Welcome to The Ward-Heitmann House Museum

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Our Mission

The mission of the Ward-Heitmann House Museum Foundation is to restore, preserve, and protect the Ward-Heitmann House—West Haven’s oldest surviving structure and a treasured piece of Connecticut’s colonial heritage—for present and future generations. We are dedicated to historically accurate conservation, stewardship of the building’s fabric and landscape, and the advocacy of traditional preservation practices that honor the house’s 18th-century origins and continuous 250-year history. Through community engagement, education, and responsible fundraising, we ensure that this architectural and cultural landmark remains a vibrant testament to the story of our region, accessible and meaningful as a museum, learning resource, and civic treasure.

The Ward-Heitmann House Museum
277 Elm Street, PO Box 573, West Haven, CT 06516
Email:  WardHeitmannHouse@gmail.com 

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The museum is currently closed to the public, but the Board has been busy obtaining grants and supervising restoration and preservation projects. Please check our Restoration Progress page for updates on current projects.