On View October 16, 2024 - March 9, 2025
In preparation for the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 2026, the Greenwich Historical Society presents a timely and dynamic exhibition that takes a fresh look at the impact of the Revolutionary War on our community.
The Revolution may have started in Massachusetts, but it soon spread to Connecticut, particularly Fairfield County and Greenwich, the gateway to Patriotic New England. With their safety and livelihood at risk, residents had to choose whether to support American Independence, to remain loyal to King George III or claim neutrality. This is the story of the people of Greenwich and their neighbors in Fairfield County, living, working, fighting, fleeing or dying on the front line of the Revolutionary War.
Original materials from the Revolution belonging to the Greenwich Historical Society, as well as other museums and archives, will be used to illustrate the impact of the War on our community.
Guided Exhibition Tours
Alternate Sundays from October 20, 2024 through March 9, 2025
FREE with museum admission
1:00-1:30pm
Gain deeper insights and information on the exhibition with Greenwich Historical society staff-led guided tours every other Sunday. Bring the kids and enjoy the “Let’s Learn” interactive exhibition feature. Take the opportunity to tour the National Historic Landmark Bush-Holley House before or after the gallery tour to learn more about how the Bush family navigated the formation a new nation.
Time Travelers KidStudio
Wednesdays and Saturdays
FREE for kids up to age 12 with an accompanying adult
12:00-4:00pm
Step back in time and learn how kids lived in Greenwich 250 years ago! Explore the colonial era through guided interactive art and history activities including toy making, dress-up, and crafts.
Greenwich During the Revolutionary War: A Frontier Town on the Front Line
has been curated by Kathy Craughwell-Varda.
