Driving through the center of town you have probably noticed the scaffolding and construction materials around Whitehouse across from the Norfolk Green. Workmen will be replacing the roof and restoring masonry around the chimneys and cornices. Construction is expected to continue into September 2012.

Whitehouse was home to the Battell family from approximately 1800 until 1939, when Ellen Battell Stoeckel left her estate in trust for use as a summer Music School by Yale University. Since that time, the historic house has served as residence for the Directors of the annual Norfolk Festival. The present Director, Paul Hawkshaw, says that the current repairs are the second phase of what is hoped will be a restoration of the entire building. Any questions about the project or the Festival may be directed to Paul Hawkshaw at 860-542-3000.