Keeler In The Community · Archive

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 […]

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 […]

Join us on July 4th to Celebrate Community & Independence!

Ridgefield, Conn.— As we mark the 249th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, join us this July 4th from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. for our July 4th Celebration, a family day and BBQ at Keeler Tavern Museum and History Center! The event will kick off to the iconic tunes of a […]

Dr. Leah Glaser to Present on June 5

Ridgefield, Conn.— Keeler Tavern Museum & History Center’s (KTM&HC) Revolutionary Perspectives series continues this June with an in-person talk by Dr. Leah Glaser. Join us in KTM&HC’s Garden House on Thursday, June 5 at 7pm! Glaser, a professor at Central Connecticut State University, will discuss how public history can raise awareness about the history of natural […]

Silent Auction Now Open for KTM&HC’s Sold-Out Cannonball Gala

Ridgefield, Conn.— Bidding is now open for Keeler Tavern Museum & History Center’s (KTM&HC) Cannonball Gala Silent Auction! The SOLD-OUT Gala is two days away, and we’re getting the party started early with an online Silent Auction that is open to everyone – regardless of whether or not you’re attending the event. Peruse auction items […]

Program to Feature Mike McIntire: “Behind the Headlines: The Evolution of Investigative Reporting”

Ridgefield, Conn.— Tickets are now on sale for “Behind the Headlines: The Evolution of Investigative Reporting” at Keeler Tavern Museum & History Center (KTM&HC) on Thursday, February 27. Explore the transformative power of investigative journalism with Mike McIntire, a Pulitzer Prize winner and reporter for The New York Times.  Discover how investigative journalism shaped pivotal moments in […]

One-Day Sale at KTM&HC’s Historic Barn

Don’t miss this sale! On Saturday, January 11 from noon to 4 p.m., head to the historic red barn at Keeler Tavern Museum & History Center (KTM&HC) for exclusive discounts on select Holiday Boutique merchandise and thoughtfully curated items generously donated by the family of Martha Campbell, a KTM&HC supporter. Ring in the new year […]

New Winter-Themed Exhibit at KTM&HC

Ridgefield, CT - Get a glimpse of winters past in KTM&HC's Visitor Center, where our newest exhibit is now on display. "Winter Fun" is free for all - no tickets required. At the turn of the 20th century, many Americans shifted how they celebrated Christmas. After decades of quiet, indoor celebrations focusing on piety and […]