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…]

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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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[...]

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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[...]

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Rattlesnake Preserve, 12 Rattlesnake Road
West Cornwall, CT 06796 United States
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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.

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The Cornwall Library, 30 Pine St
Cornwall, CT 06753 United States
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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

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Ridgway Farm, 142 Town Street
West Cornwall, Connecticut 06796
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Beautiful Cornwall

Cornwall Gallery