In The Litchfield Hills
For decades, the Litchfield Hills has been a haven for artists who want to focus their creativity and produce work freely. This has naturally lead to the opening of an abundance of artists, galleries, music venues, theaters, and schools throughout the region.
Engaging the public in building a strong and connected arts and culture community that is integral to the economic development and the collective well-being of our region.
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National Historic Landmark owned by The Falls Village-Canaan Historical Society. Lectures & events. Available for wedding and event rentals.
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A stunning nature museum nestled admist 4000 acres of open space. Programs for children and adults, camping, 40 miles of hiking trails, and more!
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A great small library serving New Hartford and the entire Litchfield Hills.
The newly landscaped site features elements of the historic landscape and includes a children’s garden, education pavilion, small orchard, a chestnut grove, a wet meadow, stone walls and traditional fencing.
An elevated 1.2 mile loop wooden walkway through the beautiful wetlands within White Memorial.
An escape room designed to make education hands-on! Set in the year 1518, this puzzle adventure game explores how people lived in CT before European contact. Book your adventure today by going to www.wigwamescape.org
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Ballyhack Preserve was named for the steep wooded ravine along Baldwin Brook. The Ballyhack contains 200 year old white pine and hemlock trees, including Connecticut's second tallest tree (143 foot, 31 inch diameter).
Public Library with a wide range of services including on-line access to books and films. Adults and children's programs throughout the year on a wide range of subjects.
YMCA Camp Mohawk is opening as a Co-Ed Day camp for the first time in their 100 year history just during this pandemic.
A place where children learn through hands-on and multi-sensory activities. A setting where children can practice developmental skills such as role-playing, sharing, communicating and self-control.
A Connecticut state forest. It was formerly the summer residence of Edith Morton Chase, daughter of Henry Sabin Chase, first president of the Chase Brass and Copper Company.
a non traditional Gallery showcasing artists from within the local radius to further afield
Whiting Mills is home to artists, craftspeople, retail shops, small manufacturing companies, and a center for artistic, community, and social events
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Travel the twisting mountain road or hike the rugged trail to the top, either way you will be astounded at the beauty of mountain laurel in June and the spectacular colors of foliage in the fall.
Wander across the covered bridge, hike the falls, and feel the mist on your face as water cascades 250' down on its way to joining the Housatonic River.
The Cooley Preserve is an 84-acre parcel located on Cherry Hill Road in West Cornwall. The land is a mix of active farmland and forestland.
Mount Tom State Park is a public recreation area lying south of US Route 202 in the towns of Washington, Litchfield, and Morris, Connecticut
The town history museum is dedicated to preserving the history and community of the town of Litchfield, CT.
The highest volume waterfall in the state Connecticut!
Hike the boardwalk loop through beautiful wetlands.
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Music Mountain's primary mission is education through the performance of the chamber music literature, specifically music for string quartet.
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This department strives to provide a wide variety of activities for residents of all ages for all seasons.
A field and forest walk along an old farm road, with open fields and picturesque woodland. The parking area: in the Gold's Pine parking lot which is between the Little Guild of St. Francis Animal Shelter and the Cornwall Volunteer Fire Dept.
Critically acclaimed professional summer theatre presenting Broadway style musicals, new works and plays starring local talent and Broadway's best and brightest talent.
The mural will be the largest indoor collaborative artwork in the world and honors work and workers in America. The mural serves as the center of AMP’s education programs, and seeks to inspire, to educate, to invite collaboration.
Hart Farm Preserve was purchased by the Cornwall Conservation Trust in 2003. It consists of a total of 96 acres with lovely southern vistas from the top of Cherry Hill with picnic tables.
Hike up Bloody Mountain to spectacular views of Cornwall Village. Pack a picnic lunch to enjoy at the picnic table at the top of the mountain. An easy ramble through the woods for 15 - 20 minutes with one very short uphill section.
Helping mountain bikers become more proficient and safer on the bike while decreasing the crash factor and increasing the FUN factor.
Trinity Preserve creates 1,000 acres of continuous forest accessible to the public. Parking is located between 134 & 152 Dibble Hill Rd, W. Cornwall.
Gothic stone church in the middle of town with Tiffany windows and great music
Operated by the Torrington Historical Society , this site includes permanent and temporary exhibit of local history plus a fantastic house museum
Livingston Ripley Waterfowl Conservancy is a non-profit organization dedicated to waterfowl and wetland conservation through research, education, and conservation action. Open to the public May-November and year round by appointment.
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CT's first farm winery located in bucolic Litchfield, CT on top of Chestnut Hill. Tasting bar open everyday to taste over ten wines made at the winery paired with local cheeses and chocolates.
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The Foote-Pope Preserve is a 13-acre parcel located on Pierce Lane adjacent to the kiosk in Cornwall. The land is ideal for bird watching, walking, and cross country skiing and offers scenic views from the meadow.
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