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Chester

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Not every place needs a reason.

Sometimes it's enough just to be there.

Chester/Hadlyme Ferry

Selden III , a ferry that crosses the scenic Connecticut River near Gillette Castle State Park, carries 8 to 9 cars per trip and is the second-oldest continuously operating ferry…

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Attractions

Things to Do in Chester

Stop when something catches your eye.

Those moments tend to matter more than the planned ones.

Connecticut River Artisans Cooperative

Artisan gallery with one-of-a-kind works including paintings, photography, furniture, pottery, folk art, jewelry and clothing.

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Let it unfold.

Not everything needs to be scheduled to be meaningful.

Chester Airport

Open cockpit biplane over the lower Connecticut River Valley, weather permitting. Flight school, charters available.

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Stay a little longer.

Rushing through a place rarely does it justice.

The Inn and Vineyard at Chester

Country inn with Colonial decor, modern amenities. 44 rooms with private bath (six suites), rest.…

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Let the road decide.

Plans are useful, but flexibility is where the real discoveries happen.

The Norma Terris Theatre

Developing new musicals in an intimate nationally acclaimed theater.

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Events

Upcoming Events

Apr
24–26
Chester Squirrel Days
May
2
Town-Wide Tag Sale
May
11–12
Annual Paddlesports Demo Days
May
22
Midsummer Nights Stroll
Jun
30
Annual Four on the Fourth Road Race
Aug
21–23
Chester Fair