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Norwich, Connecticut
Norwich, CT
Population: 36,117

  
ATTRACTIONS
Amusements

Putts Up Dock Miniature Golf Located on the East Side of the Chelsea Harbor, 860-886-PUTT, 888-48WHARF, At Putts Up Dock, you will be challenged by 19-not-18 winding and deceiving holes. Experience the Mine Shaft Hole, Snake Pit, and Connecticut's only erupting volcano, which explodes every 20 minutes. Also features old fashioned ice cream, a pontoon boat ride, birthday party packages, club house, concession stand & retail shop and a family entertainment center.  more...


Historic Homes & Buildings

Leffingwell House Historic Museum (circa 1675) 348 Washington Street, Norwich, CT 06360, 860-889-9440, Restored home of early industrialist Christopher Leffingwell. Built in 1675 and used as a meeting place for patriots during the Revolutionary War. map


Historic Sites & Monuments

Powerhouse and Upper Falls Heritage Walkway Sherman Street, 860-886-4683, A site of native American battle and source of energy for former mill. The park is landscaped greenway along the Yantic River.


Museums & Galleries

Slater Memorial Museum and Converse Art Gallery 108 Crescent Street, Norwich, CT 06360, 860-887-2506, A treasure trove of art from five continents. Walk through the renowned plaster cast collection of Greek, Roman and Italian Renaissance sculpture. The adjacent Converse Art Gallery is home to changing temporary exhibitions, largely devoted to contemporary art and crafts.  more... map


Parks, Gardens & Zoos

Marina at American Wharf, The 1 American Wharf, Norwich, CT 06360, 860-886-6363, "World Class" marina with brick promenades and walkways, lawn and flower beds, outdoor cooking grills and benches.

Mohegan Park 50 Clinton Avenue, Norwich, CT 06360, 860-886-2381 Ext. 259, Enjoy different activities in this park like swimming, picnicking, children's playground, and walking paths.

Norwich Rose Garden Located on Rockwell Street in Mohegan Park, Situated on two acres, the garden features 2,500 rose bushes in 120 varieties. The roses are at their full height during June but continue to blossom throughout the summer.


Tours & Cruises

Eleanor Marina at American Wharf, Built in 1939 by the prestigious yachtbuilder John Trumpy and formerly owned by eccentric billionaire Howard Hughes, this classic wooden yacht evokes the charm and prestige once reserved for only the wealthiest of people. During the Summer Season, Eleanor will be docked at The Marina at American Wharf.


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