Historic Villages of Essex

The historic villages of Essex (Centerbrook, Essex & Ivroyton) situated on the west bank of the Connecticut River offer Art, Antiques, Boutiques, Fine Shops, Museums, Marinas, Inns, and Restaurants.

Getting There & Details

Address
P.O. Box 322
Phone
(860) 767-3904
Map
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More Things to Do

Not every place needs a reason.

Sometimes it's enough just to be there.

Griswold Inn

1776 inn with an outstanding art collection, riverboat decor, furnished with antiques. 31 rooms with…

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Keep moving.

Even slow progress opens up new places and perspectives.

Essex Steam Train & Riverboat Ride

Ride in 1920's coaches pulled by an authentic steam locomotive. Then, board the river boat…

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Somewhere between here and nowhere.

The spaces in between are often the most memorable.

Connecticut River Museum

Housed in an 1878 Steamboat Dock warehouse located on the waterfront, the museum tells the…

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Stop when something catches your eye.

Those moments tend to matter more than the planned ones.

Becky Thatcher

Includes hour-long cruise aboard the Becky Thatcher to enjoy the view of the Connecticut River…

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