The Norwalk Town House

The Norwalk Town House is located in Mill Hill Historic Park. Used as the seat of government until June 30, 1913, the Norwalk Town House, or former Town Hall The original Meeting House was built in 1659 and through to 1835 there had been a number of iterations leading up to the building we know it as today.

The regal, Federal-style brick building was built in 1835 by Captain Lewis Raymond. Interestingly, the bricks used in the construction of the building were brought to Norwalk by the Captain, they were used as the ship’s ballast on the journey over.

The original Town House, Used as the seat of government until June 30, 1913, the Norwalk Town House, or former Town Hall, went through several iterations between locations and different buildings.

Today, the regally kept Town House displays historic memorabilia and continues to be used for meetings, events, and educational programs. It is maintained by the Norwalk Historical Society and the Norwalk Historical Commission.

It is definitely worth a visit to Mill Hill Historic Park. You’ll also find the 1826 Downtown District Schoolhouse (Little Red Schoolhouse), the c.1740 Governor Fitch Law Office, the Mill Hill cemetery (3rd oldest in Norwalk), and a Colonial Herb garden. 

The grounds are open year round from dawn to dusk. The Mill Hill buildings are open during special events and by appointment for group tours. Find out more about the Norwalk Town House’s revolutionary history at https://norwalkhistoricalsociety.org/.