Westport Museum for History & Culture, has been a cultural and educational organization dedicated to preserving, presenting and celebrating the history of Westport since its founding in 1889. Our mission is to continually engage in scholarly research and examination of Westport’s history as part of the larger American story in order to encourage interest in recognizing and preserving the records, relics and historic sites of the Town of Westport and vicinity, thereby encouraging a holistic view of local and national history that is inclusive of the histories of all people and groups represented in American heritage.