Est. 1868 · Norwalk, Connecticut

The West Norwalk Meeting House

Restoring a cornerstone of our community

The West Norwalk Meeting House is one of Norwalk Connecticut's most treasured historic landmarks. Help us preserve it for generations to come.

Amount Raised
$67,000
34% of $200,000 Goal
$133,000 still needed · 57 donors so far
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Historic meeting house exterior

A place of gathering since 1868

The meeting house is still a simple, sturdy white building, 25 x 48 feet, with its original clapboard, a tower in front, original tall pointed windows along the sides, lovingly restored inside – and crying out for outside painting and restoration. You may pass it everyday as you drive along West Norwalk Road. When you do, think about helping to maintain this historic building.

After decades of deferred maintenance, the building faces urgent structural challenges. Our preservation initiative brings together historians, craftspeople, architects, and neighbors committed to returning the Meeting House to its former grandeur.

1868
Year Founded
158
Years of History
501c3
Tax-Exempt Nonprofit

Progress, phase by phase

Our multi-phase restoration is guided by a team of preservation architects working within the Connecticut State Preservation Office standards. Here's where we've been — and where we're going.

2023

New Roof Installation

Addressed leaking, holes from tree limbs, animal nests, and other roof issues.

✓ Complete
2024

Architectural Assessment & Planning

Engaged with 2 architects for preliminary scope analysis as a prerequisite for near term planning.

⧗ In Progress
2024

New Front Door and Removal of Underground Oil Tank

Replaced the existing front door with a period-appropriate replica to match the historic character of the building. Excavated and removed the underground oil tank.

✓ Complete
2025

Infrastructure Work and Kitchen Demolition

Removed the 1960's kitchen, which was no longer in use. Replaced outdated electrical systems with modern, code-compliant wiring. Moved breaker box to crawl space.

✓ Complete
2025

New Well Pump

Moved well pump from exterior location into crawl space.

✓ Complete
2026

Interior Painting and Mildew Remediation

Repaint interior walls and ceilings, addressing any mildew issues that may have developed prior to the restoration.

✓ Complete
2026

1772 Foundation Grant Application

Submitted application for the 1772 Foundation's 2026 $10K grant to offset total cost for gothic windows restoration.

✓ Complete
2027

Exterior Painting and Repair

Repaint exterior and repair any damage to the siding and wooden structure.

Planned
2027

Foundation and Crawlspace Repairs

Repoint mortar joints and repair any damage to the foundation and crawlspace. Add moisture barrier.

Planned
2027

Entry and Accessible Ramp Installation

Replace front stairway with period accurate design; install wheelchair accessible ramp at the back door.

Planned

Our benefactors

We are deeply grateful to the individuals, families, and organizations whose generosity is making this restoration possible.

🥇 Founding Benefactors

Friends of the Norwalk Museums
Wall Street Place
Connecticut State Historic Preservation Office

🥈 Preservation Patrons

The Aikenhead Family
The Henneberry Family
The Stonehill Family
Margaret O'Brien
The Bernier Family
Jane and Katherine Kresser

🥉 Heritage Friends

Santo and Kathryn Delallo
Mark and Heidi DeWyngaert
Fred Fletcher
Jack Kauffman
Ann Lewis
Catherine McGettigan
Carol and Peter Nolin

Board of Directors

SK

Sarah Kline

President
RB

Robert Bernier

Vice-President
KJ

Kate Johnson

Senior Director
DS

David Stonehill

Treasurer
AB

Andrea Bernier

Secretary
JC

Jen Chadwick

Director
BA

Bob Anderson

Director
SB

Sue Brotherton

Director

Upcoming Events

May
18
2026
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Milestone Event

Join us as we celebrate the completion of the interior restoration with an official ribbon cutting ceremony. Remarks from the Board, a historic walking tour, and light refreshments will follow.

🕐 10:00 AM 📍 186 West Norwalk Road 🎟 Free & Open to All

Contact us

We'd love to hear from you

Whether you're interested in donating, volunteering, booking a future event, or simply want to learn more about our work — reach out and we'll get back to you shortly.

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186 West Norwalk Road
Norwalk, CT 06850
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203-948-5933
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Office hours: Currently Closed
Site tours by appointment