
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
5/3/2025 Severe Thunderstorm Updates
Region One District Meeting & Budget Referendum May 5th
May 16, 2025 – Notice of Special Town Meeting
April 2025 – Cornwall Town Hall News – Cornwall CT
Assessors Office Closed
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
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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
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No Parking Notice During Snow Season
November 27 2024 – Cornwall Town Hall News

Cornwall Community News
Community News Town News & Notices
5/6/2025 12:00pm – 8:00pm | Region One Referendum | Town Hall
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Community News Featured Town News & Notices Town Wide Alerts
5/3/2025 Severe Thunderstorm Updates
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Community News
DEA National Takeback Day | Saturday April 26 10:00am-2:00pm | Troop B in North Canaan
Apr
Board of Finance Board of Selectmen Community News Minutes & Agendas
4.11.25 Hybrid Budget Hearing
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Upcoming Events
Gentle Yoga + Restorative with Mare Rubin
More information at https://hughesmemorialunion.com/
West Cornwall, Connecticut 06796
Strong Flow Yoga with Rebecca Doring
Visit https://hughesmemorialunion.com/ for more information.
West Cornwall, Connecticut 06796
Hatha Yoga with Nancy Opgaard – Live & Zoom
Hatha Yoga with Nancy Opgaard, Mondays at 5 P.M. Wednesdays, at 8:30A.M., and Sundays at 9 A.M. - The Wellness Collective at The Union & Zoom The fee is $15.00,[...]
West Cornwall, Connecticut 06796
Park & Recreation Meeting – Hybrid/Library
Director-Jennifer Markow- (860) 672-4071 3rd Monday of month, except as noted* 6:30 p.m except as noted* Cornwall Library, Hybrid/Zoom/In Person
Cornwall, CT 06753 United States
