Fairfield Museum and History Center

06/07/2026

Ogden House Open Today-Sunday, June 7!

Visit the historic Ogden House, a beautifully preserved saltbox home built c. 1750 for David Ogden and Jane Sturges. Generations of the Ogden family called this colonial home their own, offering a fascinating glimpse into early American life.

While you’re there, stroll through the charming Dooryard Garden generously maintained by the Fairfield Garden Club and discover the stories of a colonial family in the years leading up to America’s founding.🏡🏵️

📍1520 Bronson Road in Fairfield
📆 Open Sundays, June 7–September 27
💲Admission: $5 Adults, $3 Seniors/Students, Free for Members & Children under 5

Visit our website for more information! https://bit.ly/3WJcsWR

06/06/2026

Summer Saturdays Kick Off This Saturday, June 6! 😎

As America celebrates its 250th birthday, there’s no better time to explore our historic properties—including the Sun Tavern, which was rebuilt c. 1780 after it was burned by British forces during a raid in July 1779. Discover what colonial life was really like as you step inside this historic gathering place and discover the important role taverns played in bringing people together during the American Revolution.

Our historic properties—Sun Tavern, Victorian Barn, and Victorian Cottage—are open Saturdays from June 6 through September 5, 2026, between 11 am and 2 pm. https://bit.ly/3KSsdVW

Additional Events at the Fairfield Museum on June 6, 2026:
📰 Pop-Up Display at the Fairfield Museum Research Library | 10 am - 4 pm
📚 Storytime with the Fairfield Public Library - Connecticut | 11 am

06/05/2026

Inspired by our "Happy Anniversary! Centenary Celebrations & Beyond" exhibition, stop by our Research Library this Saturday, June 6 for our monthly pop-up display. Explore photos, newspaper articles, and other documents related to the Bicentennial.

📆 Saturday, June 6 | 10 am - 4 pm
📍 Fairfield Museum Research Library, 370 Beach Road
🎫 Free; Donations welcome

Visit our website to learn more! https://bit.ly/3PbO4hp

The Fairfield Museum's commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence is made possible through the generous support of the following premier level sponsors:

Town of Fairfield, CT
Cambridge Trust
Fairfield Rotary Club
Brody Wilkinson PC

06/04/2026

This June, the Fairfield Museum is proud to recognize John Brannelly, Jaq Bush, and Erin Lopez featured in our “Portraits of Fairfield” exhibition.

John Brannelly, Jaq Bush, and Erin Lopez are all advocates of Fairfield Pride, a regional LGBTQ+ organization that works closely with the Town of Fairfield, CT. John Brannelly helped make history with the first raising of the Pride flag at Old Town Hall in 2019. 🌈

Visit “Portraits of Fairfield” on the Museum Commons to see their portrait taken by Loryne Atoui. On view through September 27, 2026. https://bit.ly/4xaxzmQ

✨"Portraits of Fairfield" Exhibition Title Sponsors:
CCindy Raney & Team
CCT Humanities
MM&T Bank/ Wilmington Trust

✨"Portraits of Fairfield" Exhibition Sponsors:
RRussell Insurance
SSturges Ridge of Fairfield
Russo & Rizio, LLC, Attorneys at Law

06/04/2026

Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday at Fairfield’s Fourth Fest! 🇺🇸

Join us on the Fairfield Museum Commons on Saturday, July 4, from 12–3 p.m. for an afternoon of family-friendly fun. Enjoy live music, a special performance by , a choral concert , hands-on activities for kids, a bounce house, a beer garden, and more. 🤩

Admission is free, so bring the whole family and let’s all celebrate together! 🎉

⭐️Fairfield’s Fourth Fest is presented by the Fairfield Museum, , , and .

✨Special thanks to our 250th Premier Level Sponsors:
Brody Wilkinson PC

06/03/2026

Join a guided tour of our "Fairfield in 1776: Revolution & Resilience" exhibition with Curator Chelsea Garth. Step into colonial Fairfield and learn what the town was like in the years leading up to 1776. Follow residents’ lives before and during the difficult moments of the American Revolution and compare the town in the 1700s to the present day.

Gallery Tour Event Details:
📅 Saturday, June 27
🕥 10:30 - 11:30 am
📍 Fairfield Museum, 370 Beach Road
💲$5 for Members; $10 for Non-Members

Visit our website to register today! https://bit.ly/4uRAWh4

The Fairfield Museum's commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence is made possible through the generous support of:

✨Premier Sponsors:
Cambridge Trust
Fairfield Rotary Club
Brody Wilkinson PC
Town of Fairfield, CT

✨Exhibition Title Sponsors:
Bridgeport Hospital
CT Humanities
Fidelity Investments

✨Sponsors:
Russo & Rizio, LLC, Attorneys at Law
The David and Eunice Bigelow Foundation

06/02/2026

Join us for Drop-In Drawing on the Fairfield Museum Commons this Summer! ✏️

Local teacher & artist Omayra Rivera-Filardi will share techniques for drawing outdoors. Visitors can also explore all of the historic properties and try hands-on activities on the Museum Commons. More than 400 years of diverse stories can be found in the Victorian Barn, Sun Tavern, and Victorian Cottage, which has a dedicated early childhood space.

Drop-In Drawing Details:
📆 Saturday, June 13, Saturday, July 11, & Saturday, August 8
🕦 11:30 am - 1:30 pm
📍 Fairfield Museum Commons, 370 Beach Road
✏️ Materials will be provided

Free admission. All ages and levels of experience are welcome. https://bit.ly/4dKxBdy

06/01/2026

Do you remember the Bicentennial in 1976?

For many Americans, it was a time of unforgettable celebrations, community spirit, and a renewed sense of unity. Join the Fairfield Museum's Walt Matis for a nostalgic trip down memory lane as he explores the serious, sensational, spirited—and sometimes silly—ways the nation celebrated its history in 1976.

🗓️ Tuesday, June 2
🕕 6-7 PM
📍 Fairfield Public Library, 1080 Old Post Rd.
🎟️ Free admission. RSVP required on our website. https://bit.ly/42iYM8Q

🤝 This program is co-presented by the Fairfield Museum and the Fairfield Public Library - Connecticut.

🫶 The Fairfield Museum's commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence is made possible through the generous support of the following premier level sponsors:

Town of Fairfield, CT
Cambridge Trust
Fairfield Rotary Club
Brody Wilkinson PC

05/31/2026

“Portraits of Fairfield,” on view now on the Fairfield Museum Commons! https://www.fairfieldhistory.org/exhibitions/portraits-of-fairfield/

Our June America 250 | CT Events eNews is out now! Loads of exciting events around the state available on CT Visit. Check it out at www.cthumanities.org/enews

05/31/2026

Uncover the true story behind Israel Putnam—the legendary "Old Put" at our June History Bites program!

Join local historian Robert Ernest Hubbard, author of "Major General Israel Putnam: Hero of the American Revolution," as he separates fact from fiction. Discover the defining moments in Putnam’s life, including his leadership of the Continental Army encampment in Redding during the winter of 1779.

📘 A book sale and signing will follow the presentation.

📅 Thursday, June 11
🕛 12-1 PM
🎟️ $5 suggested donation

Visit our website to learn more! https://bit.ly/4dkom2h

✨ The Fairfield Museum's commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence is made possible through the generous support of:
Brody Wilkinson PC
Cambridge Trust
Town of Fairfield, CT
Fairfield Rotary Club