Norwalk

Gray Barns

Nestled in the heart of the Silvermine neighborhood, Gray Barns has reinvented itself as a modern Inn for the 21st century traveller. This area was once an artists colony, attracting sculptures, writers, and painters to

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East Coast Kombucha

When we first visited East Coast Kombucha Company it was September of 2019, and they had just opened their new location in South Norwalk. The building they were in was a relic of Norwalk’s manufacturing

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Saugatuck Resevoir

Hiking The 203

updated January 24, 2022 Our guide to where to go when you want to hit the trail. Featuring: New Canaan, Shelton, Wilton, Norwalk, Bethel, Ridgefield, and Redding. Shelton leads the list because the people who

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Stroffolino Bridge

Why Is This Named That?

The bridge that spans the Norwalk River and connects East Norwalk to South Norwalk is named after Stanley H. Stroffolino. A former state senator and state representative from Norwalk, this Republican politician began his career

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Norwalk City Hall WPA Murals

This can be considered the largest collection of WPA murals in the country in one location. The actual collection of Norwalk’s WPA murals is more extensive and in many locations. Let’s get into it. President

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Mayor’s Gallery City Hall

City Hall has a somewhat active art exhibit program. Occasionally a curator is hired to create a themed exhibit in the Mayor’s Gallery. The connection to the arts community is rather one of inclusivity rather

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Wilson Avenue Artists Lofts

WALA is one of the few co-op artists studios in Norwalk. For awhile Norwalk had many but the ravages of developing former factories into apartments or offices took their toll. FedEX used to occupy this

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Norwalk Library Gallery

The gallery located in the main branch of the Norwalk Library on Belden features a rotating selection of Norwalk artists. On permanent exhibit are local faves Duvian Montoya and Jahmane.

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SPAG

St. Phillips Artists Guild is located in the Norwalk Arts District on France Street. Originally part of the St. Phillips, the building was repurposed to create artist studios. The Lockwood family built the house in

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Firing Circuits

Artist Studios in Central Norwalk. Located in a former lace factory, Firing Circuits is a collective of over 30 artist studios, home to well known local artists. The building is located off the beaten path,

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