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Norwalk, CT | 203.838.9444 | seaport.org Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Twitter Member Profile | Member Since 1987 The Norwalk Seaport Association offers a cultural, environmental, and historical journey to the Norwalk Islands. The Sheffield Island Lighthouse and the Light Keeper’s Cottage provide a unique historical and educational venue which strives to increase awareness, appreciation and consideration for our environment and how the preservation of historic buildings and nature contribute to our quality of life. It is our belief that preservation strengthens the perpetual partnership between the past, the present and the future. The combination of the Lighthouse and the Stewart B. McKinney National Wildlife Refuge offers an unparalleled opportunity to educate children of all ages and adults about the importance of preserving Long Island Sound, our environment and maritime heritage. The Norwalk Seaport Association has owned, restored and maintained Sheffield Island Lighthouse since 1986 and is the official U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service Friends group for the Norwalk Islands. This three (3) hour excursion begins with a narrated tour of the Norwalk harbor and its three historic Norwalk lighthouses, ending with a one hour stop at Sheffield Island Lighthouse. Sheffield Island with its historic lighthouse, beaches and wildlife refuge offers abundant summer fun for visitors. Join us for the most breathtaking tour of the outer Norwalk Harbor and Norwalk's three historic lighthouses. Your trip begins with a narrated tour of the historic Norwalk Harbor, taking you back to Norwalk's early days when Native Americans introduced the English settlers to a strange seafood delicacy... raw oysters. As you leave the inner harbor you will cruise to the first of three Norwalk lighthouses Peck Ledge Light built in 1906 , then on to Greens Ledge Light built in 1902 then finally to the beautiful historic Sheffield Island Lighthouse, built in 1868 which is owned and operated by the Norwalk Seaport Association. The Seaport Association’s vessel, the C.J. Toth is available for charter for up to 49 people July - September. The charter is two hours long and is available any weekday or weekend, during the day or at sunset for $1500. Take advantage of our Monday / Tuesday special two hour Sunset charter price of $1000..there's limited availability. On board beverages and food is permitted, please bring your own utensils including bottle openers and coolers. Two hour cruises do not stop at Sheffield Island. Remember...you can rent Sheffield Island for private events!
Norwalk, CT | 203.838.9444 | seaport.org Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Twitter Member Profile | Member Since 1987
The Norwalk Seaport Association offers a cultural, environmental, and historical journey to the Norwalk Islands. The Sheffield Island Lighthouse and the Light Keeper’s Cottage provide a unique historical and educational venue which strives to increase awareness, appreciation and consideration for our environment and how the preservation of historic buildings and nature contribute to our quality of life. It is our belief that preservation strengthens the perpetual partnership between the past, the present and the future. The combination of the Lighthouse and the Stewart B. McKinney National Wildlife Refuge offers an unparalleled opportunity to educate children of all ages and adults about the importance of preserving Long Island Sound, our environment and maritime heritage.
The Norwalk Seaport Association has owned, restored and maintained Sheffield Island Lighthouse since 1986 and is the official U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service Friends group for the Norwalk Islands. This three (3) hour excursion begins with a narrated tour of the Norwalk harbor and its three historic Norwalk lighthouses, ending with a one hour stop at Sheffield Island Lighthouse. Sheffield Island with its historic lighthouse, beaches and wildlife refuge offers abundant summer fun for visitors.
Join us for the most breathtaking tour of the outer Norwalk Harbor and Norwalk's three historic lighthouses. Your trip begins with a narrated tour of the historic Norwalk Harbor, taking you back to Norwalk's early days when Native Americans introduced the English settlers to a strange seafood delicacy... raw oysters. As you leave the inner harbor you will cruise to the first of three Norwalk lighthouses Peck Ledge Light built in 1906 , then on to Greens Ledge Light built in 1902 then finally to the beautiful historic Sheffield Island Lighthouse, built in 1868 which is owned and operated by the Norwalk Seaport Association.
The Seaport Association’s vessel, the C.J. Toth is available for charter for up to 49 people July - September. The charter is two hours long and is available any weekday or weekend, during the day or at sunset for $1500. Take advantage of our Monday / Tuesday special two hour Sunset charter price of $1000..there's limited availability. On board beverages and food is permitted, please bring your own utensils including bottle openers and coolers. Two hour cruises do not stop at Sheffield Island. Remember...you can rent Sheffield Island for private events!