Opening Night Lecture: Monuments – Commemoration and Controversy at Fairfield University Art Museum

The Fairfield University Art Museum will present its Opening Night Lecture for the exhibition Monuments: Commemoration and Controversy on Thursday, September 18, 2025, from 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm. The lecture will be delivered by Wendy Ikemoto, Vice President and Chief Curator at the New-York Historical Society.

Ikemoto will explore the complex history and ongoing debates surrounding monuments, addressing how public memorials shape our understanding of history, memory, and cultural identity. This thought-provoking program sets the stage for the museum’s new exhibition, offering valuable context and perspective for visitors.

The Fairfield University Art Museum is located at 1073 North Benson Road, Fairfield, Connecticut. For more information, visit fairfield.edu/museum or call (203) 254-4000.