In 1979, Bill and Judith Hopkins transformed their dairy farm into a vineyard, one of the first in what has become a thriving Connecticut industry. Since then, it has consistently produced award-winning whites, reds and sparkling wines. Hopkins Vineyard grows 11 varieties of grapes in a spectacular setting overlooking Lake Waramaug. (Curated content from www.hopkinsvineyard.com)
Inside, our museum exhibits allow visitors to travel through time—displaying astounding artifacts and presenting information on prehistoric to contemporary Native Americans. IAIS offers permanent, semi-permanent and temporary exhibits: these, along with our workshops, lectures, book discussions and various other offerings give visitors a reason to visit often. (Curated content from www.iaismuseum.org)
A man of great energy and many talents, Eric Sloane (1905-1985) was a prolific artist, author and illustrator of over 30 books, and an avid collector of Americana. His extensive collection of hand tools is displayed in a building gifted to the State in 1969 by Stanley Works, the Connecticut-based tool manufacturing company, to mark their 125th anniversary. (Curated content from www.ericsloane.com)
An Environmental Education Center and Nature Museum located in the heart of the 4,000-acre White Memorial Foundation, in the hills of northwestern Connecticut (Curated content from whitememorialcc.org)
Designed by Al Zikorus in 1955, a Ross apprentice, Stonybrook Golf Course has provided the golfing public with a challenging, picturesque, and enjoyable layout nestled in the Hills of Litchfield, Connecticut. The Par 35 for men, Par 36 layout for women, features 9 holes of hilly terrain and loads of charming golf character. Holes provide generous fairways and consistently manicured greens with scenic Butternut Brook weaving throughout. (Curated content from www.stonybrookgolfct.com)
The Bellamy-Ferriday House & Garden started its life as the Bellamy Manse, built by Reverend Joseph Bellamy. A preacher of great renown, Bellamy traveled throughout New England preaching the message of the First Great Awakening. His writings were published in New York, Boston, and Scotland. He built the house in two stages, beginning in 1754 and finishing in 1767 as his family, theological seminary, and stature grew. (Curated content from ctlandmarks.org)
The Litchfield History Museum exhibits the evolution of the town of Litchfield, CT from its settlement in 1719 to today. Through changing exhibits, artifacts and archives, as well as hands-on areas, visitors can explore the diverse history of the town. Litchfield was a bustling commercial,political, and educational center and is a case study for the evolution of New England towns following the Revolutionary War. The town’s history includes that of the center village, Bantam, East Litchfield, Milton, Northfield, and pre-1850s Morris. (Curated content from www.litchfieldhistoricalsociety.org)
The Tapping Reeve House and Litchfield Law School takes visitors on a journey through the 19th century life of a real student who came to Litchfield for an education at the Litchfield Law School or the Litchfield Female Academy. Through role-playing, hands-on areas, and interpretive exhibits, each visitor explores timeless issues of travel, communication, education, and community. (Curated content from www.litchfieldhistoricalsociety.org)
Welcome to Haight-Brown Vineyard, Connecticut’s first winery. Located in picturesque Litchfield, CT, Haight Brown Vineyard first opened its doors in 1975 and has since become a local landmark. (Curated content from haightbrownwine.com)