Norwalk Historical Society Museum

Autumn Ales at Mill Hill Beer Tasting with Gregg Glaser
2024-10-10 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Mill Hill Historic Park, 2 East Wall Street, Norwalk, CT, 06851, United States
Autumn Ales at Mill HillBeer Tasting with Gregg Glazer Thursday, October 10, 6:00-8:00pmMill Hill Historic Park, 2 East Wall St, Norwalk

Gregg Glaser
Join the Norwalk Historical Society for the “Autumn Ales at Mill Hill” beer tasting. An unforgettable evening of history, flavor, and fun! On Thursday, October 10, immerse yourself in the rich legacy of New England brewing with renowned beer expert Gregg Glaser in the Town House Museum, Mill Hill Historic Park – 2 East Wall Street, Norwalk, CT.
Gregg Glaser, a celebrated authority in craft beer, will guide guests through an engaging presentation on the “History of Beer in New England.” Along with fascinating insights, attendees will enjoy a curated tasting of regional beers, each paired with complimentary appetizers to enhance the experience.
Limited seating, so secure your spot! Don’t miss this perfect blend of education, history, and great beer! All guests must be 21 years or older to attend.

Net proceeds support the Norwalk Historical Society’s education programs and exhibitions.
Admission is $35 per person. To purchase tickets, please click the button here or scan the QR code.

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Thou Shalt Not Suffer a Witch to Live: Witch Trials in Early New England
2024-10-30 18:30 - 20:00 | CT
Thou Shalt Not Suffer a Witch to Live:Witch Trials in Early New England
Wednesday, October 30th, 6:30-8:00pmMill Hill Historic Park, 2 East Wall Street, Norwalk

Leslie Lindenauer
Join the Norwalk Historical Society and Leslie Lindenauer, Professor and author, as we dive into the dark history of witch trials in early New England – it’s gonna be a spooky ride!
In 1692-3 in Salem, Massachusetts the courts sentenced 19 people to hang and tortured a 20th to death. At least five more people died in jail. When most people think about the historic American witch trials, it is the events in Salem that dominate.
Fewer of us are aware that dozens and perhaps hundreds of people were tried for witchcraft in New England beginning over four decades before the events in Salem. Many of those trials occurred in Connecticut. At least sixteen people in Connecticut and Massachusetts were executed for the crime, most of them women. This program will explore those trials and consider how popular representations of witches – and Salem! – have changed over time.
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Light Refreshments.
Purchase Tickets : Online: $15, At the Door: $25
Net proceeds benefit the Norwalk Historical Society’s education programs and exhibitions. The Norwalk Historical Society is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.

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About Leslie Lindenauer
Leslie Lindenauer is a Professor in the Department of History, Philosophy, and World Perspectives at Western Connecticut State University in Danbury Connecticut, where she teaches courses in early American history, public history and museum studies, the American Revolution, local history, and gender studies. She holds an A.B. from Brown University, and an MA and PhD from New York University. She is currently working on an article examining the mythologies inherent in popular representations of early American witch trials. Her book I Could Not Call Her Mother: The Stepmother in American Popular Culture, 1750-1960 was published by Lexington Books.

Holiday Open House & Tour at Mill Hill Historic Park
2024-12-08 13:00 - 16:00 | Mill Hill Historic Park, 2 East Wall Street, Norwalk, CT, 06851, United States
Come join the Norwalk Historical Society on Sunday, December 8, 2024, from 1:00-4:00pm at Mill Hill Historic Park, located at 2 East Wall Street, Norwalk, CT, for a festive holiday open house! Explore three historic buildings and indulge in some seasonal treats. This in-person event is perfect for families and friends looking to get into the holiday spirit. Don’t miss out on this special opportunity to experience the magic of the season at Mill Hill!

This festive event is free and open to the public, offering visitors an opportunity to enjoy holiday cheer, treats, and a free self-guided tour of Mill Hill’s three historic buildings.

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Explore Historic Landmarks:

• Little Red Schoolhouse (1826): Discover how students learned in the 19th century.

• Governor Fitch Law Office (1740): Step into the workspace of Connecticut’s colonial-era leader.

• Town House (1835): Experience exhibits showcasing Norwalk’s vibrant history.

The Holiday Open House promises to be a delightful afternoon for families, history enthusiasts, and holiday lovers alike. Each building will feature seasonal decorations, exhibits, and insights into Norwalk’s past.

10 Reasons for Climate Hope
2025-04-26 11:00 - 12:00 | CT
10 Reasons for Climate Hope…and 10 Actions you Can Take Now!with CBS Sunday Morning Correspondent David Pogue

Saturday, April 26 at 11:00am
Norwalk Town House at Mill Hill Historic Park2 East Wall Street, Norwalk
Doors open at 10:30am. Book signing on the Norwalk Green afterward.

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Parking: NO parking on site. Parking is located across the street at the Family Center/ Human Services Council building. Follow blue signs to parking area. Additional parking is available on streets and Municipal Parking lots along Wall Street. Please pay attention to parking requirements.

Mill Hill Historic Park Open House and Earth Day on the Green
2025-04-26 11:00 - 15:00 | CT
Mill Hill Historic Park Open Houseand Earth Day on the Green
Saturday April 26, 202511:00am-3:00pm

This festival brings together a wide variety of environmental nonprofits, sustainable businesses, speakers, kids’ activities, and engaging and interactive displays – all to raise awareness of what we can do to have a positive impact on protecting the environment.

Tour the Norwalk River Valley Trail!
At 10:00am, join a guided walk that highlights Norwalk’s vibrant neighborhoods, rich history, and local initiatives with representatives from the Norwalk River Valley Trail (NRVT), Norwalk Health Department, Norwalk Historical Society, and City Hall Neighborhood Association.
The walk will start from Norwalk City Hall, cross over East Ave. to the trail along the Norwalk River to Mill Hill Historic Park, and The Green (~1hr.). Mill Hill Historic Park grounds and buildings will be open.

Visit our table on The Green and pick up a FREE wildflower seed packet!

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Memorial Day Open House at Mill Hill
2025-05-26 10:30 - 12:30 | CT
Memorial Day Open House at Mill Hill Monday, May 26 from 10:30am-12:30pmMill Hill Historic Park, 2 East Wall St., Norwalk

On Monday, May 26, 2025, the Norwalk Historical Society will have an Open House at Mill Hill Historic Park, 2 East Wall Street, Norwalk, CT, 10:30am-12:30pm.
Visit the Town House Cemetery (Mill Hill Burying ground), 3rd oldest cemetery in Norwalk. Information about Norwalk, Connecticut, veterans can be found at Honor Norwalk CT Veterans.
Explore Norwalk history from 13,000 BC to 1835 in the Town House (1835), Little Red Schoolhouse (1826), and Governor Fitch Law Office (1740).
Mill Hill Historic Park is located near the Norwalk Town Green (8 Park Street) and the Head of the Norwalk Harbor.

Connecticut Open House Day
2025-06-14 12:00 - 16:00 | Norwalk Historical Society Museum, 141 East Avenue, Norwalk, CT, 06851, United States
Connecticut Open House Day
Saturday, June 14th, Noon-4:00pmNorwalk Historical Society Museum141 East Avenue, Norwalk

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

FREE Norwalk Historical Society Museum admission.

Scouts & Soldiers: Native American Partners in Colonial Victory
2025-06-21 14:00 - 15:30 | CT
Interactive Program
Scouts & Soldiers:Native American Partners in Colonial Victory
Saturday, June 21st, 2:00-3:30pmMill Hill Historic Park2 East Wall Street, Norwalk

Drew Shuptar-Rayvis
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.

Garden Party at Mill Hill with Perry & Friends
2025-06-27 06:30 - 20:00 | CT
Garden Party at Mill Hill
with Perry & Friends
June 27th, 6:30-8:00pmMill Hill Historic Park2 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.

Independence Day Celebration & Bell Ringing Ceremony
2025-07-04 10:30 - 12:00 | Mill Hill Historic Park, 2 East Wall Street, Norwalk, CT, 06851, United States
Friday, July 4, 2025Mill Hill Historic Park, 2 E. Wall St., Norwalk

10:30am- Mill Hill Open House11:00am- Bell Ringing Ceremony Program

Join us for the annual Independence Day Celebration & Bell Ringing Ceremony. Includes: Mill Hill Open House, singing of the National Anthem, reading of selected sections of the Declaration of Independence by Norwalk’s Town Clerk, Rick McQuaid, and ringing of the Town House bell in recognition of the original 13 colonies. With remarks by Norwalk Mayor Harry Rilling and CT State Senator Bob Duff. Free and open to the public.

We Fought at Gettysburg: Program and Book Signing with Carolyn Ivanoff
2025-07-20 14:00 - 16:00 | CT
We Fought at Gettysburg:
Program and Book Signing with Carolyn Ivanoff

Sunday, July 20th, 2:00-4:00pm
Mill Hill Historic Park, 2 East Wall Street
Hear the stories of the men of Fairfield County and Norwalk at GettysburgCome join the Norwalk Historical Society at Mill Hill Historic Park for an exciting event featuring a talk by renowned author, Carolyn Ivanoff. Learn about the soldiers of the 17th Connecticut, the Fairfield County Regiment, through the Gettysburg campaign in June and July 1863.
This was a pivotal moment in American history. They describe what they saw, thought, and felt on the battlefield. These are the words of those who lived through the trauma of combat and survived to write about it. Reserve your spot now!
Books will be available for purchaseAttendees will have the opportunity to purchase the book and have it signed by the author. Light refreshments will be served following the presentation.
Don’t miss this chance to connect with Connecticut’s Civil War history and honor the local heroes who marched into one of the defining moments of the American story.

About Carolyn IvanoffCarolyn Ivanoff is a retired high school administrator, author, and independent historian specializing in 19th-century American history, with a focus on the Civil War and Connecticut’s historical legacy.
Named the American Battlefield Trust’s Teacher of the Year in 2003, she has received multiple Awards of Merit from the Connecticut League of History Organizations for her educational and preservation work, including the 2018 rededication of the 17th Connecticut Flagpole at Gettysburg.

Summer Beer Tasting & BBQ Bites
2025-07-31 18:00 - 21:00 | CT
Summer Beer Tasting and BBQ Biteswith Beer Expert Gregg Glaser Thursday, July 31st at 6:00pm, Mill Hill Historic Park

Tickets – Online: $35, At the Door: $45

Join the Norwalk Historical Society for an unforgettable evening of history, flavor, and fun at “Summer Beer Tasting & BBQ Bites” on Thursday, July 31, 2025, at 6:00 PM, at the historic Mill Hill Historic Park – Town House Museum, 2 East Wall Street, Norwalk, CT, located at the head of the Norwalk harbor and steps away from the Norwalk Green.

Gregg Glaser
Dive into the fascinating legacy of New England brewing with acclaimed beer expert Gregg Glaser, as he presents the “History of Beer in New England” — a captivating journey through centuries of hops, heritage, and craftsmanship.

Guests will enjoy a curated tasting of regional craft beers perfectly paired with mouthwatering BBQ bites, including pulled pork sliders, chicken, coleslaw, and corn salad.

“Summer Beer Tasting & BBQ Bites” is more than just an evening of delicious brews and savory bites — it’s a celebration of New England tradition and the stories that shape our community.

Don’t miss this perfect blend of education, history, and great beer! All guests must be 21 years or older to attend. IDs will be checked at the door.
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Net proceeds benefit the Norwalk Historical Society’s education programs and exhibitions. The Norwalk Historical Society is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.

A Night at the Museum with “Cooked Up”
2025-09-18 18:30 - 20:00 | Norwalk Historical Society Museum, 141 East Avenue, Norwalk, CT, 141 East Avenue, Norwalk, Connecticut, 06851, United States
A Night at the Museum with
“Cooked Up”
Thursday, Sept. 18th, 6:30-8:00pmNHS Museum, 141 East Ave., Norwalk

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Join the Norwalk Historical Society for a Night at the Museum, rocking out with the “Cooked Up” band!

On Thursday, September 18, 2025, 6:30-8:00 pm in the beautiful gardens at the Norwalk Historical Society Museum, 141 East Avenue, Norwalk, CT. Special guests Warren McGuire, guitar and David Lindsay, drums.

Listen to deep tracks from Alt to Americana • Classic to New Wave • Punk to Pop • 60s to Today. Presented by Building Community through Music. Bring a picnic, lawn chair, or blanket and enjoy this FREE event.

Museum entrance and free parking on the Norwalk City Hall campus parking area, City Hall Drive, Norwalk, CT. Located next to the Norwalk Health Department.

Thank you to our sponsors: Tuliptree Site Design and Building Community through Music.

The Norwalk Historical Society is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.

The Hidden History of Slavery in New York
2025-10-05 14:00 - 15:30 | Mill Hill Historic Park, 2 East Wall Street, Norwalk, CT, 06851, United States
Sunday, October 5, 2025, 2:00–3:30pm* Mill Hill Historic Park – Town House2 East Wall Street, Norwalk

*doors open at 1:30pm

Join us for an exclusive screening of the Emmy Award-winning documentary, “The Hidden History of Slavery in New York” — followed by a Q&A with producer Larry Epstein.

Amid national debates on how slavery should be taught in schools, high school student Richard French IV aimed to uncover the untold story of New York City’s central role in the Transatlantic Slave Trade. This 30-minute documentary, featuring Bryan Stevenson (founder of the Equal Justice Initiative), highlights a chapter of history often left out of textbooks.

“The Hidden History of Slavery in New York” received an award at the 67th Annual NY Emmy Awards (2024). Larry Epstein wrote, produced, and researched the project. During the event, Larry will also discuss Connecticut’s significant role in the slave trade. After the screening, he will lead a Q&A session.

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About Larry EpsteinLarry Epstein is a two-time Emmy award-winning documentary and news producer, journalist, writer, anchor, and corporate copywriter. Larry is a former executive producer at MSNBC and a former senior-level producer at the Fox News Channel and Fox Business Network.

Vampires in Connecticut
2025-10-26 14:00 - 15:00 | CT
Virtual Lecture with Dr. Nicholas BellantoniSunday, October 26 from 2:00-3:00pm

Join Dr. Nicholas Bellantoni as he reveals how vampire folklore and archaeology collided in New England.

In the 19th century, fear of vampires swept across New England. Join the Norwalk Historical Society as we explore this fascinating folklore and uncover a real-life mystery that began in 1990, when two boys stumbled upon human skulls in a Connecticut gravel quarry.

Archaeologists—including our speaker, Dr. Nicholas Bellantoni—investigated what turned out to be a forgotten colonial cemetery. One unusual grave raised suspicions of vampire beliefs, but the truth revealed a much deeper story rooted in public health concerns.

Through archaeology, forensics, genealogy, and folklore, learn how experts piece together the truth behind the “Connecticut vampires.”

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About Dr. Nicholas F. BellantoniDr. Nicholas F. Bellantoni received his PhD in Anthropology from the University of Connecticut (UConn) in 1987. He served as Connecticut’s State Archaeologist at the Connecticut State Museum of Natural History, and today is Emeritus in that role. He is also an Adjunct Professor of Anthropology at UConn and a past President of both the Archaeological Society of Connecticut and the National Association of State Archaeologists.

His research background includes forensic archaeology and faunal analysis from eastern North America. Nick is the author of many books written for the general public: The Long Journeys Home: The Repatriation of Henry Opukaha’ia and Albert Afraid of Hawk and “And So The Tomb Remained”: Exploring Archaeology and Forensic Science Within Connecticut’s Historical Family Mausolea, Archaeology Without Digging: Connecticut History Uncovered By Ground-Penetrating Radar, and Hiking Ruins of Southern New England: A Guide to 40 Sites in Connecticut, Massachusetts and Rhode Island.

Lecture - The Militia’s History and Evolution into the National Guard
2025-11-09 14:00 - 15:30 | CT
Lecture with historian Mark Albertson:
The Militia’s History and Evolution into the National Guard
Sunday, November 9 at 2:00pmNorwalk Town House, 2 E. Wall Street, Norwalk

The Battle of Lexington by William Barnes Wollen, 1910

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The Norwalk Historical Society presents an insightful lecture with historian Mark Albertson titled “The Militia’s History and Evolution into the National Guard.”
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Albertson will delve into the evolution of America’s citizen-soldier tradition, tracing its roots from the British colonial era through the Seven Years’ War, the Revolution, and the creation of the United States Constitution. His talk will illuminate how early experiences and fears of standing armies influenced the Founders’ decision to establish a militia system under state control. This idea endures in today’s National Guard.
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About Mark AlbertsonMark Albertson is a historian and educator specializing in American military and constitutional development. His research draws from both academic and military sources, offering an accessible yet scholarly perspective on the roots of the U.S. defense system.
He is the historical research editor at Army Aviation magazine in Monroe, Connecticut, and the historian for the Army Aviation Association of America. Albertson has authored several books: USS Connecticut: Constitution State Battleship; They’ll Have to Follow You! The Triumph of the Great White Fleet; On History: A Treatise. He is at work on a two-volume history of Army Aviation, Sky Soldiers: The Saga of Army Aviation. He has also published articles in a variety of newspapers and magazines.

Norwalk Historical Society Museum Closed
2026-02-14 00:00 - 23:59 | CT
Please note: this pertains to the Norwalk City Hall location

The Courtship of George Washington and Martha Custis
2026-02-14 14:00 | CT
Valentine’s Day Lecture
The Courtship of George Washington and Martha Custis
Sunday, February 14, 2:00pmMill Hill Historic Park, 2 East Wall St., Norwalk
(Rain date: Sunday, February 15, 2:00 p.m.)

Ledy Waschingdon & Excelenc Georg General Waschingdon c. 1780 Artist Unknown
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a unique living history program!
Maria and Michael Grillo
The Norwalk Historical Society presents a special Valentine’s Day program featuring historical interpreters Michael and Maria Grillo, who will bring to life the romance of our country’s first “First Couple.” Discover the story of George and Martha’s courtship and enjoy fascinating insight into 18th-century courting customs among America’s upper classes.
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As Michael notes, “bringing characters out of the pages of history and breathing life into them” helps audiences better understand historical events by allowing them to “see, touch, or feel the past.”
Snow Date: Sunday, February 15, 2026 @ 2:00 p.m.

History Revealed by Schoolgirl Samplers
2026-03-07 14:00 | Mill Hill Historic Park, 2 East Wall Street, Norwalk, CT, 06851, United States
Lecture by Alexandra Peters, Needlework Historian
History Revealed: Schoolgirl Samplers
Sunday, March 7 at 2:00pmNorwalk Town House, 2 E. Wall Street, Norwalk
Join needlework historian Alexandra Peters, and dive into the world of vintage stitching & discover the stories behind schoolgirl samplers.

Sampler, Amanda G. Smith, Aged 11 years, February 23, 1837, Norwalk, Conn, City of Norwalk
Alexandra Peters, Needlework Historian
A sampler may look like decoration at first glance – but needlework historian Alexandra Peters argues it can be a primary source. On Saturday, March 7, 2026, at 2:00 p.m., Peters will present “History Revealed: Schoolgirl Samplers” for the Norwalk Historical Society at Mill Hill Historic Park – Town House (2 East Wall St., Norwalk). Admission is free; registration is required.
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Peters, a sampler collector and curator, will explore how 19th-century schoolgirl samplers illuminate life before the Industrial Revolution from the “often surprising perspective of young women.” She describes samplers as “historical documents written by girls on silk and linen with needles,” preserving values, education, family life, and lived experience in thread.

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The lecture is paired with a companion exhibition at the Norwalk Historical Society Museum, featuring over a dozen samplers and needlework from the Norwalk Historical Society & Museum collection. For the March 7 program, selected pieces will also be displayed at Mill Hill during the lecture, offering attendees a rare chance to view these works up close. This lecture is part of the Norwalk Historical Society’s public programs commemorating the 250th Anniversary of the United States Declaration of Independence. The Norwalk Historical Society is an America 250|CT Affiliate.

About Alexandra Peters Alexandra Lally Peters was born in Scotland and emigrated to the United States in 1959. She holds an MA in Developmental Psychology from Columbia University and writes essays and novels. She is a historian of needlework and the lives of girls in the late 1700s and early 1800s.

About the Norwalk Historical Society The Norwalk Historical Society is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Incorporated in 1899, the Norwalk Historical Society preserves and shares Norwalk’s rich history through programs, exhibits, and events. The Society has two locations in Norwalk: Mill Hill Historic Park (2 East Wall Street) and the Norwalk Historical Society Museum (141 East Avenue).

The 19th Amendment – Women and the Right to Vote
2026-03-21 14:00 | CT
Lecture by historian Mark Albertson
The 19th Amendment – Women and the Right to Vote
Saturday, March 21 at 2:00pmMill Hill Historic Park, 2 East Wall St., Norwalk
Alice Paul toasts the ratification of the 19th Amendment, August 26, 1920. National Woman’s Party Collection, Library of Congress
In honor of Women’s History Month, the Norwalk Historical Society presents an insightful lecture with historian Mark Albertson titled “The 19th Amendment – Women and the Right to Vote.”
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Historian Mark Albertson will trace the decades-long struggle for suffrage, which culminated in the passage of the 19th Amendment. His talk will cover some of the leaders in this struggle and analyze the effect of the Great War on the women’s political agenda.
About Mark AlbertsonMark Albertson is a historian and educator specializing in the development of American military and constitutional history. His research draws from both academic and military sources, offering an accessible yet scholarly perspective on the roots of the U.S. defense system.

He is the historical research editor at Army Aviation magazine in Monroe, Connecticut, and the historian for the Army Aviation Association of America. Albertson has authored several books: USS Connecticut: Constitution State Battleship; They’ll Have to Follow You! The Triumph of the Great White Fleet; On History: A Treatise. He is working on a two-volume effort on the history of Army Aviation, titled Sky Soldiers: The Saga of Army Aviation. He has also published articles in a variety of newspapers and magazines.

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National Woman’s Party Delegation from Connecticut in Washington, DC on June 9, 1915. Photo: CT State Library

Earth Day Festival on the Green
2026-04-25 12:00 - 16:00 | CT
Earth Day Festival on the Green
Saturday, April 25th, 2026 Noon-4pm
Norwalk Town Green, 8 Park St., Norwalk

Mill Hill Historic Park will be open for self-guided tours, and at 10:30am, the Norwalk Historical Society is partnering with the Norwalk River Valley Trail (NRVT) and the Norwalk Health Department to lead a group walk along the Norwalk River.
Additional River Walk InfoThe walk along the Norwalk River will begin at Norwalk City Hall (125 East Ave.) at 10:30am. Free parking available. We will take a leisurely walk (~45 minutes) to Mill Hill Historic Park, with informative stops along the way about the Norwalk River Valley Trail, Norwalk History, and Health – Become a NorWALKER! Mill Hill Historic Park admission is FREE. All are welcome.
Norwalk Earth Day Tree PlantingThe Norwalk Earth Day tree planting will be at Mill Hill this year! The City of Norwalk and the Norwalk Historical Society will plant a tree at Mill Hill Historic Park (2 East Wall St.) at 12:00pm. Mill Hill is a short walk from the Norwalk Earth Day Festival on the Historic Norwalk Green.

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Rendezvous with Rachel Revere
2026-05-17 14:00 - 15:30 | Mill Hill Historic Park, 2 East Wall Street, Norwalk, CT, 06851, United States
Rendezvous with Rachel Revere
Sunday, May 17, 2:00pm
Mill Hill Historic Park, Norwalk

Travel back to 1775 for storytelling and an unforgettable encounter with Rachel Revere in Revolutionary America.

The Norwalk Historical Society presents a History At Play, LLC immersive living history experience, Rendezvous with Rachel Revere, on Sunday, May 17, 2026, at 2:00 PM at Mill Hill Historic Park – Town House, 2 East Wall Street, Norwalk, CT.
Rendezvous with Rachel Revere ushers the audience back to May 2, 1775. Rachel Revere has heard only once from her beloved husband Paul, since his legendary midnight ride on the 18th of April.

Still isolated from one another due to the Siege of Boston, Rachel desperately creates a plan which shall safely take her children: six step-children from Paul’s first marriage and a newborn baby of their own, from the reach of the British Regular Army besieging Boston.

In this program, the audience assists Rachel as she carefully considers the dangers and demands of their escape. Find out if Rachel is successful in her perilous mission to unite her family, amidst the wake of an American Revolution.

Guests will enjoy tea and light snacks as you step back in time for this engaging living history experience.
Tickets: $17.85. Purchase Online Only. No Refunds.

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Net proceeds benefit the Norwalk Historical Society’s educational programs and exhibitions. The Norwalk Historical Society is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.
