Upcoming Events
A New Birth of Freedom: Norfolk in the War of the Rebellion
In the 1840 Presidential election, Thomas Cowles was the first man in Norfolk to openly cast a vote for James G. Birney, the nominee of the Abolitionists party. Mr. Cowles was applauded somewhat vigorously by some of his fellow townsmen and friends, and this independent act caused much interest and discussion over the next twenty
June 7 — October 12, 2025
Norfolk Historical Society Museum, 13 Village Green, Norfolk, CT
Past Events
Walking Historical Norfolk: A guided tour with Ann Havemeyer and Barry Webber
Meet at Station Place for a guided tour of historical Norfolk with Ann Havemeyer and Barry Webber
Station Place
Behind-the-Scenes Tour of the Norfolk Historical Museum
Join us for a behind-the-scenes tour of the Norfolk Historical Museum, featuring our latest acquisition, the original Norfolk Downs sign.
Norfolk Historical Museum
Cake Auction
Don’t miss our first annual Cake Auction!Drinks & Nibbles 5-7 pm.Followed by a live auction of delicious, festive, homemade cakes. $20/person ($25 at the door)RSVP belowor by mailing checks and names of attendees toThe Norfolk Historical SocietyPO Box 288, Norfolk, CT 06058
Norfolk Historical Museum on the Green