On Saturday, Sept. 2, from 5:30 to 7 pm, Westport Historical Society is offering a special experience right in our own backyard- a boat tour to visit Hummock Island, the site of the charming historic oyster house that sits in the middle of Sherwood Mill Pond. Have you ever wondered who lived there? Now’s your chance to find out!
Jeff Northrup’s family built this house in 1747 and he will be sharing wonderful stories about their oyster family business. Once on the island, Jeff, our Hummock Island tour guide, will tell you about the history of oystering in CT and his family legacy. As part of the tour, we’ll have an oyster tasting and shucking lesson, along with wine and other light bites on the front porch of the island house overlooking the water.
Reservations are required for this exclusive tour and may be made by calling 203-222-1424.
Seating is limited to the first 30 people. Tickets are $110 per person. Proceeds support the educational programs at WHS.