Pratt House (c.1732)

Historic house built in sections throughout the 18th-century. Vernacular architecture with period furnishings, herb garden.

Getting There & Details

Admission
Donations welcome.
Hours
June-Sept.,
Address
19 West Ave.
Phone
(860) 767-1249
Map
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