The Town of Salisbury is nestled in the bucolic wonder of the northwest corner of Connecticut. Salisbury and its villages of Lakeville, Taconic, Lime Rock and Amesville are convenient to the Appalachian Trail, mountains for hiking and skiing, lakes for fishing and canoeing, and numerous art and music venues.

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The town located two hours north of New York City and one hour west of Hartford, CT and southeast of Albany, NY. The Town of Salisbury is nestled in the bucolic wonder of the northwest corner of Connecticut. Salisbury and its villages of Lakeville, Taconic, Lime Rock and Amesville are convenient to the Appalachian Trail, mountains for hiking and skiing, lakes for fishing and canoeing, and numerous art and music venues. Even with the myriad of activities available in the town and surrounding areas, Salisbury has managed to maintain its rural feel as is immediately apparent when traveling its scenic roads among beautiful vistas of New England homes, rolling hills, pristine lakes, and babbling brooks. Visitors are welcome to stay at a choice of attractive inns and B&Bs, attend one of many beautiful churches, wander down the streets to visit shops, galleries and eateries and take advantage of swimming at the town beach or boating on Lake Wononscopomuc or Twin Lakes. One may also indulge in a vast history, including that of the 1800s iron ore industry, by enjoying several historic sites. From international vintage car races to ski jumping competitions, the area offers an array of activities for all seasons. For those interested in a longer “visit,” the town offers an outstanding public school system as well as several renowned private schools. Welcome to Salisbury and Lakeville.


 

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Facts about Salisbury

Town/City established:

  • Incorporated in 1741.

Named from:

  • From Salisbury, Wiltshire; Indian name, "Weatogue."

County:

  • Litchfield.

Notable citizens (past and present):

  • Ethan Allen (1738-1789), owned a blast furnace in Lakeville in the 1760s.
  • Margaret Hamilton, actress who played the Wicket Witch of the West in The Wizard of Oz.
  • Myron Holley, Erie Canal builder.
  • Richard Landon, Olympic gold medal winner.
  • Meryl Streep, actress.
  • Rip Torn, American television and film actor.

Top Attractions:

  • Lime Rock Park.
  • Mount Riga State Park.
  • Appalachian Trail.
  • Lake Wononscopomuc.

Annual Visitor’s Events:

  • Jumpfest Winter Festival - Eastern States Ski Jumping Championship, February.
  • Lime Rock Park Grand Prix, May.
  • Open Your Eyes Studio Tour, June.
  • Historic Festival at Lime Rock Park, September.

Quality of town:

  • The town located two hours north of New York City and one hour west of Hartford, CT and southeast of Albany, NY. The Town of Salisbury is nestled in the bucolic wonder of the northwest corner of Connecticut. Salisbury and its villages of Lakeville, Taconic, Lime Rock and Amesville are convenient to the Appalachian Trail, mountains for hiking and skiing, lakes for fishing and canoeing, and numerous art and music venues. Even with the myriad of activities available in the town and surrounding areas, Salisbury has managed to maintain its rural feel as is immediately apparent when traveling its scenic roads among beautiful vistas of New England homes, rolling hills, pristine lakes, and babbling brooks. Visitors are welcome to stay at a choice of attractive inns and B&Bs, attend one of many beautiful churches, wander down the streets to visit shops, galleries and eateries and take advantage of swimming at the town beach or boating on Lake Wononscopomuc or Twin Lakes. One may also indulge in a vast history, including that of the 1800s iron ore industry, by enjoying several historic sites. From international vintage car races to ski jumping competitions, the area offers an array of activities for all seasons. For those interested in a longer “visit,” the town offers an outstanding public school system as well as several renowned private schools. Welcome to Salisbury and Lakeville.

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