WELCOME TO
Cornwall
The Greenest Town In CT
© Photo By Brian Mckenna
Explore the Wilds of Cornwall!
“Adopt the pace of nature: her secret is patience.”
— Ralph Waldo Emerson
WELCOME TO
Cornwall
The Greenest Town In CT
© Photo By Brian Mckenna
“The gods of the valley are not the gods of the hills”
– Ethan Allen
“Adopt the pace of nature: her secret is patience.”
— Ralph Waldo Emerson
“Adopt the pace of nature: her secret is patience.”
— Ralph Waldo Emerson
VIRTUAL EXHIBIT
While We Were Home
Chronicling the lives of Cornwall folks in COVID-19 pandemic.
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Set in the foothills of the Berkshire Mountains in rural Litchfield County, “The mind, eager for caresses, lies down at its own risk in Cornwall.” – local poet Mark Van Doren, describing the seductive beauty of our town. Incorporated in 1740 and forged by early iron and agriculture, these steep hills, deep valleys, and rich culture are imbued with history, shaped by time and geography. Birthplace of Ethan Allen, General John Sedgwick and home to a historic covered bridge, Cornwall offers an authentic country life rich with purpose and character. We invite you to experience Cornwall and everything our town has to offer! [Read More…]
About Cornwall, CT
Set in the foothills of the Berkshire Mountains in rural Litchfield County, “The mind, eager for caresses, lies down at its own risk in Cornwall.” – local poet Mark Van Doren, describing the seductive beauty of our town. Incorporated in 1740 and forged by early iron and agriculture, these steep hills, deep valleys, and rich culture are imbued with history, shaped by time and geography. Birthplace of Ethan Allen, General John Sedgwick and home to a historic covered bridge, Cornwall offers an authentic country life rich with purpose and character. We invite you to experience Cornwall and everything our town has to offer! [Read More…]
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TOWN NEWS & NOTICES
Winter Storm Watch From Tue 7:00 am until Wed 1:00 am
November 2025 – Cornwall Town Hall News
EDC meeting 10 18 25
November 4th Municipal Election Audit
Wind Advisory From Wed 7:00 pm until Thu 8:00 am
Unofficial Cornwall Election Results
Ignite Change: Help Us Raise Funds for Life-Saving Fire Trucks!
New Tabulators Tutorial – How to Use New Tabulators
CORNWALL TOWN REPORT 2024 – 2025
November 4th, 2025 Election Info
September 25 2025 – Cornwall Town Hall News
CVFD Open House
Absentee Ballot Applications for the November 4th Municipal Election
August 28 2025 – Cornwall Town Hall News
August 7 2025 – Cornwall Town Hall News
Taste of Cornwall & Rose Algrant Show This Weekend!
Flood Watch in Effect Thursday & Friday
Regular EDC meeting video. July 22, 2025
Hammond Beach – Swim Team & Swim Lessons
June 25 2025 – Cornwall Town Hall News – Cornwall CT
Heat Advisory From Mon 11:00 am until Tue 8:00 pm
Cornwall Community News
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Community News Town News & Notices
Celebrating Democracy: Cornwall, CT’s Swearing-in Ceremony with Senator Blumenthal
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Community News Town News & Notices
Ignite Change: Help Us Raise Funds for Life-Saving Fire Trucks!
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Board of Finance Community News Featured Minutes & Agendas Town News & Notices
CORNWALL TOWN REPORT 2024 – 2025
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Oct
Community News
Cornwall Volunteer Fire Department Open House: lifestar helicopter landing. Video by Richard Griggs
Upcoming Events
Annual Christmas Fair – UCC
The Annual Christmas Fair returns Saturday, December 6, 10 A.M. to 3 P.M. at the UCC. See insert for details.
Cornwall, CT 06753
Breakfast & Pictures with Santa and The Grinch – Town Hall
Stop by before or after you visit the UCC craft fair. Picture printed on site & decorate your own frame. Hot cocoa bar, decorate a cookie, and other crafts.
Cornwall, CT 06753 United States
Encore Performance – Film Screening: Top Hat and Tales – Library
Please join us for a talk and showing of Top Hat and Tales: Harold Ross and the Making of The New Yorker, produced and directed by Cornwall resident Adam Van[...]
Cornwall, CT 06753 United States
Community Retirement Celebration – Town Hall
Cornwall to Celebrate Retirements of Longtime Town Officials The Town of Cornwall will host a community retirement celebration honoring Tax Collector Jean Bouteiller and Town Clerk Vera Dinneen on Sunday,[...]
Cornwall, CT 06753 United States







