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
Creative Spaces, Preserved Places: Historic Artists’ Home and Studios
Author’s Talk Creative Spaces, Preserved Places: Historic Artists’ Homes and Studios Click here to view Talk from February 20th via Zoom https://youtu.be/kYXnkXJiSLc New England and Connecticut have long been a lure for artists and other creatives, able to claim the birthplace of the Impressionist movement in the United States. Connecticut can boast the locales
Zoom
Sixth Annual Cake Auction (now virtual)
Back by popular demand, even during a pandemic, the Norfolk Historical Society is please to present this years version of our popular Cake Auction. Thou this event will be held entirely on-line we know it will be the great success it has alway been thanks to you our faithful followers! Keep a lookout in your
Dinner at Fox Hill, A Virtual Exploration
Built in 1896 and designed by the New York architectural firm, Cady, Berg & See as the home for Mr & Mrs H. H. Bridgman, Fox Hill was revered as one of Norfolk’s grandest homes. It was demolished in 1947. The story of Fox Hill will come to life in a virtual presentation hosted
A virtual event via a Zoom link, access will be emailed to guests prior to the event