![]() Opposite from here is the Yale University Art Gallery, designed by the same architect. You’ll enjoy the works inside as much as the interior’s architecture by Louis Kahn. Soak up the surrounding Gothic architecture, with Harkness Tower the campus jewel, and find inspiration in the academic vitae.įor art lovers, Yale Center for British Art is known for being the largest collection of British art outside of the United Kingdom. Walk the stony paths and cross the verdant lawns, speckled with Frisby tossers and consumed readers. At the top of this expansive lawn is Phelps Hall and Gate, the picturesque entrance to Yale’s Old Campus. A good starting point is the New Haven Green, a non-commercialized 16-acred plot of land for the community. Snag a map, plus a copy of the Yale Daily News to see what’s happening that day, and get lost. Driving another 30 minutes east along the coastline, you’ll be at… As a self-proclaimed “community-driven coffee shop” and touting the tag line “Coffee Will Help,” Source Coffeehouse is very Gilmore indeed. Then take a beautiful fall drive, about an hour south, for a second cup of coffee at Source Coffeehouse. Let’s return to that beautiful farm for the first coffee cup of the day and a “made by hand” (and from scratch) breakfast sandwich or pastry, using the freshest ingredients from the farm. Once you’ve worked up an appetite…īreakfast at Arethusa a mano. You’ll find one-of-a-kind pieces here, from unique interiors to clothing for the whole family. This unique shop brings a mix of old and new in a beautifully bright and minimalistic setting. Kim with her discerning taste would nod an approval. Michael is an exquisite collector and designer with a knack for finding dramatic and unique pieces. Open doors on the weekends but by appointment only through the week, so plan ahead. Now for some…Īntiquing at Michael Trappin Cornwall. Other Gilmore-Esque attractions: House of Books, Kent Historical Society, and Kent Coffee and Chocolate Company. Grab a celebrated grilled cheese from 109 Cheese Market, a lunch of which Sookie would surely approve. There’s plenty to look at in this charming downtown area, and the bucolic drive to and from the area itself is rewarding, especially in the fall’s punchy leaf show. Some argue that Kent is more Stars Hollow-like than Washington Depot. ![]() Then coast along the scenic Route 7 up to the town of… ![]() Take in this town square and the surrounding charm. New Milford‘s town green and gazebo is a 15-minute drive. Grab some snacks for the road and start your tour around the Litchfield county area. Before heading out to the next town, stop into The Washington Food Market, a Doose’s Market of sorts. Entering into the red-bricked circular front, you’ll be greeted by knowledgeable book enthusiasts and a cozy environment to peruse literature like a Gilmore. It’s like the Black-White-Read Bookstore, except there’s nothing make-believe about this legitimate bookseller that promotes local authors. After fueling up, stop in next door to The Hickory Stick Bookshop. With all the spirit of Luke’s Diner, travelers and locals alike enjoy this cozy spot, equipped with a barista to support caffeine addictions. Let’s explore these sweet towns with a true to Gilmore start- breakfast at Marty’s Cafe. Washington/Washington Depot area is our home base at the Mayflower Inn & Spa. The goal of our trip is to carry that spirit of a Gilmore as we explore Connecticut in the fall. I watched with admiration for their rapid and quippy dialogue, fearless style, and strong ambition. ![]() It was the perfect time for a show that promoted strong female independence and cheeky wit as I neared the verge of adulthood. In fact, I graduated the same year Rory did. I’ve watched the Gilmore Girls since my early high school years. If you’re a Gilmore Girl fan, then this original state is heaven on earth. It serves fresh air and a slower rhythm to those needing a measured breath.Ĭonnecticut itself is enough, but Connecticut in the fall is another level. Equally flanked between the two big-city beauties, New York City and Boston, Connecticut isn’t competing for the same kind of attention. The quaint towns and communities are happy with the flow of the seaside-meets-pastoral environment. Like an unassuming and naturally beautiful Austen character, Connecticut is the state that doesn’t have to try at being appealing- it just is. ![]()
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