The Glass House, National Trust for Historic Preservation

📍 New Canaan, CT

4.5 (317 Google)

📍 199 Elm St, New Canaan, CT 06840, USA, New Canaan, CT

📞 (203) 594-9884

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Hours

Monday: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM

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Bring your grandchildren to The Glass House in New Canaan for a delightful, architectural adventure! Explore the beautiful grounds and learn about design in a fun, engaging way. It’s a wonderful outing for little ones and a lovely memory to share!

Fun Things to Do Here

Ideas to make the most of your visit to The Glass House, National Trust for Historic Preservation

Color Quest

Pick a color and count every piece of equipment in that color as you explore. Changes each visit.

Shadow Maze

Follow the grandkid exactly through the play space — mirror every move. They'll make it as hard as possible.

Building Challenge

In any block or construction area: tallest tower in 5 minutes. Grandparent vs. grandkid. No mercy.

Secret Base Hunt

Find the most peaceful, hidden spot in the play space together. Claim it as your headquarters.

Story Station

Sit together and build a story about the imaginary world inside the play space. Who lives here?

Budget & Insider Tips

Grandparent Money Tips

• Many play spaces sell 10-visit punch cards that cut per-visit cost by 20–30%. Worth asking if grandkids are local.
• Weekday morning sessions have significantly fewer kids — you're often paying the same for a much better experience.
• Ask at the desk about grandparent+grandchild combo pricing. Not always advertised but sometimes offered.

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