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Norwalk Historical Society Museum: A Window into Norwalk's Past

Explore Norwalk's captivating history through engaging exhibits and collections at the Norwalk Historical Society Museum.

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The Norwalk Historical Society Museum, located in a brick house next to Norwalk City Hall, offers a glimpse into the city's rich history through diverse exhibits and collections. Open Wednesday through Saturday, it's a great place to explore local heritage.

A brief summary to Norwalk Historical Society Museum

  • Wednesday 12 pm-4 pm
  • Thursday 12 pm-4 pm
  • Friday 12 pm-4 pm
  • Saturday 12 pm-4 pm

Local tips

  • Check the Norwalk Historical Society's website for information on current exhibits and special events.
  • Parking is available in the Norwalk City Hall parking lot.
  • Consider visiting Mill Hill Historic Park, also managed by the Norwalk Historical Society, to see more historical buildings.
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Getting There

  • Walking

    The Norwalk Historical Society Museum is located at 141 East Avenue, next to Norwalk City Hall. If you are in the downtown area, head east on East Avenue. The museum is a brick building with blue doors, located next to the Norwalk Health Department. The entrance and parking are accessible from the City Hall parking lot.

  • Public Transport

    The Norwalk Transit District (NTD) provides bus service in Norwalk. Check the NTD website for routes and schedules. Several bus routes stop near City Hall. From the bus stop, walk to the City Hall parking lot to access the museum. A single fare is $1.75.

  • Taxi/Ride-share

    Taxis and ride-sharing services like Uber and Lyft are available in Norwalk. Request a ride to 141 East Avenue, Norwalk. The driver can drop you off at the City Hall parking lot, where you can easily access the museum. A short taxi ride in Norwalk will cost approximately $14.

  • Driving

    From I-95, take an exit for Norwalk. Follow signs to East Avenue. The museum is located at 141 East Avenue, next to Norwalk City Hall. Turn into the City Hall parking lot for parking. Parking is free.

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The Norwalk Historical Society Museum, situated on the Norwalk City Hall campus, is dedicated to preserving and showcasing the history of Norwalk, Connecticut. Established in 1890, the society manages both the museum and Mill Hill Historic Park. The museum itself is housed in a charming brick building with a blue front door, adjacent to the Norwalk Health Department. Inside, visitors can explore a variety of exhibits that highlight different aspects of Norwalk's past. These exhibits include: * "Caught in the Crosshairs: The Secret of the Norden Bombsight" * "Destination Norwalk: African-American Migration from the South, 1940 – 1970" * "Eating off the Landscape: The Farrington-Lockwood Dessert Service" * "Form, Function, Family: Silver from the Norwalk Historical Society and City of Norwalk Collections" * "Margaret Hoyt Smith Norwalk's First Female Architect" * "New Deal, New Day: WPA Artists at Work and Play" * "Norwalk Collects: Celebrating Four Historic Collections" * "Norwalk: Portrait of Diversity" * "Self and the World: Experiencing Photography in 19th-Century Norwalk" The museum also features a gift shop that offers a variety of items, including home decor, art, jewelry, books, and clothing. The Norwalk Historical Society also manages Mill Hill Historic Park, which features the 1835 Town House, the 1828 schoolhouse, the c.1740 Governor Fitch Law Office, and the Mill Hill burying ground.

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