Community Corner
Seaport Association's Acheivements
Seaport Association of Norwalk has had a great 2018 and has big plans for 2019
2018 was a banner year for the Seaport Association. This all volunteer organization has initiated several new events including the 150- year celebration of the iconic Sheffield Island Lighthouse, a structure that is on the National Register of Historic Places.
A snapshot of some of the Association’s new 2018 programming includes:
Coordinated a photo contest with more than 100 entrants in order to increase the visibility of the Sheffield Island Lighthouse and Island on social media outlets.
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Created a blog to enhance the visitor experience, promote the island and inform the media of events and activities.
Implemented a Brick Walk Program to beautify the Island and to serve as a reminder of the generosity of people that support the Association’s mission.
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Welcomed and educated more than 400 school children by offering programs to engage and interest them in the conservation and history of Sheffield Island.
Coordinated programming for 2019 with area high school science teachers in order to expand our educational and conservation mission.
Organized several new and successful fundraising events including Docktails and Cocktails, a BBQ Feast and Italian Night as well as gala events celebrating the 150th birthday of the Sheffield Island Lighthouse.
The Association is planning a very active 2019 and here are just a few things on their “to do” list:
The construction and completion of a new permanent pavilion
Continuing restoration such as the metal work on the Lighthouse Tower
Replacement of the windows in the historic Light keeper's Cottage
Additional Plantings to help reduce the erosion and to enhance the beauty of Sheffield Island
Make structural improvements to the Island’s Docks and Ramps to enhance the visitor experience
Organize cleanup and removal of hundreds of yards of stone that washed ashore due to the recent storm and tidal surge.
Create a newsletter to continue to inform members and the visiting public of the activities of the Seaport Association throughout the year in order to foster and enhance our mission.
The conservation work of the Seaport Association on Sheffield Island can only occur with your support. A gift at any level helps the Seaport Association fulfill its mission to inspire interest and encourage learning about our maritime past by preserving and conserving Sheffield Island and Sheffield Island Lighthouse. This is the perfect time to make a small donation to this amazing organization that works so hard to preserve and conserve the maritime history of Norwalk and the Connecticut coastline. For more information call 203-838-9444 or visit them online at https://seaport.org
