
WELCOME TO
Cornwall
Greenest Town in Connecticut
© Photo By Brian Mckenna

Explore the Wilds of Cornwall!

“Adopt the pace of nature: her secret is patience.”
— Ralph Waldo Emerson

WELCOME TO
Cornwall
Greenest Town in Connecticut
© 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
Region One Budget hearing Notice
March 2025 – Cornwall Town Hall News
Building Department Fees Update
St Piran’s Day BBC Feature
Cornwall Video for St Piran’s Day BBC Broadcast
Winter Weather Advisory
Cornwall Democracy Cup Ceremony at Town Hall
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Cornwall Transfer Station – Weather-Related Update – CLOSED SUNDAY
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February 5, 2025 – Cornwall Town Hall News
Winter Storm Warning
1/9/2025 Great Hill Road – Closed for Tree Work
Tax Collection Notice
Town Hall & Transfer Station Holiday Hours
No Parking Notice During Snow Season
November 27 2024 – Cornwall Town Hall News
11/27/2024 UPDATE | CANCELLED Declaration of Emergency – Open Burn Ban
Registrars of Voters Audit
Update: Missing Person Case Resolved
Cornwall leads state with 90 percent voter turnout
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Pictures From Litchfield County Affordable Homeownership Program Groundbreaking Ceremony at Potter Woods
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Upcoming Events
Republican Town Committee Meeting – Library
The Cornwall Republican Town Committee will hold a meeting on April 3rd to select delegates for the state central convention at 7:00 pm at the Cornwall Library.
Cornwall, CT 06753 United States
Art class with Collette Hurst: Paint Spring in Watercolor – Library
Art class with Collette Hurst: Paint Spring in Watercolor, April 5, 12 and 19 from 10:00 until 11:30. $75 includes all 3 Saturday sessions – payable to the instructor at[...]
Cornwall, CT 06753 United States
South of the Border Take Out
South of the Border Take Out benefit dinner hosted by UCC Faith Formation Committee for the Church School giving projects. Pre-order only, pick up at UCC Parish House, April 5,[...]
Cornwall, CT 06753
Community Information: Community Health & Wellness – Library
Community Information: April 5, 5pm. Community Health & Wellness is the only federally qualified health center (FQHC) in the far Northwest Corner of CT. Nobody is turned away. Staff from[...]
Cornwall, CT 06753 United States
