April 2019
History Bites: A History of the American House with John Milnes Baker
John Milnes Baker, AIA, architect and author, will be presenting a two hour PART I of “A History of the American House” on April 2, 2019. The program covers the Early Colonial and Georgian Colonial periods through 1783, the official end of the Revolutionary War. The second hour of this program explores the development of Federal, Neoclassical and Greek Revival styles and ends with Washington Irving’s Sunnyside in 1835. Sunnyside was a turning point from the ancient classical world to…
Find out more »Intro to Yoga
Intro to Yoga Saturday, April 6, 2019 1:00pm-3:30pm Join Victoria Mellah, owner of Yoga Mobile Studio, for gentle yoga, meditation, lavender love shoulder massage and food awareness discussion with celebrated Executive Chef and Owner of The Main Course Catering, Cecily Gans, a certified Holistic Health Coach. No yoga experience or food knowledge necessary. Class equipment offered while available. Ticket price is $40 to be purchased at event. Reservations are recommended, for more information or to reserve your spot contact Victoria…
Find out more »Printmaking with Artist Liz Squillace of Paradox Ink
Learn the art of screenprinting from this professional artist and make your own creations on T-Shirts! Screenprinting makes art from a single design that repeats over and over. No two prints are ever the same! Advance Registration by April 10th required. T-Shirt Price: $20 for members; $25 for non-members.
Find out more »Spray Painting with Artist John Paul O’Grodnick!
Get your chance to be a street artist! Join this professional muralist known as JPO for an outdoor workshop on the historic Museum Commons behind the Fairfield Museum. Learn about the materials and techniques and take home your own creation! Advance Registration by April 12 required. Recommended for ages 8 and up. Dress to get dirty. Price: $20 for members; $25 for non-members. (Rain Date: Thursday, April 18.)
Find out more »Henna with Priyanka Jain
Meet this henna artist, learn about the materials & designs of her art, and get your own henna tattoo! Her 100% herbal paste is safe and skin friendly, and the temporary body art lasts 7-10 days. You can see Priyanka’s recent works at www.hennastyles.com. Advance Registration by April 12 required. Price: $20 for members; $25 for non-members.
Find out more »Roots to Branches Why Trees Matter
Learn about the history of Connecticut’s forests, the condition of Fairfield’s trees and hear from those organizations that are proactively, replanting trees, creating corridors and green spaces for wildlife while reclaiming our native habitat. Learn how to plant a tree and properly apply mulch or take a tree ID walk with tree expert Don Parrot of CT Arborists Inc. This program is free and open to the public. Registration is not required. For more information email forestry@fairfieldct.org or call (203)…
Find out more »May 2019
Museum After Dark: Jonathan Sturges: Merchant of Old New York
Robin McPhillips will talk about her new book, Jonathan Sturges: Merchant of Old New York. Learn more about the original owner of the Sturges Cottage, a Fairfield native who became part of the generation of leaders who founded the banks, railroads, and businesses that fueled America's rise as an economic power. Striking out from his home in Fairfield, Connecticut in 1822, Jonathan Sturges rose to become the lead partner of the largest coffee and tea trading house in New York.…
Find out more »CT Ancestry Society Meeting & Program
Join the Connecticut Ancestry Society for a special “show and tell” program where people will be invited to share their family members’ stories and artifacts related to World War. If you have done research on your family’s involvement with the war and would like to share, or if would like to be inspired by others to investigate more, this event is open to all.
Find out more »History Bites: Rosie the Riveter’s Connecticut Story
Gretchen Caulfield, Connecticut State Director of the American Rosie the Riveter Association (ARRA), will discuss the many ways that women in Fairfield and throughout the state contributed to the war effort during World War II. From factory jobs to volunteer work, Connecticut women stepped up to do their part. Some of these unique stories from interviews will be highlighted. The Connecticut chapter works with “Rosies” and families of “Rosies” to preserve their stories for the ARRA national archives and book…
Find out more »Yoga Benefit Class: The Veterans Yoga Project
Memorial Day is a time to remember and celebrate the men and woman of our armed forces who paid the ultimate sacrifice. Join Veterans Yoga Project, a non-profit 501(c)(3), for a yoga and meditation practice dedicated to honoring our nation's military. All funds raised will directly support Veterans Yoga Project in their mission of supporting veterans, families, and communities. Class will be held at the Fairfield Museum, Saturday morning May 25, from 8am - 9:30am. No prior experience is required;…
Find out more »Memorial Day Picnic
The community is invited to bring family and friends, blankets and picnic baskets to extend the festivities at the Fairfield Museum after the Town Parade. Enjoy an afternoon of food, games, crafts, and fun activities for everyone! Find a partner for the three-legged race and get ready for the Watermelon Eating Contest!
Find out more »June 2019
Save the date: Up, Up & Away
On June 8, 2019, the Fairfield Museum will kick-off the summer season of outdoor performances on the Museum Commons at an event not to be missed! The Gala Preview Party will be a spectacular dinner beneath the stars and welcome an A-list of guests representing leaders in the community, business and philanthropy who will enjoy: • Live music from Chris Coogan • Musical theater performances from Fairfield Center Stage • Specialty Cocktails on the Green • A farm-to-table dinner prepared…
Find out more »Summer Camp Session 1: Explore the World
Explore the natural environment surrounding the Fairfield Museum and discover the people who’ve lived along the coast. Explore the wide variety of open spaces including Ash Creek, St. Mary’s by the Sea, Pine Creek, and Jennings Beach. Learn how to make a sketchbook like the famous explorers and make drawings, sketches, paintings, and notes on our journeys. Study the local flora, fauna, observe bird life and listen to facts, folktales and stories of the sea and the Sound. Can we…
Find out more »July 2019
Summer Camp Session 2: Time Travelers
History comes to life through an exploration of historic sites and fascinating events. Step back in time when Native Americans lived on the coast, become an explorer or tavern keeper, learn about Victorian pastimes, and onwards through the mid-20th century. Become immersed in different time periods through trailblazing, historic tours, role playing, fun games and hands-on activities. Return to the present with a full week of amazing adventures and projects! Session 2: July 8 – 12 | 10am – 2pm…
Find out more »Summer Camp Session 3: Super Spies
Discover the intrigue, drama and our local connection with George Washington’s Culper Spy Ring. Find out more about spies throughout history, from the intrigues in Egypt and Rome to James Bond and the Cold War. Learn the skills and build the tools necessary to become a “super spy” by studying the history of spy-making, creating codes and disguises. Your mission: discover the mole in our midst, work as a team to create spy challenges and develop endurance by training with…
Find out more »August 2019
Summer Camp Session 4: Fairy Tales
Step into the magical realm of Fairy Tales! Celebrate timeless tales through art. Each day campers will listen and discuss a new fairy tale, create an art project using various mediums and techniques and retell the day's tale with a short group skit. Campers will enjoy learning and expressing themselves through the arts! Let’s have fun! Session 4: August 05-09 | 10am – 2pm | Ages 6 – 10 Members: $200; Non-Members: $225
Find out more »Summer Camp Session 6: Colonial Life
Step back in time and discover what life was like in Colonial times at the 1750 Ogden House, located at 1520 Bronson Road in Fairfield. Dipping candles, writing with a feather pen and ink, and making homemade butter and ice cream were all in a day’s work. Campers spend four days learning and playing at the Ogden House, a Fairfield Saltbox home dating back to 1750, and the final day on the historic Town Green exploring a 19th century schoolhouse…
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