
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.
See MoreAbout 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…]
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
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
Winter Weather Advisory
Cornwall Democracy Cup Ceremony at Town Hall
Winter Storm Warning
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 Community News
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
Clean Up Cornwall
Clean Up Cornwall Partner with C & M Carting Get out & Clean up the roads near you &/or your favorite trails in Cornwall. Trash bags, safety vests, & a[...]
Hike with Naturalists – Rattlesnake Preserve
On Saturday April 26 at 10am Terry Burke and Deb Bennett will be taking people around the Rattlesnake Preserve for a seasonal survey of flora and fauna. No dogs during[...]
West Cornwall, CT 06796 United States
Storytime with Rita Delgado – Library
Storytime with Rita Delgado: Saturday, April 26th from 10:30am until noon. Jump into a magical book-filled interactive reading time with Miss Rita.
Cornwall, CT 06753 United States
Gardener’s Lab: Apple Tree Workshop – Ridgway Farm
Meet Gordon and Ian Ridgway for a hands on exploration of grafting and planting Cornwall's heritage apple trees. 142 Town Street. Free. RSVP by Wednesday, April 23. RSVP to: cornwallgardenclub1@gmail.com
West Cornwall, Connecticut 06796
