Norwalk Historical Society Museum – Bringing Norwalk, Connecticut's Rich History to Life

Connecticut
Open House Day

Saturday, June 14th, Noon-4:00pm
Norwalk Historical Society Museum
141 East Avenue, Norwalk

This special event invites Connecticut residents to see the exhibits and discover amazing Norwalk history.

FREE Norwalk Historical Society Museum admission.

Interactive Program

Scouts & Soldiers:
Native American Partners in Colonial Victory

Saturday, June 21st, 2:00-3:30pm
Mill Hill Historic Park
2 East Wall Street, Norwalk

The Norwalk-Village Green chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution, in collaboration with the Norwalk Historical Society, presents Drew Shuptar-Rayvis, an Algonkian living historian!

Join us for an engaging historical interactive program that brings history to life through stories, demonstrations, and activities.

For Ages 7 and older (ages 14 & under must be accompanied by an Adult). Click here to register or for more information.

Self-Guided Museum Tours

Self-guided tours of the Norwalk Historical Society Museum are available Wednesdays-Saturdays daily at 12:00, 1:00, 2:00 and 3:00pm. To book a tour, please use the link below.

Explore Norwalk’s History in Two NHS Locations

Norwalk Historical Society Museum

In the Norwalk Historical Society Museum collections tell unique stories about Norwalk and its residents throughout time. NHS Administrative Offices and Gift Shop are also located at the Museum.

Hours
Wednesday–Saturday, Noon-4:00pm
Closed holidays and special events

Location
141 East Ave, Norwalk, CT 06851
Tel: 203-846-0525

Mill Hill Historic Park

Mill Hill Historic Park includes four historic buildings and an ancient cemetery: the 1835 Town House, the 1826 Downtown Schoolhouse, the c. 1740 Gov. Fitch Law Office, and the c. 1767 Mill Hill Burying Ground.

Hours
Grounds – open year round, sunrise-sunset
Buildings – open for special events and group tours.

Location
2 East Wall St, Norwalk, CT 06852
Tel: 203-846-0525

Have your historic home or building researched by the Historical Society!

Norwalk Historical Society

Historic Building Plaque Program

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Garden Party at Mill Hill with Perry & Friends

June 27th,
6:30-8:00pm
Mill Hill Historic Park
2 East Wall Street

Relax on a Friday evening at this FREE outdoor performance of classic rock & blues with Perry & Friends. Bring your lawn chair! Rain (inside Town House) or Shine.

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