Established over 300 years ago as a fishing port and harbor, Norwalk offers the charm of the past with the dynamics of the future. The city of Norwalk has a revitalized historic district (SoNo), varying inland residential neighborhoods, and a flourishing business district. Norwalk has evolved into a cultural center for the region boasting a local symphony, several notable museums and festivals, which are highlighted by the Maritime Aquarium, the Oyster Festival and the SoNo Arts Festival.

POPULATION  84,107

SQUARE MILES  23

SCHOOLS

• 11 Elementary Schools
• 5 Middle Schools
• 3 High Schools
• 2 Private Schools

MEDICAL FACILIES
Norwalk Hospital, Stamford Hospital, St. Joseph and Greenwich Hospitals are all within ten to twenty minute car ride. Honey Hill Care Center and Notre Dame Convalescent Home.

RECREATION

The Recreation Division of Norwalk provides various social programs and activities for handicapped and senior citizens, sponsors dance and music programs including the Norwalk Symphony, Youth Symphony, and Community Chorus. There are also programs in arts and crafts, as well as athletic programs including sports camps, tournaments, instruction and league play. Physical fitness programs, such as swimming lessons, exercise classes, etc. and a Summer Youth Playground Programs at various sites throughout Norwalk during the summer. Various City parks, boat launching ramps, comfort stations and boat moorings at Veterans Park and beaches.

Parks
   Veterans Memorial Park & Marins
   Cranbury Park
   Bayley Park
   Pinkney Park
   Beaches
   Calf Pasture Beach
   Shady Beach

VOLUNTEER SERVICES
Youth Services, Meals on Wheels, Norwalk Mentor Program, Salvation Army Women’s Crisis Center.

TRANSPORTATION

Driving
I-95 and Merritt Parkway, 35 minutes to New York, 45 minutes to New Haven.

Public Transportation
Metro North Commuter Railway offers service to New York City. Bus line, taxi and limousine service available to New York City Airports.

HISTORICAL SITES

Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum c. 1864
This is a National Historic Landmark. A 50-room Victorian palace with stenciled walls, inlaid woodwork, antiques, gift shop.

Stepping Stones Museum for Children
This museum invites children to explore, imagine, create and discover new experiences every time they visit. All of the exhibits designed for children ages 1 to 10, encourage hands-on-exploration and discovery, incorporating the themes of Science & Technology, the Arts, Culture and Heritage.

Sheffield Island Lighthouse c. 1968
Picturesque boat ride to 3 acre Park with picnic area. Lighthouse has 4 levels and 10 rooms to explore adjacent to the Stewart B. McKinley U.S. Fish & Wildlife Sanctuary.

HOUSE OF WORSHIP
There are many houses of worship for various denominations in town.

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