Sunday, November 1, 2009
The Last Witch-Hunt: Fairfield 1692-93 with Professor David D. Hall
Time: 2:00 pm
Location: Fairfield Museum & History Center
Description: Drawing from his book, Witch-Hunting in Seventeenth-Century New England: A Documentary History, 1638-1693, Professor David D. Hall of the Harvard Divinity School will discuss the issues surrounding the New England witch-hunts, such as gender, village politics, religion, and popular culture in 17th century New England.
Encounter the witch-hunts through the eyes of those who participated: the accusers, the victims, the judges. The original texts tell in vivid detail a multi-dimensional story that conveys not only the process of witch-hunting but also the complexity of culture and society in early America.
Co-sponsored with the Daughters of the American Revolution
Pre-registration suggested.
Fee: Free for DAR & CAR members, $5 for members of the museum, $7 for non-members
For more information contact info@fairfieldhs.org
Thursday, November 5, 2009
“Searching for Wordin Avenue”
Time: 7:00 pm
Location: Fairfield Museum & History Center
Description: This film written and directed by Steven Ross, commemorates the Hungarian community in Bridgeport to help a new generation of Connecticut citizens rediscover this rich and vital part of their heritage. The film focuses on the universal immigrant experience, particularly the extraordinary qualities of the ordinary people of Hungary and many other countries who made America their home. A discussion with Robert Kranyik of Magyar news will follow.
Please pre-register.
Fee: Free for members, non-members free with museum admission.
For more information contact info@fairfieldhs.org
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
Community Day – Celebrating Our Cultural Legacies
Time: 1:00 pm
Location: Fairfield Museum & History Center
Description: Community Day, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
In conjunction with our exhibit on the Hungarian community, enjoy a scavenger hunt and family-friendly activities exploring our cultural heritage in the museum’s galleries. Learn about the many different people who lived and settled in Fairfield and your own heritage, as well.
Please pre-register.
Fee: Free for members, free with admission.
For more information contact info@fairfieldhs.org
Saturday, November 14, 2009
Holiday Train Show: Model Building
Time: 10:00 am
Location: Fairfield Museum & History Center
Description: Build and paint a wooden model train building which will be displayed in Christmas Town as part of the Fairfield Museum’s Holiday Express Train Show.
Co-sponsored with Hobbytown USA.
Fee: $15 per child $3 discount for Fairfield Museum members
For more information contact info@fairfieldhs.org
Sunday, November 15, 2009
Sharing Our Stories: Hungarian Culture
Time: 2:00 am
Location: Fairfield Museum & History Center
Description: Families of Hungarian descent are invited to bring their family artifacts to share. Participants will share their items and the stories that make up their family history. Museum staff will explain how to preserve and take care of your precious heirlooms. Some materials will be available for purchase. Please bring photos of delicate or fragile items. Our apologies, no appraisals will be offered.
Please pre-register.
Fee: Free for members, non-members free with admission.
For more information contact info@fairfieldhs.org
Wednesday, November 18, 2009
Girls Club
Time: 4:30 pm
Location: Fairfield Museum & History Center
Description: Inspired by dolls and history, we’ll learn about a different time period and make a craft or delicious food to eat! Bring your doll!
Pre-registration / payment required.
Caregivers welcome, but not required to stay!
Fee: Members, $10; Non-members, $15.
For more information contact info@fairfieldhs.org
Friday, November 27, 2009
Community Day – Hungarian Art and Culture
Time: 11:00 am
Location: Fairfield Museum & History Center
Description: From 11:00am - 3:00pm, enjoy a family-friendly community day celebrating the Hungarian community in our region. View displays on Hungarian culture, listen to a variety of music and color your own Hungarian folk designs. At 2:00pm, Erika Papp Faber will present a talk on "Hungarian Contributions to the World."
Fee: Free for members, non-members free with admission.
For more information contact info@fairfieldhs.org
