Kent CT Attractions & Links
Visiting Northwestern Connecticut
The northwestern hills of Connecticut were once the lands of
the Indians. Route 7 was once their path to walk along the
beautiful Housatonic River.
Eventually that path became a towpath for early settlers,
farmers, travelers and their cows, horses and assorted other
animals.
Later on, during the Industrial Age, iron ore mining and
smelting in towering furnaces built from native stone drew locals
and strangers alike along Route 7 and the river to work.
Today's visitors are hard-pressed to believe that not a tree was
to be seen in these hills toward the end of the Civil War; every
tree and stick available fueled the furnaces that armed the
Yankees.
Today, Route 7 and the Housatonic River take you to the
Appalachian Trail, Lime Rock Raceway, Tanglewood and the historic
summer homes and gardens of the wealthy in Lenox and Lee,
Massachusetts to tour.
Canoe, fly-fish or kayak the Housatonic River or walk its banks and
trails.
Visit local farm stands and farmers' markets for their
fabulous, fresh produce. Meander along Kent's Main Street,
only steps away from Starbuck Inn. Enjoy the used-book
sale at the Library, shopping for gifts you won't see anywhere
else, and strolling from bakery to chocolate shop to tea house.
Have lunch at the bakery, handmade chocolate truffles at the
chocolate shop, and finish with champagne and salmon at the tea
shop, all within steps of each other. Eat outdoors and watch
the world go by.
Fall foliage viewing is unsurpassed in the northwest hills.
In season, ski cross-country throughout our State Parks or
downhill and snowboard at Mohawk Mountain Ski Area in Cornwall.
Three of the finest private schools, Kent, South Kent, and
Marvelwood, are right here. Parents from all over the world
stay with us, both to consider schools and to attend events there.
Area links you might to visit are:
Mohawk Mountain Ski Area - Connecticut's premier
snow resort, serving southern New England for 55 years with an
exciting winter sport environment featuring skiing and
snowboarding in New England's southern Berkshires. http://www.mohawkmtn.com/
The Bicycle Touring Company -
Backcountry Outfitters - Our store is located in Kent,
CT. a quintessential New England town. Kent sits on the
Appalachian Trail and as a result BCO has aided many thru-hikers
in downsizing and or upgrading their equipment. We often hear
first hand from the thru-hikers about the gear they use and take
their critiques very seriously. Our inventory reflects a high
standard of quality. http://www.bcoutfitters.com/
Town of Kent (home page) - It is a friendly, diverse,
beautiful, and interesting community in the northwest hills of
Connecticut. Located about 30 miles north of Danbury and on the
New York State line, it is a town you can get to quickly and get
around in easily. Residents and visitors alike appreciate the
recreational opportunities of state and local parks and the
shopping in our commercial district. http://www.kentpaint.com/kentmap/townofkent.htm
The Litchfield Hills Visitors Bureau - Source of
information for travel and tourism for northwest Connecticut's
Litchfield Hills. http://www.litchfieldhills.com/
The Kent Chamber of Commerce - Source of information for
travel and tourism in Kent, Connecticut. http://www.kentct.com/
Lime Rock Raceway - Offers many racing events, check
website for schedule of events and tickets. http://www.limerock.com/
Connecticut State Parks - for more information visit
their website and choose a park. http://www.dep.state.ct.us/stateparks/litchfield.htm
Sharon Playhouse - TriArts at the Sharon Playhouse is a
not-for-profit summer theatre, located at the foot of the
Berkshires in Litchfield County, CT. http://www.triarts.net/
Music Mountain - Music Mountain offers a marvelous
setting for both the musicians and the audience. The centerpiece
is Gordon Hall, one of the finest chamber music facilities in the
country. With seating for 335 and legendary acoustics, Gordon Hall
provides resonant and lovely sound, with views of the gardens,
grounds and hills from every seat or from the lawn permitting
listeners to savor music and nature as one. http://www.musicmountain.org/
Hopkins Vineyard - one of Connecticut's premier
vineyards. Hopkins has been making wine in Connecticut for over 20
years. Located in scenic Litchfield County, Hopkins produces over
eleven different varieties of award winning wines. Come visit us
in one of the most scenic parts of Connecticut. http://www.hopkinsvineyard.com/
Tanglewood - visit their website for a schedule of
events and tickets.
http://www.bso.org
Lake Waramaug - Waramaug Lake is located in the towns of
Kent, Warren, and Washington in Litchfield County. The lake lies
approximately 20 miles north of Danbury. http://dep.state.ct.us/cgnhs/lakes/waramaug/lake.htm
Schools:
Kent School - http://www.kent-school.edu/
Marvelwood School - http://www.themarvelwoodschool.com/
South Kent School - http://www.southkentschool.net/
Real Estate Links:
Klemm Real Estate - Washington Depot, CT - http://www.klemmrealestate.com/
David Bain Real Estate - Kent, CT - http://www.bainrealestate.com/
Todd Cole Realty - Kent, CT - http://www.toddcolerealty.com/
Dooley Real Estate - Kent, Ct. -
http://www.dooleyre.com
