| Attractions In and Around Norwich
Rich in history and the arts, Norwich is a mecca for people exploring history, sculpture, and fun attractions such as basketball, ice skating, boating, golf, miniature golf, and walking trails. The variety of attractions in Norwich provided something for everyone. Our location is also ideal as a hub to visit other nearby sights in southeastern Connecticut.
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| Located on Asylum Street, is an off-leash playground for dogs. The park is an acre and a quarter in size, is totally fenced in and has separate play areas for large dogs and small dogs. It also has a "no dog zone" where children and others who wish to watch the dogs without entering the park can sit and enjoy. The park is very level and is accessible for people who use wheelchairs. Dogs must have a valid license displayed on their collar when in the park. The park opened in June 2005 and has quickly become one of the most used parks in town. Visitors are urged to read the park rules and check out the park in person before bringing their dogs. See the park committee's website for the rules and other information about the park: www.pawsitivepark.com. |
THE ESTELLE COHN MEMORIAL DOG PARK
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 SLATER MEMORIAL MUSEUM
A treasure trove of art from five continents, the Slater Memorial Museum is a "must see" when visiting Norwich. The Romanesque Revival-style building, designed by Worcester architect Stephen Earle and dedicated in 1886, features stained glass windows, marble mosaics, intricate pressed brick architectural details, and carved oak, chestnut and cherry moldings. Walk through the renowned plaster cast collection of Greek, Roman and Italian Renaissance sculpture and learn how these and the many other examples of fine and decorative art reflect the ideals of the Victorian era. The adjacent Converse Art Gallery is home to changing temporary exhibitions, largely devoted to contemporary art and crafts. Located at 108 Crescent Street, on the campus of the Norwich Free Academy. Open 10-4 Tuesday through Friday, 1-4 Saturday and Sunday, and closed Monday and Holidays. Nominal admission charge.
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CONNECTICUT EXPLORER'S GUIDE - This website is a comprehensive outdoor adventure resource featuring free online maps and guides for hiking, mountain biking, rock climbing, kayaking, camping, and road cycling.
 LEFFINGWELL HOUSE MUSEUM
Step back in time to the late 1600s as you enter the home of Christopher Leffingwell. Provisioner to George Washington during the American Revolution, Leffingwell was also noted for building the first paper mill in Connecticut as well as a chocolate processing mill and a stocking mill. These were built along the Yantic River, harnessing its water power. Besides industry the Leffingwell home also hosted English clock maker, Thomas Harland, who repaid the family with several tall clocks still on exhibit today. A collection of fine silver form local silversmith Joseph Carpenter and children's toys can be viewed in this interesting history-filled home. Located at intersection of Route 2 and 348 Washington Street. Open seasonally and by appointment. Call (860) 889-9440 for information.
 NORWICH ROSE GARDEN
The beautiful Norwich Rose Garden is located on Rockwell Street in Mohegan Park. Situated on two acres of gently sloping parkland, the garden features 2,500 rose bushes in 120 varieties. This garden is one of 140 gardens throughout the United States that displays award winning roses in cooperation with the All American Rose Selections, Inc. The roses are at their full height during June but continue to blossom throughout the summer.
 ICE RINK
Norwich's Municipal Ice Rink offers skating time for amateur and professional skaters as well as for hockey teams. The facility can be rented for private parties and has a full concession area, equipment rentals, and certified instructors. Check out their new site for the latest public skating schedules and Learn To Skate registration forms: Norwich Ice Rink.
THE SPIRIT OF BROADWAY THEATER
Best Production Company
24 Chestnut Street
Norwich, CT 06360
(860) 886-BEST
Check out their web site:
Spirit of Broadway Theatre
| The Norwich Arts Council & Donald Oat Theater 60-62 Broadway, Norwich CT
860-887-2789 Website www.norwicharts.org
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Norwich Golf Course was selected by New England Journal of Golf as one of "New England's Top 100 Courses You Can Play"
Listed by Golf Digest in 2004 "Best Places to Play" and given 3 1/2 stars.
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