The Mansion is proud to announce that it has won a prestigious Award of Merit from the Connecticut League of Museums for the exhibition, “Bulls of Wall Street: High Finance, Power, and Social Change in Victorian America.”
Join us at the Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum for “Grave Objections: A History of Body Snatching for Science”. James Henry will talk about 19th c. body snatchers who built a lucrative industry exhuming fresh corpses. Tickets and info: lockwoodmathewsmansion.com/e…
Step back in time this spooky season and come meet Mr. Carter, the Mansion's 19th-century butler, in our deeply atmospheric theatrical tours. We are proud to present this experience in collaboration with ArtSynergy Productions. Tickets are selling so fast it's scary! 10/22-24.
Join us for "Painting Patriots, Healing Wounds: The Art of Colonel John Trumbull," known as the 'Painter of the American Revolution'. This fascinating talk will be Sunday, November 8th, from 2-4pm featuring CT State Historian Emeritus Walter W. Woodward.
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Bargains, Bargains, Bargains! Come to the Mansion’s Old-fashioned Flea Market tomorrow, September 13th, from 10am-4pm and among the more than 80 amazing vendors you will find hidden treasures, unique finds, and exciting vintage and repurposed items to gift or to keep.
Join us at our annual Gala on October 3rd for a night filled with old Hollywood glamour. Diamonds might be a girl’s best friend, but the impact of your support will be even better! For more information: lockwoodmathewsmansion.com/e…
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Photo courtesy of Smash Entertainment NYC
The Old-fashioned Flea Market on 9/13 will feature close to 90 booths! Be sure to stop by our White Elephant Table to browse unusual collectibles. Highlights include vintage Japanese "spaghetti" poodles, colorful decorative glassware, and a 1950's perpetual motion clock.
So riveting! Come join us for the exciting talk, “Grave Objections: A History of Body Snatching for Science,” on Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2026, from 6-8 p.m. featuring James Henry, a New York City tour guide and veteran docent at Brooklyn's Green-Wood Cemetery. lockwoodmathewsmansion.com/e…
Big crowds at the Mansion! Our recent Bowery Boys/Gilded Gentleman tour was a huge success. We welcomed 42 guests led by Carl Raymond aka The Gilded Gentleman and Craig Nelson from the Bowery Boys. A big thank you to our Docents Midge and Jeff, and Trustee Kathy Olsen.
It is all in the details…and there are so many stunning ones on view at the Mansion! Join us for a tour and let your eye spot some unfamiliar treasures.
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Photos Courtesy of Sarah Grote and Juliana Bravo
On Sept. 13th, our Old-Fashioned Flea Market will return to Mathews Park! Co-chairs Lisa Henderson and Heather Dunn are bringing together the region's top vendors, antique cars, and food trucks. The Mansion’s volunteers will host a White Elephant Table managed by Rose Carroll.
Looking for something special? The Gift Shop at the Mansion is stocked with curated keepsakes, heritage books, totes, scarves, stationery, and more!
Gift Shop Manager Robin, and our amazing volunteer sales associates are ready to assist you!
In 1970, the Lockwood-Mathews Mansion served as a filming location for the iconic movie, "House of Dark Shadows." Here are a few rare images from the Mansion's archives. Learn more about our exciting "Red Carpet Gala," lockwoodmathewsmansion.com/e… celebrating our film history.
We were truly honored to host Mayor Barbara Smyth, Gerald Angley (Consul General of Ireland in NY), and Loretto Leary (Co-Chair of the CT-Ireland Trade Commission) alongside other distinguished guests at our exhibit, "A Journey of Hope": lockwoodmathewsmansion.com/e…
We are excited and proud to welcome two great new interns from Mayor Barbara Smyth's Summer Youth Employment Program. Jeremiah and Shawn-Michael will be working with Education Coordinator Heather Dunn and staff on a variety of tasks.
Jack & Jim Goggins grew up on the estate where their father, James, was the head gardener and their uncle, Thomas, served as a valet. The brothers lived in the Mansion's Gate Lodge in the 1930's. Join us for a tour led by docent Carl Filsinger, the grandson of Thomas Goggins!
CALL FOR VENDORS!
Join us for LMMM’s 19th Annual Old-Fashioned Flea Market! Artisans, craftsmen, antique + upcycling vendors welcome. Spaces are filling fast—reserve by July 15 for early bird rates.
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Carl Raymond’s latest Gilded Gentleman podcast—recorded at the Mansion—spotlights our history and achievements with Chief Curator Emeritus Ulysses Dietz and Executive Director Susan Gilgore. Listen to the episode!: thegildedgentleman.com/episo…
Happy Summer to Everyone! Did you know the Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum was originally conceived as a summer estate? See these rare photos circa 1868-1920 of the Lockwood and Mathews families enjoying the beautiful grounds and lush greenery.
SAVE THE DATE! On October 3, 2026, 6 p.m. the Lockwood-Mathews will host a Red Carpet Gala! Hollywood Glamour & the Exhibition Preview "The Evolving Icon" courtesy of Connecticut Society of Portrait Artists. For tickets/tables: 203-838-9799 ~ or [email protected]






























































