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.
Explore The ProgramsBecome a MemberBallyhack 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).
A woman owned and operated artistic metal sculpture and assemblage studio where cool things get created out of other peoples castaways!
Golf Course, Private Country Club, Banquet Facilities
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.
Play,Arts & Culture,Museums,Our Town,Non-Profits
Open to the public early April through the middle of May.
Gothic stone church in the middle of town with Tiffany windows and great music
A great small library serving New Hartford and the entire Litchfield Hills.
Critically acclaimed professional summer theatre presenting Broadway style musicals, new works and plays starring local talent and Broadway's best and brightest talent.
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.
90 acre parcel located in the Cornwall Hollow section of Cornwall. The land connects many parcels of protected wilderness and directly abuts the blue-blazed Mohawk Trail as well as other preserved properties.
An elevated 1.2 mile loop wooden walkway through the beautiful wetlands within White Memorial.
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.
Mount Tom State Park is a public recreation area lying south of US Route 202 in the towns of Washington, Litchfield, and Morris, Connecticut
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.
We seek to promote strategies that embrace the intersections of race, gender, religion, class, identity and the array of barriers that empower those that are marginalized in society.
Non-Profit Organizations, Arts
The Rattlesnake Preserve consists of 90 acres and features old stone bridges and a concrete well. An easy walk in the woods while slowing at the marsh. There, walkers should watch for logs and stones to walk across if there has been a lot of rain.
Historic road racing course featuring sports car races, high performance driving events, car shows and community events.
Offering services, teachings and products that support healing and growth, while enhancing awareness, communication, good health, peace and consciousness.
Nature Center housing 70 species and over 450 birds from all over the world
Summer Day Camp, Recreation Events, sports programs
To foster creative, hands-on learning through the arts: ASAP!
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.
Marina, Boat Rental, Service & Repair, Winter Storage, Boat Rentals & Cruises
Recreation center with swimming pool.
Non-Profit Organizations, Atheletics Organization
Health & Wellness, Ninja Warrior Training Center, Swimming and indoor sports activities
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.
Play,Arts & Culture,Museums,Our Town,Non-Profits
In 1947, Skiing Hall of Fame member, Walt Schoenknecht, created Mohawk Mountain Ski Area amidst the rugged beauty of northwestern Connecticut.
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.
Non-Profit Organizations
Whiting Mills is home to artists, craftspeople, retail shops, small manufacturing companies, and a center for artistic, community, and social events
A stunning nature museum nestled admist 4000 acres of open space. Programs for children and adults, camping, 40 miles of hiking trails, and more!
National Historic Landmark owned by The Falls Village-Canaan Historical Society. Lectures & events. Available for wedding and event rentals.
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.
Museum, Archival material, genealogy, research, archival material the Historic Falls Village Railroad Depot. Lectures, events at the historic South Canaan Meetinghouse
The Tapping Reeve House and Litchfield Law School takes visitors on a journey through the 19th century life of a real student who came to Litchfield for an education at the Litchfield Law School, the first law school in the nation.
Operated by the Torrington Historical Society , this site includes permanent and temporary exhibit of local history plus a fantastic house museum
The highest volume waterfall in the state Connecticut!
Recreational Activities, Skiing & Snowboarding, Banquet Facilities
a non traditional Gallery showcasing artists from within the local radius to further afield
The Friendliest Senior Center Around! Stop in & say "Hi!".
This department strives to provide a wide variety of activities for residents of all ages for all seasons.
Music lessons, Workshops, Open Mic, Recording, Fully Equipped Rehearsal Space
Summer Day Camp and Wedding/Event Facility
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.
