Don’t miss the 8th annual Halloween on the Green on the Museum Commons. Come wearing your best costume for a day filled with trick-or-treating, giveaways, displays at the historic buildings, food vendors, a bounce house, and much more. Free Co-sponsored by the Fairfield Museum, the Town of Fairfield, and Fairfield Parks and Recreation […]
Walk among the gravestones in the town's oldest cemetery to discover the stories of Revolutionary War spy Caleb Brewster, naval hero Samuel Smedley, and patriot Eunice Dennie Burr. Uncover some of the burial practices in early New England while listening to long-buried legends that have haunted Fairfield for nearly 400 years. Space is limited. Registration […]
Walk among the gravestones in the town's oldest cemetery to discover the stories of Revolutionary War spy Caleb Brewster, naval hero Samuel Smedley, and patriot Eunice Dennie Burr. Uncover some of the burial practices in early New England while listening to long-buried legends that have haunted Fairfield for nearly 400 years. Space is limited. Registration […]
Fall 2024 Hours: Open on Tuesdays from 10 am to 12 pm between September 17 through October 29, 2024 The Victorian Cottage is the Fairfield Museum’s early childhood education space designed for kids to create, explore, and play. Free with Museum Admission. Please check in at the front desk before heading over to the Victorian Cottage. […]
Join us every Tuesday between 9/17 and 10/29 on the Museum Commons to enjoy a fun way to develop early literacy skills in young children with dancing, singing, and stories that incorporate music. For children ages 0-5 and their adult caregiver. Free admission. Registration is NOT required. It is recommended that you bring a blanket […]
Walk among the gravestones in the town's oldest cemetery to discover the stories of Revolutionary War spy Caleb Brewster, naval hero Samuel Smedley, and patriot Eunice Dennie Burr. Uncover some of the burial practices in early New England while listening to long-buried legends that have haunted Fairfield for nearly 400 years. Space is limited. Registration […]
Walk among the gravestones in the town's oldest cemetery to discover the stories of Revolutionary War spy Caleb Brewster, naval hero Samuel Smedley, and patriot Eunice Dennie Burr. Uncover some of the burial practices in early New England while listening to long-buried legends that have haunted Fairfield for nearly 400 years. Space is limited. Registration […]
Curious about the history behind your house in Fairfield or the surrounding area? Drop by the Fairfield Museum’s Research Library to learn how to research your house with our Librarian Ed Surato. Discover the wide variety of materials available at our library, including photographs, maps, manuscripts, newspapers, and land records. Feel free to also send […]
Marian Anderson was an American contralto and one of the most celebrated singers of the 20th century. Born on February 27, 1897, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, she rose to fame for her powerful and emotive voice, breaking barriers of racial prejudice and becoming an influential figure in the fight for civil rights. This is the Marian […]
In honor of Election Day, drop by to vote for our Museum Commons Mascot. Then design your own campaign or “I Voted” button to take home. Free with Museum admission.
Do you ever wonder what people wore for their holiday celebrations in the Victorian Era? How did the styles change in the 20th century? Join fashion historian Karen (Ren) Antonowicz as we travel through the 19th and 20th centuries to discover which fashions were popular and how clothing and accessories were worn during the holiday […]
The Fairfield Museum is pleased to announce the 10th annual Holiday Pop-Up Market! This festive market of gifts at the Museum is a wonderful kick-off to the holiday season! 2024 Dates: Friday, November 22 from 4 - 7 pm Saturday, November 23 from 10 am - 4 pm There is a $5 suggested donation to […]