Roseland Cottage, a National Historic Landmark, depicts the summer life of a prosperous family in 19th century America. Built in 1846 in the newly fashionable Gothic Revival style, the Cottage provided a seasonal escape for Henry C. Bowen and his family. Beautifully situated across from the town common, Roseland Cottage has survived virtually unchanged, with its original Gothic furniture, embossed Lincrusta-Walton wall covering, and coral-pink exterior. The museum complex includes a formal parterre garden, an icehouse, garden house, carriage barn and the oldest surviving indoor bowling alley

Tour this 18th century farmhouse, known as birthplace of the Episcopal Church in the New World, and graced by the only extant American garden planned by England's most venerated designer. The Glebe House is located on one of the oldest streets in Woodbury. It is interpreted during the years from 1771-1786 when the Marshall family and their three enslaved persons lived in the house. Guided tours tell the story of the daily life of this family during the Revolutionary War. The period furnishings include regional pieces and many made in Woodbury. The historic garden surrounding the house was

Flanders Nature Center & Land Trust is a nonprofit organization that focuses on environmental education and the acquisition, conservation, and stewardship of open space. Through its land trust initiatives, Flanders actively works to protect important natural sites and the area’s landscape character and quality of life. Flanders manages over 2,400 acres of preserved land in Woodbury and neighboring towns. Educational programs for children and adults are offered at the Van Vleck Farm and Nature Sanctuary, Flanders’ main campus in Woodbury. Trails at its seven major nature preserves are open to

Housed in the Solomon Rockwell House (c.1813), a classical Revival Colonial mansion, this history museum displays Victorian fashions, a doll house, military collections, Civil War memorabilia and a Fire museum.

The Noden-Reed Barn & House stand with beauty and dignity as they have since the 1800s. Each embraces treasures and mementos from the earlier days of this riverside town. Built in 1826, the barn is one of the few remaining brick barns in New England. Inside, handsome carriages look ready for a Sunday ride. Fine old farm tools include the hatchets and spears once used to cultivate tobacco. In the 1840 farmhouse, handstitched quilts and blankets adorn antique beds. Vintage clothing, uniforms and accessories are on abundant display. And an array of jugs, bottles, tin and wooden utensils line the

Located minutes from I-91 alongside Bradley International Airport, the New England Air Museum is the largest aerospace museum in the region. The New England Air Museum houses over 100 aircraft and an extensive collection of engines, instruments, and artifacts in three large display hangars and an outdoor display area. Visitor favorites include the Boeing B-29A Superfortress, Douglas DC-3, and the one-of-a-kind VS-44A Excambian Flying Boat. From supersonic jets and helicopters to biplanes and warbirds, visitors can discover New England’s aerospace legacy through self-guided exhibits, smartphone

The Windsor Historical Society, founded in 1921, invites visitors to explore the people, places, and events that have shaped Windsor for nearly four centuries. The Society’s museum includes changing and permanent exhibition galleries; a research library and manuscript collection housing Windsor photographs, documents, ephemera, and genealogical materials, a museum shop and two historic houses open to the public -- the 1758 Strong-Howard House and the 1767 Dr. Hezekiah Chaffee House. Tour time: 1.5 hours

Located on the Wilton/Ridgefield border, the Woodcock Nature Center's 149 acres is a haven for aquatic life and a remarkable variety of birds. Visitors to the Woodcock Nature Center can find miles of easy hiking trails beside historic stone walls and stands of old maple, beech, oak and hickory. An Everglades-style boardwalk allows rare access through part of the rich, abundant wetlands nestled in these prime, New England woods. Woodcock Nature Center is a private, non-profit institute. 35 Years of Trailside Education: Woodcock Nature Center has been a source of environmental education since

Visitors are welcome at the Wilton Historical Society Museum Complex (Historic District #5), which consists of the Betts-Sturgis-Blackmar House (red) built on-site c.1740; the c.1840 Burt Barn Gallery (yellow); the Sloan-Raymond-Fitch House (gray) built c.1770; the c. 1860 Abbott Barn, c. 1890 Blacksmith Shop , plus a c.1895 two-seat privy . Making connections between objects, places and stories to ensure that history is relevant to everyone, the History is Here permanent exhibition presents a compelling timeline of “Connecticut’s History, Wilton’s Story”. Kids and adults alike love the award

Weir Farm National Historical Park is the only National Park Service site dedicated to American painting. The site was home to three generations of American artists including Julian Alden Weir, a leading figure in American art and the development of American Impressionism. Today, the 60-acre park, which includes the Weir House, Weir and Young Studios, barns, gardens, and Weir Pond, is one of the nation’s finest remaining landscapes of American art. Other amenities: Dining Nearby, Gift Shop, Parking, Parking, Printed Guides, Self-guided tours