along just for the walk. All levels of bird watchers are encouraged to participate.

SATURDAY MORNING BIRD WALK

Saturday, December 12th, 9:00 a.m.

Do you enjoy watching birds? Join volunteer Maria Stockmal for a relaxing Saturday morning walk in search of local birds. Experience the joy of observing birds in the wild, sharpen your bird identification skills or just enjoy a Saturday morning hike through the grounds of the Kellogg Environmental Center and Osbornedale State Park. Meet in the parking lot of the Kellogg Environmental Center. Walks may last up to 2 hours, depending on conditions. All levels of birders are encouraged to participate.

OSBORNE HOMESTEAD MUSEUM HOLIDAY TOURS

Thursdays through Sundays, November 27th - December 20th, from 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Also open Tuesdays and Wednesdays for group tours by appointment.

Twilight tours, Fridays, December 4, 11, and 18 from 4:00 – 6:30 pm

Local Garden Clubs beautifully decorate the Osborne Homestead Museum to the theme titled "The Wonders of Nature." Enjoy the sights and sounds of a traditional holiday celebration during a special guided tour. Contact Christiana Jones at (203) 734-2513 to inquire about scheduling a holiday tour for your school, group or organization.