We stopped here while on a fall foliage drive. It was a good place to spend an hour learning about local colonial history and looking at the exhibit of fashions from a Paris designer from 1914-1918.

Litchfield's history is a rich one - predating the Revolution by decades. Lyman Beecher preached at the Congregational Church here, and Henry Ward Beecher and Harriet Beecher Stowe were born and raised here. Many prominent state and federal historical figures resided in or were educated...More

This reminded me very much of the museums that I saw while in London. There are several items in each exhibit, with numerous placards describing the items. A couple of the displays are "hands-on," encouraging children to try things for themselves. Neat little spot in...More

This is a delightful place to spend a few hours roaming the current displays they set up. The museum changes their offerings throughout the season and keeps the subjects very interesting. The staff is so helpful and courteous. They offer a variety of family activities...More

We'd visited previously just to view the various collections but really enjoyed a program about "Hidden Litchfield' this winter. Great stop for an hour or two...

This museum was very well laid out and with lots of information. It had been recommended by a friend who we were visiting in Litchfield for the first time and we are so pleased that she told us about it. Definitely worth taking time out...More