July 4th Celebration at Keeler Tavern Museum | What’s happening in Fairfield County, CT

July 4th Celebration at Keeler Tavern Museum


*The event has already taken place on this date: Tue, 07/04/2023
Celebrate community, independence, and the 57th anniversary of Keeler Tavern Museum & History Center’s opening day! A fun and patriotic Ridgefield tradition, with activities for the whole family. July 4th holds a spot of honor in the nation’s history . . . and in KTM&HC’s own site-specific history! On July 4, 1966, the museum opened its doors to the public for the first time, kicking off a decades-long commitment to preserving and sharing our site’s history with the widest audiences possible. Visitors will find lots to do on our beautiful four-acre site, and exploring all our site has to offer is even easier this year, thanks to major site improvements that are transforming our four acres into a more accessible and cohesive experience.

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Admission for the July 4th Celebration is free, thanks to generous sponsor Pamby Motors! Discover the historic tavern museum at your own pace, check out Summering with the Gilberts: Leisure & Labor in the Early 20th Century in the Gilbert Wing of the museum, enjoy family activities in the historic carriage barn, and listen to live music on the tented terrace: progressive bluegrass by the always popular Angry O’Haras! Cool off with a delicious slice of free watermelon for all.

A scavenger hunt plus games and crafts on the front lawn are designed especially for younger visitors. And don't miss the dunk tank, where visitors get a shot at dunking a costumed “King George III.” 

At 2 p.m., KTM&HC will join organizations and individuals throughout Ridgefield, the state, and the nation in a coordinated bell ringing: “Let Freedom Ring” is a long-standing tradition where groups ring bells 13 times at 2 p.m. on the Fourth of July to celebrate our country’s freedom and independence. Following the bell ringing, there will be a dramatic reading of the Declaration of Independence, a reminder of the words and the promise that shaped our county.  

 


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Organization:

Keeler Tavern Museum

Location:

152 Main Street
Ridgefield, CT, 06877
United States

Phone:

203-438-5485
Contact name: 
Katie Burton, Ph.D.
The event has already taken place on this date: 
07/04/2023
Time: 
1 pm - 3 pm
Price: 
FREE

Ages

All Ages Adults & kids together Adults without kids