Things to do in Fairfield
Barnum Museum
Dedicated to the life and times of P.T. Barnum. Exhibits on General Tom Thumb and Jenny Lind; a miniature circus; an Egyptian mummy; a Victorian palace; the people, places and products that put Bridgeport on the map and shaped our nation. Call (203) 331-1104 for more information.
820 Main Street, Bridgeport, CT 06824
CT Audubon Society Birdcraft Museum and Sanctuary
This museum features the natural history of Southwestern Connecticut. A special children's section augments the regular exhibits. The six acre sites contains the museum, nature education center, and trails for walking Call (203) 259-0416 for more information.
314 Unquowa Road, Fairfield, CT 06824
Fairfield Historical Society
350 years of Fairfield history is detailed here through permanent and changing exhibits. The society is also home to a library and gift shop. Walking tours are scheduled throughout the year. Call (203) 259-1598 for more information.
636 Old Post Road, Fairfield, CT 06824
New Canaan Nature Center
Fascinating look into the science and nature in the area. Set on 40 acres, the nature center features gardens and a solar-heated greenhouse, as well as many trails, exhibits, an arboretum, live animals, and a maple sugar shed. Call (203) 966-9577 for more information.
144 Oenoke Ridge, New Canaan, CT 06824
Stamford Museum and Nature Center
Experience nature, science and the outdoors at this 118 acre site. The museum houses changing exhibits on both area and natural history, as well as a planetarium. Outside the museum visitors will find a lake, working farm, wildlife center, picnic areas and numerous trails. Admission is charged for most areas of the center. Call (203) 322-1646 for more information.
39 Scofieldtown Road, Stamford, CT 06824