"Revolutionary Road Trip" Through Darien, Rowayton and Norwalk

History is coming off the pages and onto the streets this June. The Middlesex Parish 250 Committee is proud to invite the community to the Revolutionary Road Tour on June 13th, from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. This free, self-guided event for all ages offers a unique opportunity for families and history buffs alike to explore 15 local sites that played pivotal roles in the American Revolution.

The tour spans the scenic landscapes of Darien, Rowayton, and Norwalk, transforming the local commute into a journey through the 18th century. Attendees will experience history firsthand through engaging storytelling, live reenactments, period-accurate games, and the unveiling of historic markers. All sites on the “road trip” will be open, with greeters and historic information.

The immersive community experience allows families to walk the same ground as the patriots and loyalists who shaped these towns, connecting our modern lives to the incredible stories right in our own backyards.

Featured stops on the tour include:

• The Mather Homestead: The site of a dramatic Loyalist raid where Joseph Mather was arrested and stolen silver was famously hidden in the well.
• The First Congregational Church of Darien: Where a minister and 50 men were captured by Tories during a Sunday service and sent off to Long Island jails.
• The Fitch Law Office in Norwalk: A rare architectural survivor that stood its ground during the British burning of Norwalk.
• Highland Farm: Offering a literal walk-through history on preserved lands.
• The Museum of Darien/Bates Schofield House: Tour the War Comes to Middlesex exhibition, explore the 1736 Colonial Saltbox house with expert guides, and indulge in a taste of history with traditional colonial hot chocolate served by The Pewter Pot Chocolatier. Children will also enjoy a seed planting project with members of the Darien Library and the Garden Club of Darien, taking home a sample of historic, heirloom herbs found in the museum’s memorial garden.

Using the Clio app is recommended to help navigate the day, as it features a curated route and digital guide: https://theclio.com/tour/2844. Whether you visit one stop or all fifteen, the tour is designed to be flexible and accessible for all ages.

For a full list of participating sites and more information on the upcoming 250th-anniversary celebrations, please visit https://www.middlesexparish250.org/250-tour.

For more information, please visit museumofdarien.org or call (203) 655-9233. The Museum of Darien is located at 45 Old King’s Highway in Darien, CT.

About the Museum of Darien

The Museum of Darien is dedicated to maintaining, collecting, preserving, and exhibiting materials of local historical value. Through educational programming and exhibits, the Museum aims to deepen community understanding of Darien’s heritage and promote the preservation of its unique past as the town continues to grow and evolve.

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