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The Town of Westbrook is located along the Connecticut coast bordered by beautiful Long Island
Sound, where fishing, boating, sailing and sightseeing abound. The quiet,
small town hosts fine restaurants offering fare ranging from casual to
gourmet. Local attractions include the Westbrook Historical Society, the
Military Historians' Museum, the
Stewart B. McKinney National
Wildlife Refuge,
ancient cemeteries and historical houses. Several freshwater lakes offer
good fishing and
canoeing, or a peaceful place
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Historic Postcard
of
Westbrook,
Connecticut
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Westbrook
covers 15.72 square miles of town and shoreline! |
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The David
Bushnell House
built in 1678! This historic landmark is very near it's
original condition! |
Settled in 1840, Westbrook was
the birthplace of David Bushnell, the Revolutionary War Patriot who is
recognized by the United States Navy, as the inventor of the first submarine,
the Turtle. The David
Bushnell House is currently owned by the Lee Company and is the Museum of
Early Engineering Technology. It is located only 4 houses away from the
Westbrook Inn and open from 5-7pm every Thursday or by appointment (860)
399-6281 ext. 2248 |
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Not much has changed at the
town beach. Never over crowded, the atmosphere is warm, casual & fun,
plus it's only a short stroll from the Westbrook Inn! |
On the town green, the
Military Historians Museum displays the largest collection of American
military uniforms in the country! There is also a research and video
library located at the museum. Free admission open Tue.-Fri. 8-3:30 and by
appt (860) 399-9460.
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The
triangular-shaped town green is just 1/3 mile from the Inn & offers many
weekly events. There you will also find Westbrook's Historical Society, the
Military Museum,
Scrapbook
Clubhouse,
Beautiful
Impressions Stamp Shop, Westbrook's General Store, a few
Restaurants
and more! |
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String of Pearls
Westbrook's Town
Green always seems to have a fun weekend event. On Sundays from 6-8pm
different bands treat the locals to a Free concert on the green. Bring a
couple of chairs and a bottle of wine for a relaxing, inexpensive night
out on the town! Sorry, the 2007 season has ended but look for next years
line-up in the spring.

Middletown Symphonic Band |

Westbrook's Fife & Drum
Muster, an annual tradition, features a fantastic parade walking distance
from the Inn! Reserve early for this special event!

Annual March of Dimes Bike-A-Thon |
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