Oldest stone house, hands-on activities
The Henry Whitfield House in Guilford is Connecticut's oldest house and one of New England's oldest stone structures, built in 1639. The museum's grounds span over 8 acres with a visitor center, archaeology exhibit, education building with hands-on activities, and outdoor features including interpretive signs, a StoryWalk, native pollinator garden, and access to the New England Trail.
Free · Indoor & outdoor · Rainy-day pick · Quiet-friendly
The Education Building in a converted 1870s barn has history displays and hands-on activities designed for kids.
Bring a picnic; there are sunny and shady spots across the sprawling grounds for eating and playing.
Pick up a bloom chart at the parking lot kiosk to explore the native pollinator garden on the front lawn.