<p>Tell your mom that she’ll be able to meet other moms while she’s there. The administration also has info sessions for parents that I found helpful. If she enjoys photography, the architecture is a worthy subject. The Peabody Museum of Natural History is interesting, as well as The British Museum. There’s always shopping, and eating! She won’t be bored.<br>
Flying to Hartford and renting a car is a convenient way to go. You can park and leave your car at the hotel (if you’re in town) as she probably won’t need it until you leave for the airport.</p>