Avon Attractions
Avon is located along the banks of the Farmington River. The town was settled in 1645 and originally known as Northington.
Farmington Valley Arts Center
Farmington Valley Arts Center allows visitors to watch artists at work, view finished creations in a gallery or learn the skills necessary to create work of their own. There are 20 artist studios and two galleries that sell fine arts and crafts.
Farmington Valley Arts Center
25 Arts Center Lane
Avon, CT 06001
United States
25 Arts Center Lane
Avon, CT 06001
United States
Phone 1 (860) 678-1867
Fax 1 (860) 674-1877
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | Closed | 11:00 | 11:00 | 11:00 | 10:00 | 12:00 |
| Close | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 |
Facilities
Gift shop
Living Museum
This 19th century structure was once a schoolhouse. The Living Museum displays artifacts, memorabilia, historic photographs and maps related to the history of the area.
Hours
June 1 to October 31
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | 14:00 |
| Close | 16:00 |
Disabled
Full facilities for persons with disabilities.
