Keeler In The Community · Archive

Buy Tickets to KTM’s Popular Ghost Tours, October 24-26

Ridgefield, Conn.— It’s time to get your tickets for this year’s Ghosts of Ridgefield tours! Keeler Tavern Museum’s (KTM) annual ghost tours run Friday, October 24 through Sunday, October 26. Explore KTM’s historic site after dark as you follow your guide across our four-acre campus – prepare yourself for ghostly encounters and storytelling with a […]

Tickets Selling Out for History on Tap Next Week

Ridgefield, Conn.— History on Tap at Keeler Tavern Museum & History Center (KTM&HC) is just around the corner, which means it’s time to get your tickets before they sell out! Grab a plus-one (or two, or three) and join us on Friday, September 26 for a fun and casual evening of drink tastings, delicious food, […]

Harvey Fierstein Exhibition Quilt Now on View in the Visitor Center

Come see the quilt Harvey Fierstein made to commemorate his world-premiere exhibition at Keeler Tavern Museum & History Center's Visitor Center – featuring our very own caretaker, Roger Keller. We’ve also restocked the exhibition’s signature tote bags – purchase yours now, as this limited supply will sell out quickly. KTM&HC’s Visitor Center is open Tuesdays […]

#HandsOnHistory: It Takes a Village is Open Through Early November

Ridgefield, Conn.— Try out historic tools, design a new town layout, and cast your vote for important trades – past, present, and future – at Keeler Tavern Museum & History Center’s (KTM&HC) #HandsOnHistory: It Takes a Village. The exhibition, located in KTM&HC’s Carriage Barn, is included in the cost of site admission and runs through […]

“Get to Know the Declaration of Independence” at Ridgefield Library on September 11

Ridgefield, Conn.— We’ve all learned about the Declaration of Independence – but what does the 1776 document actually say? Go beyond the famous phrase “Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness” during a facilitated discussion on Thursday, September 11 at 7 p.m., led by staff from Keeler Tavern Museum & History Center (KTM&HC) and Ridgefield […]

Tickets Now On Sale for History on Tap, September 26

Ridgefield, Conn.— Get a drink at Keeler Tavern Museum & History Center (KTM&HC)! On Friday, September 26, our historic site will once again provide a beautiful setting for a night out with friends, family, and colleagues. Sample local beers and liquors from Elicit Brewing Co., Charter Oak Brewing Co., and Litchfield Distillery; listen to live […]

“Britain and the American Dream” with Historian Peter Moore – Aug. 21 on Zoom

Join us on Thursday, August 21 at 7 p.m. on Zoom for "Britain and the American Dream" presented by Peter Moore - the first program of our speaker series "Declaration Deep Dive," an ongoing collaboration between Keeler Tavern Museum & History Center (KTM&HC) and Ridgefield Library to commemorate America 250.  KTM&HC and Ridgefield Library are proud […]

Hundreds Attend Harvey Fierstein’s World Premiere Quilt Exhibition at KTM&HC

Ridgefield, Conn.— What a show! Almost 700 people visited Keeler Tavern Museum & History Center in late July for Tony Award-winning playwright, actor, and activist – and Ridgefield resident! – Harvey Fierstein’s first-ever public showing of his quilts. At "You Made That?" The Quilting Adventures of Harvey Fierstein, attendees included quilters, art aficionados, and Harvey's […]

Join Us This Friday for the July 4th Family Day and Townwide America250 Kickoff

Ridgefield, Conn.— After months of planning, the July 4th Family Day & Townwide America250 Kickoff is only a few days away! Come to Keeler Tavern Museum & History Center (KTM&HC) this Friday, July 4 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. for a free, fun community event, with tons of great activities for all ages. The […]

Ridgefield Artists Draw, Paint, And Sculpt Freedom

Ridgefield, Conn.— A group of talented Ridgefield artists have drawn what America means to them, and visitors can see their work first-hand at Keeler Tavern Museum & History Center’s historic carriage barn beginning July 4.  To mark the kickoff of Ridgefield’s year-long commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence […]