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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You are Invited! | America 250
ART CREATIVES 250
Friday, June 5, 2026
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Durham Community Center
An inspiring exhibition of Durham historic and patriotic art-
Featuring works by talented local artists including the
Durham Bicentennial Quilt and select William Kent pieces.
There will be a Mini-Lecture at 6:15 p.m., by Alicia Miller about local artist William Kent followed by a Town of Durham Proclamation naming June 5th ‘William Kent Day’.
Local Artists or Art Collectors: Please contact Carolyn Havrda (860-894-7837 or chavrda@townofdurhamct.org) by May 15th if you are interested in showing your Historic Durham or Patriotic Art.
Star Spangled Town-Wide Picnic
Saturday, June 6, 2026
2:00 p.m. at the Durham Community Center and Allyn Brook Park
Join us for town wide picnic honoring America 250. Activities will include:
- Durham Patriotic Artists Exhibition & Old Fashioned Fun and Games
- An All-American Picnic (picnic foods available for purchase)
- Apple Pie Eating Contests
- America250 Birthday Song/Cake
- Patriotic Concert at Allyn Brook Park featuring The Middletown Symphonic Band
- Coginchaug Little League Majors Baseball, Finale played ‘under the lights’
PRESENTED BY:
THE DURHAM AMERICA250 COMMITTEE
At the Community Center and Allyn Brook Park
2-4 pm Durham Patriotic Artists Exhibition &
Old-Fashioned Fun and Games
4-6 pm All-American Picnic
(picnic foods available for purchase)
5 pm Apple Pie Eating Contests
5:30 pm America250 Birthday Song/Cake
6-7:30 pm Patriotic Concert at Allyn Brook Park
featuring The Middletown Symphonic Band
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.
