As the War for American Independence rages on, General George Washington must depend on his trusted spy network for key intelligence about British movements.  In our brand-new Escape Room experience where you are one of Washington’s spies, a fellow spy known simply as “The Lady” left vital plans for you hidden in a strongbox tucked ...

For more than 50 years the Museum has been taking oral histories from the community. These valuable records give us first-person insight into the times in which people lived. We continue to build our collection of oral histories which inform research, exhibitions and programs with a special focus on areas that are underrepresented. One area ...

For more than 50 years the Museum has been taking oral histories from the community. These valuable records give us first-person insight into the times in which people lived. We continue to build our collection of oral histories which inform research, exhibitions and programs with a special focus on areas that are underrepresented. Oral histories ...

Discover the heroes of the American Revolution during the Westport Museum’s Paths ofPatriots Walking Tour, part of its Real Revolution America 250 exhibition. Held in one ofWestport’s earliest cemeteries, this powerful program explores the town’s Revolutionary Warpast. Hear gripping stories of the day Green’s Farms burned, discover the resilience of localpatriots, and learn about enslaved ...

Ages 8 and up Family Friendly You know pickles from the supermarket, but did you know you can easily make your own? Pickling is a historic way of preserving food to keep it from spoiling. Throughout history, cooks rich and poor pickled vegetables and fruit to have food all year long. Quick refrigerator pickles use only vinegar, sugar, salt, and your favorite flavorings.  They don’t require a lot of ingredients or complicated know-how and ...

Ages 8 and up Family Friendly You know pickles from the supermarket, but did you know you can easily make your own? Pickling is a historic way of preserving food to keep it from spoiling. Throughout history, cooks rich and poor pickled vegetables and fruit to have food all year long. Quick refrigerator pickles use only vinegar, sugar, salt, and your favorite flavorings.  They don’t require a lot of ingredients or complicated know-how and ...

Ages 8 and Up  Butter is something you probably eat every day. You might spread it on your toast or melt it over your popcorn, but did you know that you can make it with just one ingredient and some elbow grease? If you’ve never tasted fresh homemade butter, this is your chance. You may never go back to the supermarket for it ...