West Hartford's Webster House Seeks Help From Community

WEST HARTFORD, CT — The town's most historic site and one of its biggest tourist attractions is hoping folks can help it keep history alive in West Hartford.

The Noah Webster House & West Hartford Historical Society recently announced details for its annual appeal.

The fundraising drive seeks donations through the end of the year (though donations are always welcome) to help the museum and history center keep programs affordable and keep the museum operating smoothly.

It is located at 227 South Main St. West Hartford and it is open Monday to Saturday from 1 to 4 p.m.

"Education, preservation, community, and literacy are the foundational pillars upon which this museum has stood since 1965, and remain at the forefront of its mission, some 60 years after inception," wrote the museum in an announcement about its annual appeal.

"The Noah Webster House & West Hartford Historical Society is asking for your support right now to continue the amazing progress we’ve made in the past year."

The Noah Webster House is a National Historic Landmark and the birthplace of Noah Webster, Jr., who advocated for a united country through a common culture and language.

Most have heard of Webster's Dictionary and Noah Webster would be the man the dictionary is named for.

Webster, according to the historical society, also played a significant role in the early formation of the United States.

"As we approach the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence (2026), the museum will be a leader in telling this story," wrote the society.

"We pledge to safeguard this history…and to continue to deliver quality educational experiences for students and adults alike. We hope that you’ll join us in keeping this history alive and accessible for future generations."

For more information and to donate to the Noah Webster House & West Hartford Historical Society's annual appeal, click on this link.