The Traveling Redhead-Rock Ledge Estate & Stable

On a quest to feature and highlight some of the amazing contributions made by Irish immigrants and Irish Americans, we are kicking off The Traveling Redhead and The Tag along blond with a gem. Nestled on the outskirts of coastal neighborhood of Rowayton, in the city of Norwalk Connecticut, you can find Rock Ledge Estate and Stables.

The original owner of the estate was James Augustus Farrell who began his career as a laborer working in a wire mill. Who, in the true embodiment of the American dream climbed the corporate ladder to become the President of the US Steel Corporation. Farrell and his family earned a prestigious place in society as one of the first affluent Irish Families in the area.

Rock Ledge was considered a summer residence, the architecture was ornate, and an example of eclectic revival. Stone carvings paid homage to the Farrell Families Celtic roots.

Today the main property is home to a financial management firm and the stables were converted into the Rowayton Community Center and library. The complex contains several offices, meeting rooms, a teen center, Paddle huts and a dog park. This is a must see on your to do list!

For additional information pertaining to the history behind the estate, please visit the website for Connecticut Irish Heritage Trail.

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