Putnam is located in the Windham County, in the State of Connecticut. As a major town in the region, Putnam has a growing population, which numbers over 9,580 inhabitants. The initial name of Putnam was Aspinock. The town of Putnam was developed from parts of Killingly, Woodstock, Thompson and Pomfret and was incorporated in 1855.
Top Attractions within Putnam
The River Mills Heritage Trail is the most suitable way through which you can visit the most important parts of the town of Putnam. The trail will take you along the most valued landmarks of the community and a variety of famous locations. The route of the trail will take you to see the following: the Monohansett Mill, the Cargill Falls Mill, the Morse Mansion, the Old Putnam High School, the Morse Mill, the Belding Mill, the Rhodes Mill and the Nightingale Mill. Along the way, you will learn more about the past of this wonderful community and even spot some more places that you would like to visit. A map of the River Mills Heritage Trail is available online, so that you can have a great self-guided tour.
The NECT Great Pumpkin Festival is held every year in Putnam, in the last weekend of October. The festival welcomes all talented artisans and craftsmen to showcase their talents through pumpkin carvings. Visitors that come here during the time of the festival are mostly interested in finding a unique model of pumpkin to bring home for the Halloween celebration. This is the perfect source for people who love this holiday and want to have the best decorations possible for it. In addition to the pumpkin sales, the festival features live concerts, contests and booths with products and food.
The Gertrude Warner Museum in Putnam is the most appreciated venue of its kind. The museum houses the personal collection of objects gathered by Gertrude Warner. You will have the chance to see a variety of artifacts arranged as such to resemble the old way of living. The grounds also include the Boxcar Children Museum, an opportunity for children to learn more and have fun.
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| Dudley | 9/15 | Directions | 42.0451 | -71.93007 |
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