Two Attractions In One
This eastern Connecticut attraction is a favorite of locals and visitors alike. The Coventry Farmers’ Market is the largest in the state and one of the best in New England, bringing together artisans; growers of local produce; and makers of cheese, bread, and practically every other kind of food and drink you could want. There are also food trucks, animals, and entertainment.
The market moves indoors in the winter, but on Sundays from June to October, it takes over the spacious grounds of the home built by the family of Connecticut’s State Hero, Revolutionary War spy Nathan Hale. References to Hale’s short life and bravery in death can be found all over the state, but touring the Homestead is a quick and entertaining introduction to the domestic customs of his time.