Welcome to Durham, CT

Welcome to the official website of the Town of Durham! Our town, nestled in the heart of Middlesex County, is a tapestry of scenic beauty, historic charm, and community spirit. Durham, with its serene landscapes and deep-rooted history, offers a unique blend of tranquility and vibrancy, embodying the essence of a quintessential small town.
This website is your digital window into Durham, providing a wealth of resources, latest updates, and a peek into the aspects that make our town extraordinary. Whether you're a long-time resident or a first-time visitor, we invite you to explore, connect, and discover all that Durham has to offer.
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Star Spangled Town-Wide Picnic | America 250
2:00 p.m.
Durham Community Center and Allyn Brook Park
This event is rain or shine, but the forecast looks sunny and beautiful! We will have a tents, water filling stations, and indoor air conditioning with activities and seating. We will also have water games and sprinkler activities for the kids! See details below!
Join us for town wide picnic honoring America 250. Activities will include:
- Durham Patriotic Artists Exhibition 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. inside Community Center
- Old Fashioned Fun and Games (3-legged race, potato sack, relay race, water balloon toss) - Click Here for Schedule <--
- An All-American Picnic
- Picnic foods and water available for purchase inside the Community Center. All proceeds go to the America 250 Committee
- Please feel free to bring your own picnic food
- Apple Pie Eating Contests :
- Pre-Registration is required for participation
- Limited to ten adults ages 14+ and ten children 13 and under
- Sign up will begin at 2:00 p.m., at the Welcome Tent
- Contest will take place at 5:00 p.m.
- America250 Birthday Song/Cake at 5:30 p.m. in the Community Center Cafe
- Patriotic Concert at Allyn Brook Park featuring The Middletown Symphonic Band starting at 6:00 p.m.
- Coginchaug Little League Majors Baseball, Finale played ‘under the lights’ at 7:30 p.m.
Tax Collector’s Office Hours June 2026
Martin French, CCMC
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Upcoming Meeting & Events
We can't spell Durham without U
Durham is a town with a rich history and strong agricultural roots. This video takes you through our tight-knit community, where every resident contributes to the unique fabric of Durham. Our story is as diverse and enduring as every individual who becomes a part of it. This is your invitation to dive into the narrative that makes Durham a charming and vibrant place.

