America at 250: Stories of Revolution - Mary Silliman's War (1994)

Join us as we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States of America. Beginning with a historical introduction by local historian Sandra Gibson-Quigley, stay for a screening of the film Mary Silliman's War. 

About the movie: Mary Silliman's War is a 1994 historical drama film about the American Revolution from the perspective of a woman whose husband is imprisoned by British loyalists. The film, based on the real Mary Silliman's letters and diaries, depicts her struggle to secure her husband's release while dealing with the social and political divisions within her community in Fairfield, Connecticut. It is known for its portrayal of the war's impact on ordinary people and its focus on the home front, rather than large-scale battles.