Aerial view of the Boothe Park Rose Garden, museum buildings, and walking paths

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

Park Grounds

Open daily, sunup to sundown

The park grounds are open daily from sunup to sundown.

Boothe Homestead Hours

The Boothe Homestead is opened seasonally by Friends volunteers. When buildings are open, volunteers welcome visitors, share the park history, and answer questions. Other buildings may open during events or special programs.

No public Homestead openings are listed right now. The events calendar lists seasonal tours, open buildings, and special programs as they are confirmed.

View events and programs

Visit Details

Address
5800 Main Street, Stratford, CT Boothe Memorial Park is located in Stratford, Connecticut.
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.
Boothe Park map showing museum buildings, paths, parking, and visitor amenities
Use the park map to choose a route through the museum buildings, gardens, and landmarks.

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
Explore the Park

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.

View Upcoming Events

Frequently Asked Questions

When can I go inside the buildings?

The Homestead and museum buildings open seasonally when Friends volunteers are available. Check the current Homestead hours 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.

How can I volunteer or support the park?

You can become a member, volunteer, or donate through the Friends of Boothe Park.

Help Keep Boothe Park Beautiful

Your membership, donations, and volunteer time help preserve the buildings, gardens, collections, and stories that make Boothe Memorial Park a treasured part of Stratford.