Park Grounds
Open daily, sunup to sundown
Walking paths, gardens, picnic areas, and exterior views of the historic buildings are available during regular park hours.
Plan Your Visit
Everything you need to know before visiting Boothe Memorial Park & Museum, from hours and seasonal building access to parking, maps, and things to see.
Visit at a Glance
Boothe Homestead Hours
Friends volunteers open the Boothe Homestead on Tuesday and Friday mornings, and on Sunday afternoons from Memorial Day to Labor Day.
Sunday hours resume Memorial Day, May 31, 2027.
The events calendar lists seasonal tours, open buildings, and special programs as they are confirmed.
Weekly hours
- Monday Closed
- Tuesday 10–11:30 AM
- Wednesday Closed
- Thursday Closed
- Friday 10–11:30 AM
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday 1–3:30 PM, Memorial Day–Labor Day
Visit Details
- Address
- 5800 Main Street, Stratford, CT
- Admission
- Free There is no fee to visit the park grounds.
- Parking
- On-site parking available
- Dogs
- Leashed dogs welcome Dogs are welcome on the park grounds when kept on a leash.
- History, Gardens & Walks
- Explore historic buildings, gardens, walking paths, picnic areas, and museum collections.
Make the Most of Your Visit
Whether you are stopping by for a walk, visiting open buildings, attending an event, or exploring the historic gardens, Boothe Memorial Park offers something for visitors of all ages.
What to See
- Boothe Homestead
- Rose Garden
- Miniature Lighthouse
- Blacksmith Shop
- Clocktower Museum
- Windmill
- Visitor Center
- Walking paths and picnic areas
Park Map
Choose a numbered location for a preview, then open its Explore page, where available, for the full story.
Park Location Directory
- Boothe Homestead Historic Building
- Windmill Landmark
- Americana Museum Museums & Collections
- Visitor Center Museums & Collections
- Blacksmith Shop Historic Building
- Clocktower Museum Museums & Collections
- Redwood Building Historic Building
- Rose Garden Gardens & Grounds
- Basilica Landmark
- Coliseum / Pavilion Historic Building
- Stephen Boothe House Historic Building
- Putney Chapel Historic Building
Make Your Visit Part of an Event
From Opening Day and garden gatherings to open-building days, talks, and volunteer days, events are a great way to experience Boothe Park.
Frequently Asked Questions
When can I go inside the buildings?
Friends volunteers open the Homestead on Tuesdays and Fridays from 10 to 11:30 AM, and on Sundays from 1 to 3:30 PM between Memorial Day and Labor Day. Check the Homestead hours above before visiting.
Can I bring a picnic?
Yes. Picnics are welcome in appropriate park areas.
Where should I start my visit?
Begin at the Visitor Center, then follow the map through the historic buildings, gardens, and paths.
Help Keep Boothe Park Beautiful
Your membership, donations, and volunteer time help preserve the buildings, gardens, collections, and stories that make Boothe Memorial Park worth visiting.