The Town of Fairfield is excited to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence beginning this Fall and continuing through 2026.

Our community partners have many exciting events planned and we are excited to unveil some larger, Town-wide events as details are finalized. So, continue to check back and visit Experience Fairfield often to stay up to date on celebratory plans. 

Looking to learn more about events or programming surround the 250th anniversary celebration? Check out our calendar to see what our community partners have planned. Be sure to utilize the event type filter and search America 250th.

 

In addition to programs & events throughout the celebration, be sure to check out the ongoing exhibitions brought to you by our community partners:

Fairfield University Art Museum

Monuments: Commemoration & Controversy

Bellarmine Hall Galleries

September 19 - December 20, 2025

Stitching Time: The Social Justice Collaboration Quilts Project and Give Me Life: CPA Prison Arts Program

Walsh Gallery

September 12 - December 13, 2025

Pequot Library

Beyond the Battlefield: The Pequot Swamp Fight in Public Memory

October 9, 2025 - January 10, 2026


Community Partners

Thank you to our community partners, who are helping us celebrate this historic milestone.