Since 1975, the Westport Astronomical Society (WAS) has been bringing the wonders of the night sky to the thousands who have visited the observatory. The Rolnick Observatory houses a 12.5″ Newtonian telescope and the lawn regularly hosts a 25″ Obsession telescope, the largest in Connecticut available to the public. WAS has free monthly meetings with experts at the top of their fields, featuring speakers from the Hayden Planetarium, The American Museum of Natural History, Yale, New York University, University of Connecticut, Columbia and educators from all over the globe who enrich our

Lucius Pond Ordway/Devil's Den Preserve is the largest contiguous nature preserve in southwestern Connecticut, with 1,756 acres of woodlands, wetlands, streams, rock ledges and rugged north-south ridges. Many of these ridges provide scenic overlooks of the surrounding countryside. Some 20 miles of trails offer opportunities to visit diverse features including Godfrey Pond, a mill pond created in the 1700s; the Saugatuck Wildlife Refuge, an extensive shrubby marsh along the West Branch of the Saugatuck River; the Great Ledge, a high rock formation with a spectacular view; and Ambler Gorge, a

RAC celebrates the study, creation and appreciation of the arts through classes, exhibitions and events open to all in the community. For 60 years, this nonprofit organization has been a cultural gem in Rowayton. The gallery and art school overlook the scenic Five Mile River at 145 Rowayton Avenue with space for regional artists to exhibit their art and a classroom for workshops and classes at all levels offered to children and adults. Visit rowaytonarts.org and follow @rowaytonarts. RAC is a 501c3 nonprofit organization dedicated to providing access to the arts through opportunity, education

The historic one-acre complex includes the 1822 Marks-Brownson House, 1872 Trap Falls Schoolhouse and 19th-century Wilson Barn. See an interactive exhibit "Three Centuries of Shelton: From Farming to Industry and Beyond." A new barn houses a restored "carry-all," used in the 1920s to transport children to school. Visit the herb and heirloom vegetable gardens, museum shop and small research library (open by appointment only). Special events and school programs throughout the year including Vintage Vehicles Antique & Classic Car Show held on Father's Day. Tour time: 45 minutes Other amenities

99 units, TV, pets; Outdoor pool, children stay for free.

72 units, cable television with HBO, access to high speed wireless internet, pets allowed. Located near Lake Compounce and ESPN headquarters. Other amenities: Parking

With a great setting overlooking the Housatonic River, this property is located within a 50-minute ride from Macedonia Brook State Park, White Memorial Conservation Center and Danbury Fair Shopping Mall Shopping Center. Dining options include a free continental breakfast served every morning. Other amenities: lounge, Internet, business center, microwaves and refrigerators in rooms

12 units (five efficiencies), TV; play area.

The hotel caters to group tours and to the general travelers Conveniently located off the 395 interstate with the easy bus parking and severals restaurant with walking distance, we have many tour companies and local businesses traveling through our city. As well we would like to welcome you to the hotel for any special occasion such as wedding, business meeting, family reunion, and birthday parties. The outdoor swimming pool is open from 6 a.m. to midnight for all the guests to be able to enjoy the nice weather during the summer season. At the Quality Inn, our best interest is our guest

140 efficiencies with fully-equipped kitchen, TV; health club. Other amenities: Parking, Parking