Connecticut Real Estate & Relocation Guide

Tolland, Connecticut

Population: 13,146

Located in Tolland County

Settlers first came to Tolland in 1715, and by 1722 Tolland was incorporated as Connecticut's 49th town. Tolland Green, the town's center, is now part of a national historic district. Included in the district are several of Tolland's historic attractions such as the Tolland County Courthouse, the Old Jail Museum, the Hicks-Stearn Family Museum, and many Victorian homes. The beauty and mystery of Tolland's oldest house, the Daniel Benton Homestead Museum, invite visitors to walk through the genuine antique home on Metcalf Road.

Parks and Recreation Areas

Crandall Park, with its pond, hiking trails, pavilion, playground, and athletic fields, provides an attractive, safe, and fun location for the town's recreational activities. Recently, 146 acres were added to the park thanks to the efforts of the town's conservation commission. The Lodge, located at Crandall's II is available to the public to be rented for special events such as parties, showers, receptions, and retreats. Heron Cove Park and River Park include additional athletic fields to serve the town. Tolland also includes two State Forests. Kohler Forest, which covers 100 acres along the Willimantic River, is a popular site for hiking, biking, and fly-fishing. The Nye-Holman State Forest offers more recreational opportunities.

Events

The Hicks-Stearn Family Museum, as well as the Arts Center, offer events and special programs throughout the year. The summer-time Farmer's Markets offer fresh and tasty seasonal produce. Each Saturday during the summer, local farmers sell their goods on Tolland Green between the hours of 9 a.m. and 1 p.m.