WELCOME TO
Cornwall
The Greenest Town In CT
© Photo By Brian Mckenna
Explore the Wilds of Cornwall!
“Adopt the pace of nature: her secret is patience.”
— Ralph Waldo Emerson
WELCOME TO
Cornwall
The Greenest Town In CT
© Photo By Brian Mckenna
“The gods of the valley are not the gods of the hills”
– Ethan Allen
“Adopt the pace of nature: her secret is patience.”
— Ralph Waldo Emerson
“Adopt the pace of nature: her secret is patience.”
— Ralph Waldo Emerson
VIRTUAL EXHIBIT
While We Were Home
Chronicling the lives of Cornwall folks in COVID-19 pandemic.
See MoreAbout Cornwall, Ct
Set in the foothills of the Berkshire Mountains in rural Litchfield County, “The mind, eager for caresses, lies down at its own risk in Cornwall.” – local poet Mark Van Doren, describing the seductive beauty of our town. Incorporated in 1740 and forged by early iron and agriculture, these steep hills, deep valleys, and rich culture are imbued with history, shaped by time and geography. Birthplace of Ethan Allen, General John Sedgwick and home to a historic covered bridge, Cornwall offers an authentic country life rich with purpose and character. We invite you to experience Cornwall and everything our town has to offer! [Read More…]
About Cornwall, CT
Set in the foothills of the Berkshire Mountains in rural Litchfield County, “The mind, eager for caresses, lies down at its own risk in Cornwall.” – local poet Mark Van Doren, describing the seductive beauty of our town. Incorporated in 1740 and forged by early iron and agriculture, these steep hills, deep valleys, and rich culture are imbued with history, shaped by time and geography. Birthplace of Ethan Allen, General John Sedgwick and home to a historic covered bridge, Cornwall offers an authentic country life rich with purpose and character. We invite you to experience Cornwall and everything our town has to offer! [Read More…]
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TOWN NEWS & NOTICES
January 26 2026 – Winter Storm Update
Winter Storm Watch From Sun 7:00 am until Mon 7:00 pm
January 22 2026 – Cornwall Town Hall News
12/26/2025 Winter Storm & Transfer Station Delayed Opening
December 18 2025 – Cornwall Town Hall News
No Parking Notice During Snow Season
Winter Storm Watch From Tue 7:00 am until Wed 1:00 am
November 2025 – Cornwall Town Hall News
EDC meeting 10 18 25
November 4th Municipal Election Audit
Wind Advisory From Wed 7:00 pm until Thu 8:00 am
Unofficial Cornwall Election Results
Ignite Change: Help Us Raise Funds for Life-Saving Fire Trucks!
New Tabulators Tutorial – How to Use New Tabulators
CORNWALL TOWN REPORT 2024 – 2025
November 4th, 2025 Election Info
September 25 2025 – Cornwall Town Hall News
CVFD Open House
Absentee Ballot Applications for the November 4th Municipal Election
August 28 2025 – Cornwall Town Hall News
August 7 2025 – Cornwall Town Hall News
Taste of Cornwall & Rose Algrant Show This Weekend!
Flood Watch in Effect Thursday & Friday
Cornwall Community News
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Zoom Link for Jerry Blakey’s Service, 1pm on Saturday, Jan. 10
Community News Town News & Notices Town Wide Alerts
12/26/2025 Winter Storm & Transfer Station Delayed Opening
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Upcoming Events
Pickle Ball – CCS
Thursday, Jan 8th (8 weeks) Pickle ball at Cornwall Consolidated School 6-8pm. Adults 18+, Three courts-nets, balls provided. Paddles available for use. Note: Holidays and school cancellations or early closings[...]
West Cornwall, CT 06796
Kids Beginner Basic ASL Classes – Town Hall
Kids ASL Grade 1-6 Beginner Basic ASL Classes after school at town hall. Friday 3:30-4:30 for 4 4-week session. This is a fantastic opportunity for our young learners to develop[...]
Cornwall, CT 06753 United States
Storybook Hour with Rita Delgado – Library
Thursday mornings 10:30 – noon, and Saturday, January 10 and Saturday, January 31. Jump into a magical book-filled interactive reading time with Miss Rita.
Cornwall, CT 06753 United States
Adult Winter Snowman sign painting – UCC Parish House
Adult Winter Snowman sign painting UCC Parish House at 1-3pm. Come create a winter snowman sign with painting on the gogh CT. Instruction and supplies provided. Sign up on cornwallparkrec.org by[...]
Cornwall, CT 06753







