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SUMMARY:10/23/26 | Accused! Fairfield’s Witchcraft Trials Tour
DESCRIPTION:In 17th-century New England\, religious beliefs and folk traditions instilled deep fears of magic\, evil\, and supernatural powers. Feel your spine tingle on this special tour experience that unravels the mysteries of Fairfield’s witchcraft trials. Together\, we will visit the remnants of a pond where women accused of witchcraft were interrogated by “ducking.” Then\, experience a live performance about the women who endured panicked accusations and unearth why Fairfield’s story was so different from what happened in Salem. Enjoy bewitching seasonal sweets as part of this haunting evening. \nRegistration is required. Members: $30; Non-Members: $35. \n  \nProgram Details \n\nPre-registration is required—no drop-ins will be allowed.\nNo physical ticket will be mailed. Check in using your name.\nTours are approximately 60 minutes long and will depart on their ghostly journey promptly at 6:30 PM.\nTours will meet at Fairfield Museum lobby.\nThis program is recommended for adults and kids ages 12 and up.\nRestrooms will be available at the Fairfield Museum.\nPersonal photography is permitted at Museum programs. Continuous audio or video recording of our programs is not permitted.\nPlease dress for the weather and wear comfortable shoes. We will be standing and walking for extended periods\, mostly on grassy areas throughout the Museum Commons.\nIn case of inclement weather\, the Fairfield Museum will make every effort to reschedule the tour. Please check the Fairfield Museum website (www.fairfieldhistory.org) for weather-related updates.\nNo refunds will be given unless the program is cancelled by the Fairfield Museum.\n\n 
URL:https://www.fairfieldhistory.org/event/10-23-26-accused-fairfields-witchcraft-trials-tour/
LOCATION:Fairfield Museum\, 370 Beach Road\, Fairfield\, CT\, 06824\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Programs & Tours,Walking Tours
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SUMMARY:Lantern Tour: Mountain Grove Cemetery
DESCRIPTION:Stop for a spell amongst rustling leaves and winding paths for a special tour exploring the connections to planes\, trains\, and automobiles found within Mountain Grove Cemetery in Bridgeport. Pay your respects to showman & politician P.T. Barnum\, Alfred Bishop of Housatonic Railroad\, aerospace engineer Anselm Franz\, car manufacturer Isaac Trumbull\, lighthouse keeper Kathleen Moore\, and more. \nRegistration is required. Members: $15; Non-Members: $20. \n  \nTour Location: Enter through the gate at the intersection of North Ave. & Dewey St. in Bridgeport and follow the signs for parking. \n  \nProgram Details \n\nPre-registration is required—no drop-ins will be allowed.\nTours are approximately 90 minutes long and will depart on their ghostly journey promptly at 10 AM\nThis program is recommended for adults and kids ages 12 and up.\nRestrooms will be available.\nPlease note that there will be one section of the tour that has a gradual uphill walk.\nPlease note this walking tour is about 1 mile long.\nPersonal photography is permitted at Museum programs. Continuous audio or video recording of our programs is not permitted.\nPlease dress for the weather and wear comfortable shoes. We will be standing and walking for extended periods\, mostly on paved roads throughout the cemetery.\nIn case of inclement weather\, the Fairfield Museum will make every effort to reschedule the tour. Please check the Fairfield Museum website (www.fairfieldhistory.org) for weather-related updates.\nNo refunds will be given unless the program is cancelled by the Fairfield Museum.\n\n 
URL:https://www.fairfieldhistory.org/event/lantern-tour-mountain-grove-cemetery-2/
LOCATION:Mountain Grove Cemetery\, Intersection of North Ave. & Dewey St.
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Programs & Tours,Walking Tours
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SUMMARY:Haunted Candy House Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Savor spooky season by assembling your very own haunted candy house using recycled materials and lots of sweet treats! \n$25 per house \n  \nProgram Details: \n\nRegistration is required.\nNo physical ticket will be mailed. Check in using your name.\nNo refunds unless the program is cancelled by the Fairfield Museum.
URL:https://www.fairfieldhistory.org/event/haunted-candy-house-workshop-2/
LOCATION:Fairfield Museum\, 370 Beach Road\, Fairfield\, CT\, 06824\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Fun,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261024T183000
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SUMMARY:10/24/26 | Accused! Fairfield’s Witchcraft Trials Tour
DESCRIPTION:In 17th-century New England\, religious beliefs and folk traditions instilled deep fears of magic\, evil\, and supernatural powers. Feel your spine tingle on this special tour experience that unravels the mysteries of Fairfield’s witchcraft trials. Together\, we will visit the remnants of a pond where women accused of witchcraft were interrogated by “ducking.” Then\, experience a live performance about the women who endured panicked accusations and unearth why Fairfield’s story was so different from what happened in Salem. Enjoy bewitching seasonal sweets as part of this haunting evening. \nRegistration is required. Members: $30; Non-Members: $35. \n  \nProgram Details \n\nPre-registration is required—no drop-ins will be allowed.\nNo physical ticket will be mailed. Check in using your name.\nTours are approximately 60 minutes long and will depart on their ghostly journey promptly at 6:30 PM.\nTours will meet at Fairfield Museum lobby.\nThis program is recommended for adults and kids ages 12 and up.\nRestrooms will be available at the Fairfield Museum.\nPersonal photography is permitted at Museum programs. Continuous audio or video recording of our programs is not permitted.\nPlease dress for the weather and wear comfortable shoes. We will be standing and walking for extended periods\, mostly on grassy areas throughout the Museum Commons.\nIn case of inclement weather\, the Fairfield Museum will make every effort to reschedule the tour. Please check the Fairfield Museum website (www.fairfieldhistory.org) for weather-related updates.\nNo refunds will be given unless the program is cancelled by the Fairfield Museum.\n\n 
URL:https://www.fairfieldhistory.org/event/10-24-26-accused-fairfields-witchcraft-trials-tour/
LOCATION:Fairfield Museum\, 370 Beach Road\, Fairfield\, CT\, 06824\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Programs & Tours,Walking Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261025T120000
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SUMMARY:2026 Halloween on the Green
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this 10th annual free family event on the Museum Commons\, presented in partnership with Town of Fairfield and Fairfield Community Services. Enjoy trick-or-treating\, giveaways\, displays in the historic buildings\, food vendors\, a bounce house & more! \nIn case of inclement weather\, the event will be cancelled. It will not be rescheduled. Please check fairfieldhistory.org for any weather-related updates. \nFree \n  \nCo-sponsored by the Fairfield Museum\, the Town of Fairfield\, and Fairfield Community Services. \n  \nParking: \n\nPlease note that the Beach Road entrance to the Fairfield Museum will be closed.\nYou can park in the Town of Fairfield lots\, accessible from Old Post and Beach Roads.\nThere is street parking available on Old Post\, Beach\, and Penfield Roads.\n\n  \n  \n \n 
URL:https://www.fairfieldhistory.org/event/2026-halloween-on-the-green/
LOCATION:Fairfield Museum\, 370 Beach Road\, Fairfield\, CT\, 06824\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Family Fun
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261027T100000
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SUMMARY:Sing Me a Story with Fairfield Public Library
DESCRIPTION:Join us every Tuesday between September 8  and October 27 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. \nFree admission. Registration is NOT required. \nIt is recommended that you arrive early for limited parking and bring a blanket to sit on. In case of inclement weather\, storytime will take place inside the Fairfield Museum. \n\n  \n\nLooking for more activities with the little ones?\nOpen Play @ Victorian Cottage | Tuesdays | September 8\, 2026 – October 27\, 2026 | 10:30 am to 11:30 am \n\nExplore the Fairfield Museum’s dedicated early childhood space. (Free Admission)
URL:https://www.fairfieldhistory.org/event/sing-me-a-story-with-fairfield-public-library-63/
LOCATION:Fairfield Museum\, 370 Beach Road\, Fairfield\, CT\, 06824\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Fun,Outdoor Programs & Tours
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SUMMARY:Open Play @ Victorian Cottage
DESCRIPTION:Fall 2026 Hours: Open on Tuesdays from 10:30 am to 11:30 am between September 8 through October 27\, 2026\nThe Victorian Cottage is the Fairfield Museum’s early childhood education space designed for kids to create\, explore\, and play. \nFree Admission.  \n\nLooking for more activities with the little ones?\nSing Me a Story with Fairfield Public Library \nTuesdays | September 8 – October 27 | 10 am | Free
URL:https://www.fairfieldhistory.org/event/open-play-victorian-cottage-73/
LOCATION:Fairfield Museum\, 370 Beach Road\, Fairfield\, CT\, 06824\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Fun,Outdoor Programs & Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261028T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261028T183000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20261007T152745Z
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SUMMARY:10/28/26 Lantern Tour: Fairfield’s Old Burying Ground
DESCRIPTION: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. \nRegistration is required. Members: $15; Non-Members: $20. \n  \nTour Dates: Wednesday\, October 28; Thursday\, October 29; Friday\, October 30 at 5:30 pm on each night \nTour Location: Meet at Fairfield Museum Main Entrance. \n  \nProgram Details \n\nPre-registration is required—no drop-ins will be allowed.\nTours are approximately 60 minutes long and will depart on their ghostly journey promptly at 5:30 PM.\nTours will meet at the front entrance of the Fairfield Museum.\nFeel free to bring your own flashlights.\nPersonal photography is permitted at Museum programs. Continuous audio or video recording of our programs is not permitted.\nThis program is recommended for adults and kids ages 12 and up.\nPlease dress for the weather and wear comfortable shoes. We will be standing and walking for extended periods.\nThe Old Burying Ground can be difficult for people with limited mobility. Please contact the Fairfield Museum to discuss any accessibility concerns.\nIn case of inclement weather\, the Fairfield Museum will make every effort to reschedule the tour. Please check the Fairfield Museum website (www.fairfieldhistory.org) for weather-related updates.\nNo refunds will be given unless the program is cancelled by the Fairfield Museum.\n\n 
URL:https://www.fairfieldhistory.org/event/10-28-26-lantern-tour-fairfields-old-burying-ground/
LOCATION:Fairfield Museum\, 370 Beach Road\, Fairfield\, CT\, 06824\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Programs & Tours,Walking Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261029T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261029T183000
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SUMMARY:10/29/26 Lantern Tour: Fairfield’s Old Burying Ground
DESCRIPTION: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. \nRegistration is required. Members: $15; Non-Members: $20. \n  \nTour Dates: Wednesday\, October 28; Thursday\, October 29; Friday\, October 30 at 5:30 pm on each night \nTour Location: Meet at Fairfield Museum Main Entrance. \n  \nProgram Details \n\nPre-registration is required—no drop-ins will be allowed.\nTours are approximately 60 minutes long and will depart on their ghostly journey promptly at 5:30 PM.\nTours will meet at the front entrance of the Fairfield Museum.\nFeel free to bring your own flashlights.\nPersonal photography is permitted at Museum programs. Continuous audio or video recording of our programs is not permitted.\nThis program is recommended for adults and kids ages 12 and up.\nPlease dress for the weather and wear comfortable shoes. We will be standing and walking for extended periods.\nThe Old Burying Ground can be difficult for people with limited mobility. Please contact the Fairfield Museum to discuss any accessibility concerns.\nIn case of inclement weather\, the Fairfield Museum will make every effort to reschedule the tour. Please check the Fairfield Museum website (www.fairfieldhistory.org) for weather-related updates.\nNo refunds will be given unless the program is cancelled by the Fairfield Museum.\n\n 
URL:https://www.fairfieldhistory.org/event/10-29-26-lantern-tour-fairfields-old-burying-ground/
LOCATION:Fairfield Museum\, 370 Beach Road\, Fairfield\, CT\, 06824\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Programs & Tours,Walking Tours
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SUMMARY:10/30/26 Lantern Tour: Fairfield’s Old Burying Ground
DESCRIPTION: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. \nRegistration is required. Members: $15; Non-Members: $20. \n  \nTour Dates: Wednesday\, October 28; Thursday\, October 29; Friday\, October 30 at 5:30 pm on each night \nTour Location: Meet at Fairfield Museum Main Entrance. \n  \nProgram Details \n\nPre-registration is required—no drop-ins will be allowed.\nTours are approximately 60 minutes long and will depart on their ghostly journey promptly at 5:30 PM.\nTours will meet at the front entrance of the Fairfield Museum.\nFeel free to bring your own flashlights.\nPersonal photography is permitted at Museum programs. Continuous audio or video recording of our programs is not permitted.\nThis program is recommended for adults and kids ages 12 and up.\nPlease dress for the weather and wear comfortable shoes. We will be standing and walking for extended periods.\nThe Old Burying Ground can be difficult for people with limited mobility. Please contact the Fairfield Museum to discuss any accessibility concerns.\nIn case of inclement weather\, the Fairfield Museum will make every effort to reschedule the tour. Please check the Fairfield Museum website (www.fairfieldhistory.org) for weather-related updates.\nNo refunds will be given unless the program is cancelled by the Fairfield Museum.\n\n 
URL:https://www.fairfieldhistory.org/event/10-30-26-lantern-tour-fairfields-old-burying-ground/
LOCATION:Fairfield Museum\, 370 Beach Road\, Fairfield\, CT\, 06824\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Programs & Tours,Walking Tours
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SUMMARY:History Bites | From Harvest Feasts to Turkey Day
DESCRIPTION:Honoring successful harvests stretches back to the longstanding traditions of Indigenous communities celebrating seasonal foods. In 1621\, English colonists in Plymouth\, MA celebrated their first harvest alongside the Wampanoag people who had taught them to grow corn and squash. The Thanksgiving we know today took shape when Abraham Lincoln declared the last Thursday of November as a national holiday starting in 1863. Join the Fairfield Museum’s Curator Chelsea Garth to explore the long history of Thanksgiving’s origins and its evolution\, as well as how it is remembered today. \n$5 suggested donation \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.fairfieldhistory.org/event/history-bites-from-harvest-feasts-to-turkey-day/
LOCATION:Fairfield Museum\, 370 Beach Road\, Fairfield\, CT\, 06824\, United States
CATEGORIES:America 250,Lectures & Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261108T130000
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SUMMARY:2026 Fall Speaker Series | Nobody Men: Neutrality and Loyalties in the American Revolution
DESCRIPTION:At least one‑third of the colonial population were neutral during the American Revolution\, yet they have rarely featured in narratives that shape our ideas about the conflict. By following a single transatlantic family\, the Crugers\, historian Travis Glasson puts neutrals—the “nobody men”—at the center of this tumultuous period’s history. Drawing from his new book Nobody Men: Neutrality\, Loyalties\, and Family in the American Revolution\, Travis Glasson\, Associate Professor of History at Temple University\, will explore the overlooked individuals of the Revolutionary era who fell between patriot and loyalist—highlighting how their choices shaped the Atlantic world. \n  \nAbout Travis Glasson \nTravis Glasson is a historian of early America\, Britain\, the British Empire\, and the transnational Atlantic world. He is an Associate Professor in the History Department at Temple University in Philadelphia\, PA\, and an Affiliated Faculty member of Temple’s Global Studies Program. He completed his MA and PhD at Columbia University and graduated from the College of the Holy Cross and LaSalle Academy in Providence\, Rhode Island. Glasson is a Fellow of the Royal Historical Society and has received grants and fellowships from institutions including the Whiting Foundation\, the John Carter Brown Library\, the Huntington Library\, the Harvard University Atlantic Seminar\, the American Historical Association\, and Clare Hall at the University of Cambridge. His publications include the books\, Nobody Men: Neutrality\, Loyalties\, and Family in the American Revolution (Yale University Press\, 2025)\, Mastering Christianity: Missionary Anglicanism and Slavery in the Atlantic World (Oxford University Press\, 2012)\, and articles in journals including the William and Mary Quarterly and the Journal of British Studies. \n  \nSee his new book here: https://yalebooks.yale.edu/book/9780300258899/nobody-men/ \n\nAbout the 2026 Fall Speaker Series – Reflecting at 250 \nJoin the Fairfield Museum for a series exploring how American history is interpreted and retold today now that the United States has marked the milestone of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. Prominent historians will examine how storytelling shapes our understanding of history\, highlight whose voices are amplified versus whose are marginalized\, and offer contemporary perspectives on our nation’s past. Together\, we will discover how the choices about what to remember—and what to overlook—shape national identity and ongoing debates about the American past and future. \n  \nAdditional Lectures in the Series: \nSeptember 20 | Stories of Connecticut’s Black Patriots | John Mills \nOctober 4 | The Will of the People | T.H. Breen \nOctober 18 | From Liberty to Legacy: Exploring American Ideals in the Musicals 1776 and Hamilton | Michael Langlois \n  \n  \nLight refreshments provided. \nRegistration is required. $15 for Members; $20 for Non-Members; $75 for the series; $60 for Members. \n  \n\nTicketing Policy \n\nNo refunds will be given unless the program is cancelled by the Fairfield Museum.\nWe do not pro-rate fees for missed days of the series.\n\n  \n 
URL:https://www.fairfieldhistory.org/event/2026-fall-speaker-series-nobody-men-neutrality-and-loyalties-in-the-american-revolution/
LOCATION:Fairfield Museum\, 370 Beach Road\, Fairfield\, CT\, 06824\, United States
CATEGORIES:America 250,Fall Speaker Series,Lectures & Programs
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SUMMARY:2026 Holiday Pop-Up Market
DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin us for the 12th annual Holiday Pop-Up Market on Friday\, November 13 and Saturday\, November 14\, a festive shopping event featuring local vendors\, artists\, and makers. Held in our unique museum setting\, the market is a thoughtfully curated selection of handmade goods\, original artwork\, specialty products\, and one-of-a-kind holiday gifts. This year’s market welcomes a record number of new vendors alongside longtime favorites. \n2026 Holiday Pop-Up Market Hours \nFriday\, November 13 from 4-7 pm. Enjoy a special wine and cheese reception on Friday. \nSaturday\, November 14 from 10 am – 4 pm. Santa will be visiting the market on Saturday from 10 am to 12:30 pm. \n  \nAdmission is a $5 donation\, which also enters you into our holiday raffle featuring a family Museum membership and hand-picked favorites from our Museum Shop. Cash or card accepted at the door. All proceeds support the Museum’s educational programs and free community events. \n  \n2026 Vendors \nAnchored Homestead\nArtisans of IQ\nBeauty Guru@Glam Garage\nCIRCOLO\nClover & Clay\nCrescent Street Design\nDharBazaar\nEvjoy\nJust J and Her Crochet\nKelsie O. Studio\nThe Lady Ming\nLovely Chocolate LLC\nLT Trinkets\nMostly Oak\nMount Cornwall Bindery\nOur Woven Community\nThe Perfect Page\nPottery by Dhvani\nReal + Co\nSabina Furst Designs\nSalt & June Jewelry\nTwo B’s Accessories\nZIGZAG BY JULIET \nNew this year: The Inclusive Brew will be parked outside the Museum on Saturday\, serving coffee and seasonal beverages (no ticket required). \nPlease note: The Fairfield Museum has been made aware of fraudulent social media posts attempting to recruit vendors and entry fees for our annual Holiday Pop-Up Market this November. These posts are scams and are not affiliated with the Fairfield Museum. \nPlease be cautious of online scams and fraudulent payment requests. Legitimate fees are collected only through the Museum’s official channels:  via our website (fairfieldhistory.org)\, in person with physical check\, or by credit card over the phone. The Fairfield Museum will never request payment through social media\, third-party payment apps\, electronic transfer\, or other websites. Official communications regarding the Holiday Pop-Up Market or other Museum events will only come from Museum staff using an email address ending in “@fairfieldhs.org.” \nPlease note that our Pop-Up Market vendor spaces are completely SOLD OUT for this year’s event. \nIf you encounter a suspicious post\, please call us immediately at 203-259-1598. Thank you.
URL:https://www.fairfieldhistory.org/event/2026-holiday-pop-up-market/
LOCATION:Fairfield Museum\, 370 Beach Road\, Fairfield\, CT\, 06824\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261114T100000
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SUMMARY:Meet Santa at the Holiday Pop-Up Market
DESCRIPTION:  \nBring the little ones to meet Santa at the Fairfield Museum’s 12th Annual Holiday Pop-Up Market! Kick off the season and get your holiday shopping done at this festive holiday market that features a thoughtfully curated selection of handmade goods\, original artwork\, specialty products\, and one-of-a-kind gifts. \nSanta’s visit is free for children 12 and under; adult admission to the market is $5. Cash or card accepted at the door. Each paid admission includes one entry into a drawing to win a gift bag from the Museum Shop\, including a one-year family membership. \nAll proceeds support the Museum’s educational programs and free community events.
URL:https://www.fairfieldhistory.org/event/meet-santa-at-the-holiday-pop-up-market-2/
LOCATION:Fairfield Museum\, 370 Beach Road\, Fairfield\, CT\, 06824\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Family Fun
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261114T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261114T160000
DTSTAMP:20261021T151330Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20261021T151330Z
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SUMMARY:2026 Holiday Pop-Up Market
DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin us for the 12th annual Holiday Pop-Up Market on Friday\, November 13 and Saturday\, November 14\, a festive shopping event featuring local vendors\, artists\, and makers. Held in our unique museum setting\, the market is a thoughtfully curated selection of handmade goods\, original artwork\, specialty products\, and one-of-a-kind holiday gifts. This year’s market welcomes a record number of new vendors alongside longtime favorites. \n2026 Holiday Pop-Up Market Hours \nFriday\, November 13 from 4-7 pm. Enjoy a special wine and cheese reception on Friday. \nSaturday\, November 14 from 10 am – 4 pm. Santa will be visiting the market on Saturday from 10 am to 12:30 pm. \n  \nAdmission is a $5 donation\, which also enters you into our holiday raffle featuring a family Museum membership and hand-picked favorites from our Museum Shop. Cash or card accepted at the door. All proceeds support the Museum’s educational programs and free community events. \n  \n2026 Vendors \nAnchored Homestead\nArtisans of IQ\nBeauty Guru@Glam Garage\nCIRCOLO\nClover & Clay\nCrescent Street Design\nDharBazaar\nEvjoy\nJust J and Her Crochet\nKelsie O. Studio\nThe Lady Ming\nLovely Chocolate LLC\nLT Trinkets\nMostly Oak\nMount Cornwall Bindery\nOur Woven Community\nThe Perfect Page\nPottery by Dhvani\nReal + Co\nSabina Furst Designs\nSalt & June Jewelry\nTwo B’s Accessories\nZIGZAG BY JULIET \nNew this year: The Inclusive Brew will be parked outside the Museum on Saturday\, serving coffee and seasonal beverages (no ticket required). \nPlease note: The Fairfield Museum has been made aware of fraudulent social media posts attempting to recruit vendors and entry fees for our annual Holiday Pop-Up Market this November. These posts are scams and are not affiliated with the Fairfield Museum. \nPlease be cautious of online scams and fraudulent payment requests. Legitimate fees are collected only through the Museum’s official channels:  via our website (fairfieldhistory.org)\, in person with physical check\, or by credit card over the phone. The Fairfield Museum will never request payment through social media\, third-party payment apps\, electronic transfer\, or other websites. Official communications regarding the Holiday Pop-Up Market or other Museum events will only come from Museum staff using an email address ending in “@fairfieldhs.org.” \nPlease note that our Pop-Up Market vendor spaces are completely SOLD OUT for this year’s event. \nIf you encounter a suspicious post\, please call us immediately at 203-259-1598. Thank you.
URL:https://www.fairfieldhistory.org/event/2026-holiday-pop-up-market-2/
LOCATION:Fairfield Museum\, 370 Beach Road\, Fairfield\, CT\, 06824\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261117T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261117T190000
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SUMMARY:Local to Fairfield Series | Buildings that Remember
DESCRIPTION:In conjunction with our special exhibition Happy Anniversary! Centenary Celebrations & Beyond\, join the Fairfield Museum’s Walt Matis to hear how local spaces and buildings were designed to commemorate significant historical moments. Discover the story behind the Fairfield Public Library’s Memorial Room\, Old Town Hall\, and other Fairfield monuments and locations. \nCo-presented with the Fairfield Public Library \n  \nFree. Program will take place at Fairfield Public Library. \n  \nRSVP HERE \n  \n 
URL:https://www.fairfieldhistory.org/event/local-to-fairfield-series-buildings-that-remember/
LOCATION:Fairfield Public Library\, 1080 Old Post Road\, Fairfield\, CT\, 06824\, United States
CATEGORIES:America 250,Lectures & Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261126T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261126T160000
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SUMMARY:Museum Closed
DESCRIPTION:The Fairfield Museum is closed today.
URL:https://www.fairfieldhistory.org/event/museum-closed-3/
LOCATION:Fairfield Museum\, 370 Beach Road\, Fairfield\, CT\, 06824\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261127T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261127T160000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T185603Z
UID:10002389-1795773600-1795795200@www.fairfieldhistory.org
SUMMARY:Museum Closed
DESCRIPTION:The Fairfield Museum is closed today.
URL:https://www.fairfieldhistory.org/event/museum-closed-4/
LOCATION:Fairfield Museum\, 370 Beach Road\, Fairfield\, CT\, 06824\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261224T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261224T120000
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SUMMARY:Drop-in Craft: Mini Polar Express Snowglobe
DESCRIPTION:Drop in during the winter break to create a mini Polar Express snowglobe to take home (while supplies last). $5 per globe.
URL:https://www.fairfieldhistory.org/event/drop-in-craft-mini-polar-express-snowglobe/
LOCATION:Fairfield Museum\, 370 Beach Road\, Fairfield\, CT\, 06824\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Fun
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261225T100000
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SUMMARY:Museum Closed
DESCRIPTION:The Fairfield Museum is closed today.
URL:https://www.fairfieldhistory.org/event/museum-closed-15/
LOCATION:Fairfield Museum\, 370 Beach Road\, Fairfield\, CT\, 06824\, United States
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SUMMARY:Museum Closed
DESCRIPTION:The Fairfield Museum is closed today.
URL:https://www.fairfieldhistory.org/event/museum-closed-16/
LOCATION:Fairfield Museum\, 370 Beach Road\, Fairfield\, CT\, 06824\, United States
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