Fire & Freedom Festival

Honoring 250 Years of American Courage and Service

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Join us for a powerful day of history, community, and celebration at the Fire & Freedom Festival at Haley Mansion in Mystic, Connecticut. This special event honors the dedication of our nation’s veterans while celebrating the 250th anniversary of America’s founding. Guests will step back in time through immersive experiences, historical reenactments, live entertainment, and family-friendly activities throughout the day.

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Date: July 5
Location: Haley Mansion, hosted by Inn at Mystic
Admission: Free and open to the public

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Veteran Torch Relay

The day begins at 9:00 AM with a ceremonial Veteran Torch Relay departing from Fort Griswold Battlefield State Park. The torch will travel through several community checkpoints along the route, carried forward as a symbol of the enduring flame of liberty first ignited during the American Revolution. The relay’s final stretch leads to the grounds of Inn at Mystic, where the torch will arrive around noon. Its arrival marks the official opening of the festival with a ceremonial bonfire lighting, honoring the courage, service, and sacrifice of our veterans.

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Revolutionary-Era Festival (12:00 PM – 4:00 PM)

From 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM, the mansion grounds will transform into a lively Revolutionary-era celebration featuring:

• Historical reenactments

• Live entertainment and music

• Artisan crafts and colonial trades

• Educational demonstrations and workshops

• Food vendors and family activities

Guests of all ages are invited to explore history in an immersive, festive setting.

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Evening Period-Inspired Dinner

As the afternoon festivities conclude, the celebration continues with an optional ticketed period-inspired dinner. Gather for an evening meal inspired by the flavors and traditions of the Revolutionary era, bringing the day’s tribute to liberty to a memorable close.

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Event Highlights

• Veteran Torch Relay

• Historical Reenactments

• Educational Workshops

• Live Entertainment

• Artisan Vendors

• Family Activities

• Optional Period-Inspired Dinner

 

Questions

For additional information or event inquiries: cpoulin@innatmystic.com

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