45 Old Kings Highway North, Darien, CT 06820.

I-95, Exit 13. (203) 655-9233. Museum is housed in an 18th century saltbox, open for tours Tues. – Thurs. noon-5, Sun. noon-3. The Scofield Barn exhibition space has changing exhibits on a variety of topics. Collections include costumes, New England furniture, books and manuscripts related to the history of Darien.

2 Renshaw Rd., Darien, CT 06820.

Darien Town Hall. (I-95 Ex. 11, Rte. 15 Ex. 37). (203) 655-8683. Box Office: 203-655-5414. Programs include: DAC Stage, Dance, Music, Kids' Theatre and Visual Arts. Office: Mon.-Fri. 10-4

120 Brookside Rd., Darien, CT 06820.

I-95, Exit 12, Rte. 15 Ex. 37. (203) 655-7459. . Located in Cherry Lawn Park, this state-of-the-art environmental education center offers educational programs, changing exhibits and lectures. Walking trails. Mon. – Fri. 9-4, Sat. 9 – 1. Adm.

Pear Tree Point Road, Darien, CT 06820.

(203)-656-7325. I-95 Ex. 11. Pear Tree Point Beach is an 8-acre sandy beach loaded with amenities including picnic tables and grills, a bath house, a gazebo, handicapped access, and a concession stand in addition to two great beaches. It also features an excellent boat launch ramp. Contact City of Darien for fee schedule and resident and non resident day passes.