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What to See & Do in Guilford |
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Guilford is home to many historical houses and museums. Within walking distance of the Town's Green, one may find many 17th through 19th century houses and churches, and three museums. The picturesque town marina is a pleasant half-mile walk. While in Guilford, feel free to avail yourself of the fine shopping establishments and restaurants along Boston Post Road (Route 1) and around the Town Green. |
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Churches on the Green |
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Christ Episcopal Church Christ Episcopal Church was founded in 1744 as a missionary outpost of the Church of England. The existing church was dedicated in 1838. |
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First Church of Christ Scientist The church is located at 49 Park Street on the historic Guilford Green. It is a branch church of The Mother Church, The First Church of Christ, Scientist in Boston Massachusetts. |
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St. George Church This cruciform church on the green evokes Colonial Williamburg in its style. |
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First Congregational Church One of the earliest congregations in America, First Church was gathered in 1643. Except for the steeple which toppled during the 1938 hurricane and had to be rebuilt, the church remains basically the same as when it was first built in 1830. |
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Click here for a comprehensive listing of Places of Worship in and around Guilford. |
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History & Museums |
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Guilford Town Green The most beautiful Town Green in New England, the Guilford Green is the centerpiece and activity hub of the community. |
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Civil War Memorial Monument The centerpiece of Guilford's Town Green, this monument commemorates four major battles in which Guilford residents gave their lives. |
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Guilford Free Library - Historical Room Opened in 1979, this is an outstanding reference collection of historical and genealogical materials on Guilford and surrounding towns. |
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Henry Whitfield State Museum Constructed in 1639, this is Connecticut's oldest house and New England's oldest stone house. Visitor information center nearby features historical exhibits. |
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Hyland House Built circa 1690-1710, The Hyland House is a red saltbox home featuring five hearths, original moldings and woodwork and a fine collection of furniture and decorative arts. |
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Medad Stone Tavern Built as a 14-room tavern in 1803 it was never opened as a tavern but remained as a private residence. Now open as a museum. |
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The Dudley Farm A late 19th Century Farm Museum built in 1844. The Farm sits on 10 picturesque acres farmed by the Dudley family for almost 300 years. Farm market on Saturday mornings, June to October. |
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Thomas Griswold House The Thomas Griswold House is a classic New England saltbox dwelling standing on a commanding knoll along a picturesque stretch of the old Post Road. |
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Culture & Arts |
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Guilford Art Center Founded in 1957, the Guilford Art Center supports excellence in the arts. Its school, gallery and shop of contemporary crafts provide opportunities for the public to participate in the arts, and appreciate the process and product of creative work. |
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Recreation & Nature |
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Anne Conover Nature Education Trail One of Guilford's fine bird watching locations along the East River salt marsh meadow. The one-mile trail is an easy walk and studded with educational display markers. |
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Chaffinch Island Park A delightful park area jutting out into Guilford harbor, where you will find beautiful views of Long Island Sound Picnic tables available. |
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Olmsted Outlook Olmsted Outlook is a special one-half acre parcel located on River Street at the foot of Broad Street that is owned and maintained by the Guilford Land Trust. |
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Scenic Route 146 Designated a scenic route, this East to West passage is along the shoreline and has great views of Long Island sound and Salt Marshes. |
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Scenic Route 77 Designated a scenic route, this state road has a North to South passage and provides beautiful views for drivers and bikers. |
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WestWoods and Timberlands Trails The WestWoods and Timberlands trail systems are large recreational areas for hiking in Guilford. Westwoods, located in South Guilford, contains 39 miles of trails on 1,200 acres. Timberlands is a bit smaller at 600 acres and is located in North Guilford. |
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Visitor Information |
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Guilford Chamber of Commerce The Guilford Chamber of Commerce serves the business community of the town and also provides visitor information. |
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Guilford Free Library - Visitor Information Visitor information is available in the foyer of the library's west entrance, off of Park Street. |
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Henry Whitfield State Museum In addition to being Connecticut's oldest house and New England's oldest stone house, this museum has an excellent selection of local and regional visitor information. |
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Guilford Town Hall Guilford Town Hall houses municipal town offices and provides services to town residents. Visitor information may be obtained here. |
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Nathanael B. Greene Community Center The Center provides a nexus for Guilford citizens of all ages. Many programs are available. Visitor information may also be obtained. |
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