Museums

Gay-Hoyt House Museum

Built in 1775, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, featuring furniture, paintings, photographs, textile collection, hands-on history room for children, changing exhibits.

Plan Your Visit

Getting There & Details

Admission: Free.
Hours: Tue.-Fri. 1-4, and by appt.
Address: 18 Main St. (Rte. 41)
Phone: (860) 364-5688
Map: Get Directions →

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