Unfurling along the picturesque shores of the Connecticut River in East Hampton, Hurd State Park offers a chance to immerse yourself in the greenery which abounds here. Trails winding through wooded areas facilitate exhilarating hiking excursions, while granite ledges serve as vantage points for soaking in the surrounding sights. Discover the wildlife and birdlife which thrive within the wilderness, or settle down for a picnic amid verdant surroundings with your loved ones. Other activities to enjoy here include camping and mountain biking.
Situated in Connecticut, Chatfield Hollow State Park is bounded by greenery, offering nature lovers a chance to escape into a world engulfed in serenity. Here, cliffs and ledges intersperse stands of towering pines and murmuring brooks, and avid explorers can venture deeper into the wilderness to uncover all that lies within. Traverse a boardwalk that meanders across a swamp, hike along trails winding through the woods, scale the ledges on climbing excursions, wade into the waters of Schreeder Pond, or go fishing.
This museum boasts of the most comprehensive collection of British art outside the United Kingdom, which includes paintings, sculpture, prints, drawings and rare books that chronicle British life from the Elizabethan period to the present. Fifteen hundred paintings showcase the likes of great landscape painters John Constable and JMW Turner. The museum also hosts concerts, lectures, family education days and symposia. The gift shop offers a wide range of collectibles, art reproductions and literature for both children and adults.
Thomas Griswold House Museum was the former home of its namesake and his family from 1774 to 1958. This historic Colonial saltbox style structure is located on a scenic stretch and was bought by the Guilford Keeping Society in 1958. Decorated with early 19th-century period furniture that also features many items from the last owners inventory, the museum also features vintage clothing and photos. Explore the blacksmith shop and the museum shop to get more than a glimpse of the early Puritan settlement. The house was listed to the National Register of Historic Places in 1975.
Irish-American Community Center situated in the heart of East Haven organizes various events suitable for every member of the family throughout the year. This community center was established in 1982 with an aim to provide a common meeting place for the Irish population in the city. Various classes on Irish speaking, set dancing, folk singing, traditional Irish music, and genealogy are offered for free at this venue. Irish-American Community Center features a library and is also home to the Retirees Group that meet here once a month. Bowling and dart leagues are also organized here every year drawing a large number of participants.
Branford Point on Harbor street is a wonderful attraction that offers stunning views of the boats floating in the pictures harbor. Located in the heart of the downtown, it offers a panoramic view of the town, including the town beach and recreational boaters. Visitors can relax at the sandy beach or sit by the lookout, which also provides an opportunity for fishing from the stone.