Town of Guilford

Guilford is the second oldest town in Connecticut. From the enormous center Green to the plethora of old colonial homes, Guilford represents   New England at its finest. No where else is there a denser concentration of historic homes. There are also many fine newer homes in family neighborhoods to choose from as well as rural North Guilford which attracts many people who crave country living.

The popular Handicrafts Fair is held on the Green yearly as well as The Little Folks Fair and a series of summer concerts. The Guilford Agricultural Fair has been held yearly for over 125 years. The oldest stone house in New England is here and open to the public.

The new community center hosts many interesting classes and clubs as well as a comprehensive children’s program featuring summer camps and field trips. Senior citizen programs run daily and also feature wonderful trips.

Boating, fishing, swimming, and skating are all available here.There is a town marina featuring boat slips and a launching ramp. There are two yacht clubs. Lake Quonnipaug in North Guilford has a town beachas does the shoreline area. Many parks with playgrounds are in town as well as the Westwoods Trail hiking area featuring many miles of woodland trails. All in all, Guilford has much to offer!

Guilford Town Website
Guilford Public Schools Website
Guilford Chamber of Commerce