FAIRFIELD, CT – Fairfield Museum & History Center is pleased to announce the completion of its multi-year restoration of the Ogden House Historical property. The final phase of the project was generously funded by a matching grant from 1772 Foundation and Preservation Connecticut to aid with the repair of the Ogden house exterior. The restoration work was performed by Domus Constructors.
Built in 1740 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places (#79002651), Ogden House is among the oldest residences open to the public in Fairfield County, CT. In addition to its historical significance, Ogden House is an important property that is used for educational programming throughout the year and is an integral part of the Fairfield Museum's highly successful K-12 school and family programming. The newly completed project marks the end of a decade-long careful restoration effort to ensure the stability of the Ogden House structure and to secure its present and future use and relevance to the community.
“Ogden House has been beloved by generations of Fairfield residents and regional audiences, alike,” commented Mike Jehle, Fairfield Museum Executive Director. “It is the most admired and frequently visited historic structure managed by the Fairfield Museum and central to the Museum’s educational mission. Restoration and continuous upkeep are critical to maintain this treasured property that is showpiece for 18th-century colonial domestic life and offers a unique opportunity to explore both colonial home life and national history.”
Fairfield Museum and History Center is a vibrant nexus of community life offering dynamic family programs and exhibitions, sparking dialogue and deliberating the challenges of the future. Central to our community-focused mission is a desire to provide important historical context to pressing issues of our time, and to offer a safe, trustworthy environment where multiple perspectives can be heard, and collective solutions explored.
About 1772 Foundation
About the 1772 Foundation: Preservation Connecticut has partnered with the 1772 Foundation for more than a decade to award preservation grants that are impactful and meaningful in Connecticut. 1772 Foundation funds to not only undertake vital historic preservation work but also leverage significant private and public funding.