About the Museum

A National Registered Historic Landmark in Norwalk CT

A National Historic Landmark since 1971, the Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum is regarded as one of the earliest and most significant Second Empire Style country houses in the United States.

~ New Exhibit ~

Historic Grounds & Modern Gardens - Juried Exhibition

The Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum will open the exhibition entitled, "Historic Grounds & Modern Gardens." The show will run from April 11-June 23, 2019 with a reception on Thurs., April 11, 2019, 5:30-7:30 p.m. The exhibition has been juried by artist and Trustee Gail Ingis.

~ New Exhibit ~

From Corsets to Suffrage: Victorian Women Trailblazers

The Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum will celebrate the centennial of the 19th Amendment to the Constitution with the exhibition, "From Corsets to Suffrage: Victorian Women Trailblazers", May 16-Nov. 3, 2019, 12-4 p.m. Opening Reception on May 16, 5:30-7:30 p.m., $5 for members; $10 for non-members.

Old-fashioned Flea Market

Sun., Sept. 15, 10:00 a.m - 4:00 p.m.

Flea Market shoppers looking for bargains and treasures might have that opportunity at LMMM’s 12th Annual Old-fashioned Flea Market where more than 80 vendors will be offering a variety of items including antiques, repurposed furniture, collectibles, jewelry, specialty foods, crafts, household items, clothing, and toys. The Museum will be open for $5 mini-tours and feature a White Elephant table where visitors can shop for rare finds.

National Award

LMMM Received Prestigious National Award

The Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum has won the most prestigious national award given by the American Association of State and Local History for the exhibit, "The Stairs Below: The Mansion's Domestic Servants, 1868-1938."