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Norwalk is an attractive historical city situated in the US state of Connecticut. Norwalk has become part of the New York metropolitan area though it has it own character and attractions to satisfy most visitors, and with the proximity to New York you could always visit NYC for a day trip or two.
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Norwalk is full of history, museums and culture making this an interesting and fun place to visit for young and old alike. Amongst the attractions on offer in this city that was established way back in 1651 are the following:
Norwalk Museum Norwalk has many excellent museums but a good place to start any visit to this city is the Norwalk Museum. Housed within what was formerly the South Norwalk city hall, this museum focuses on the history of the city, and if you’re interested in architecture the Colonial Revival building it’s situated in will probably appeal to you as much as the museum itself! Mill Hill Historic Park Norwalk’s Mill Hill Historic Park is a living history museum; a fact that makes this a popular visit with families with children. There are three buildings on the site – the law office, the schoolhouse and the town hall, plus an historic cemetery. The law office of Governor Thomas Fitch IV is the earliest building as this was constructed around 1740, while the schoolhouse dates from 1826 and the town hall from 1835. Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum The historic Lockwood-Mathews Mansion is now a museum that conserves this impressive home which has been declared a National Historic Landmark and is on the National Register of Historic Places. Built in the Second Empire style of architecture the 62 room mansion is open for tours, and has featured in several movies. Nearby the mansion is the Stepping Stones Museum for Children. Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk The Maritime Aquarium in Norwalk is one of the city’s top attractions and focuses on the Long Island Sound. There are recreated habitats where creatures such as seals, river otters and loggerhead turtles can be seen. There are many display tanks as well as two touch tanks plus a special exhibit of 14 scaled ship models. |