Grace Farms

Grace Farms Tour
2026-06-11 10:30 - 12:00, 2026-06-25 10:30 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Grace Farms, CT
This comprehensive Grace Farms Tour invites a closer look at the architecture of the River building and Barns. Take in 360–degree views of the surrounding landscapes while exploring the building’s sustainable design, curated interiors, and materials choices. During the tour, sample a cup of tea from Grace Farms Tea & Coffee, a Certified B Corp that demonstrates and educates about ethical and sustainable supply chains.
The River building, designed by Pritzker Prize-winning firm, SANAA, holds LEED Gold certification for Building Design and Construction. A demonstration of our continuing efforts to be as sustainable as possible, in 2024, we were awarded Gold certification for Building Operations and Maintenance, building on our LEED Silver certification in 2019.
The River building was awarded the prestigious 2014/2015 Mies Crown Hall Americas Prize (MCHAP), in addition to the AIA National 2017 Architecture Honor Award and AIA Connecticut 2016 Design Honor Award.
Approved for AIA CES 1.5 LU

Pop-up Talk | Noticing Nature: Nests
2026-06-11 13:00 - 13:30, 2026-06-12 13:00 - 13:30, 2026-06-13 13:00 - 13:30, 2026-06-14 13:00 - 13:30, 2026-06-16 13:00 - 13:30, 2026-06-23 13:00 - 13:30, 2026-06-24 13:00 - 13:30, 2026-06-25 13:00 - 13:30 | Grace Farms, CT
Learn more about the landscape surrounding the River building!
Join a Grace Farms Educator in the Commons, near the SANAA-designed Vitra flower benches, and pick up a pair of binoculars to take a close look at the plants, animals and birds that make their homes in our meadows and woodlands. Use natural materials to construct a safe and warm nest, and consult resource books to discover even more about the life flourishing just beyond the glass walls.
About Pop-up Talks
Pop-up talks are led by Grace Farms Education Team members and designed to scale for all ages and levels of experience. These drop-in talks are included with daily registration. Times and locations of all talks are subject to change. Please learn more about what’s offered on the day of your visit upon checking in at the West Barn.

Open Arts Studio | Architectural Drawing
2026-06-11 15:00 - 17:00, 2026-06-13 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-06-25 15:00 - 17:00 | Grace Farms, CT
Let imagination take the lead in this hands-on design adventure! Inspired by Dancing Trees, our new seating in the plaza, and our theme We All Build, children will explore how ideas become real by using fun architectural drawing tools to create their own one-of-a-kind designs.
Children will sketch, experiment, and bring big ideas to life using chalk on blue paper — just like creating a real blueprint from the past. It’s a playful way to learn how architects imagine, plan, and build the world around us.
Open Arts Studio is a site-specific creative exploration for younger audiences to engage in open-ended inquiry and reflect on the building, its shapes and designs, and its ideas. This ongoing series, offered weekly, is led by Grace Farms Arts Educator Nancy Jameson. Recommended for ages 4-11 with adult caregivers.

Bunny Book Group
2026-06-12 10:15 - 10:45, 2026-06-12 11:00 - 11:30, 2026-06-26 10:15 - 10:45, 2026-06-26 11:00 - 11:30 | Grace Farms, CT
Listen to stories from our curated collection of books and take part in an arts and crafts activity. For up to age 5 with adult caregivers.
Capacity is limited. Early arrival is encouraged.

Builder Beginnings
2026-06-12 14:00 - 16:00 | Grace Farms, CT
Children and families, ignite your imagination this summer!
Step outside into the Plaza to roll up your sleeves and explore the question, “What do you want to see in the world?” Work together to build a structure by shaping, cutting, and connecting recycled cardboard and natural materials gathered from Grace Farms.
Led by Arts Educator Nancy Jameson and the Grace Farms Education Team, this hands-on activity encourages creativity, problem-solving, and joyful artmaking in the open air. Recommended for ages 4-11 with adult caregivers.

Jumpin' Jams at Grace Farms
2026-06-13 10:30 - 11:15 | Grace Farms, CT
Experience the joy of music this summer with Jumpin’ Jams, a beloved live music and movement program for young children. Led by professional musician Jason Pharr, whose unique and memorable songs nurture early language development and spark curiosity about the world, this upbeat session gets little ones singing, dancing, and exploring rhythm in a fun and supportive environment.
Recommended for ages 9 months to 4 years with adult caregivers.

Image credit Vanessa Van Ryzin/Mindful Motion Photo

Grace Farms Tour
2026-06-13 10:30 - 12:00 | Grace Farms, CT
This comprehensive tour invites a closer look at the architecture of the River building and Barns. Take in 360–degree views of the surrounding landscapes while exploring the building’s sustainable design, curated interiors, and materials choices. During the tour, sample a cup of tea from Grace Farms Tea & Coffee, a Certified B Corp that demonstrates and educates about ethical and sustainable supply chains.
The River building, designed by Pritzker Prize-winning firm, SANAA, holds LEED Gold certification for Building Design and Construction. A demonstration of our continuing efforts to be as sustainable as possible, in 2024, we were awarded Gold certification for Building Operations and Maintenance, building on our LEED Silver certification in 2019.
The River building was awarded the prestigious 2014/2015 Mies Crown Hall Americas Prize (MCHAP), in addition to the AIA National 2017 Architecture Honor Award and AIA Connecticut 2016 Design Honor Award.
Approved for AIA CES 1.5 LU

Summer Stroll
2026-06-13 11:00 - 12:00 | Grace Farms, CT
Take a guided walk through the Grace Farms landscape to experience the beauty of summer in full bloom. Immersive and laid-back, this walk invites you to notice the shifting signs of the season and discover the vibrant plant and animal life that makes this landscape so special. Along the way, explore the purpose and interconnectedness of surrounding ecosystems, and consider our role in sustaining and enriching them.
This walk includes uneven terrain not suitable for strollers, wheelchairs, or walkers. Please dress accordingly. Walk begins promptly at 11 am. Please arrive at least five minutes beforehand. Rain or shine.

Closed
2026-06-17 | Grace Farms, CT
Grace Farms will be closed on Wednesday, June 17, 2026.

Life Worth Living 5-Week Course
2026-06-17 14:00 - 16:00 | Zoom Event
What is the shape of a flourishing life?
Join Rev. Dr. Drew Collins, Associate Research Scholar and Lecturer at the Yale Center for Faith & Culture, for a 5-week course drawing from a range of philosophical and religious traditions to inspire thoughtful conversation on questions of meaning and purpose in our lives.
Each week, read a set of religious and philosophical texts that offer distinct perspectives on what it means to live well. During class, enjoy a cup of Grace Farms coffee or tea and discuss the assigned readings — putting Confucius in conversation with Oscar Wilde, or Friedrich Nietzsche in dialogue with the Buddha — to better understand the stakes, insights, and trade-offs within each tradition’s approach.
Class meets on Wednesdays, in-person at Grace Farms, located at 365 Lukes Wood Road New Canaan, CT. Readings will be provided, and are no more than 30 pages.
learn more about the sessions and readings below

Closed
2026-06-18, 2026-06-20 - 2026-06-21 | Grace Farms, CT

Closed
2026-06-19 | Grace Farms, CT
We are closed today, Friday, June 19, in observance of Juneteenth.

Materials Studio for Children
2026-06-24 10:00 - 12:00 | Grace Farms, CT
Join us for a playful, hands-on exploration of the building materials featured in our With Every Fiber: Pigment, Stone, Glass exhibit. Families are invited to dive into the surprising properties of pigment, stone, glass, and more — experimenting with how these everyday elements can be shaped, transformed, and reimagined.
Play, build, deconstruct, and discover alongside the Grace Education Team as you explore the life cycle of the materials that make up our built environment and see how imagination can turn even everyday objects into something extraordinary.

Life Worth Living 5-Week Course
2026-06-24 14:00 - 16:00 | Grace Farms, CT

Journey Into the World of Tea | Eastern and Western Tea Culture & Practices
2026-06-24 15:00 - 16:30 | Grace Farms, CT
The experience of drinking tea varies vastly from culture to culture. For some, preparing and drinking tea is part of a ritual rooted in ancient tradition. For others, it’s a nourishing beverage perfect for sipping while on-the-go.
Join Tea Expert Frank Kwei for a deep dive into the differences between Eastern and Western tea culture and practice. As you taste a range of tea varietals from across the globe, learn about the tea itself, the distinct wares in which it’s served, how it’s presented, and more.
Journey Into the World of Tea offers a tranquil, in-depth exploration of tea traditions through guided tastings, demonstrations, and engaging conversation. This six-part series is led by Tea Expert and Educator Frank Kwei, who brings decades of knowledge to each session.

Studio Beginnings
2026-06-25 10:00 - 12:00 | Grace Farms, CT
Our youngest artists, designers, and builders are invited step into the arts studio to have fun making art inspired by the River building and surrounding landscape! Think, play, create, and experiment with texture, form, line, color and space.
This session is recommended for ages 1-5 and their caretakers.
