Putnam

Putnam is a town with almost 9,500 people in 20 square miles. Putnam prides itself on being the heart of northeastern Connecticut. Putnam was created from sections of Killingly, Pomfret and Thompson and has a rich industrial history. It was home to former Connecticut Governor John Dempsey and children’s author Gertrude Warner. In 1955, the town was devastated by floods and at the end of the twentieth century began enjoying an economic and cultural renaissance. Putnam has an elementary school, a middle school and a high school and is home to the Putnam Science Academy.

Putnam has the honor of having been voted as one of “15 Best Small Towns to Visit in New England” by Boston Magazine. Downtown showcases restaurants, retail shops, antique shops, Bradley Playhouse theatre, and the WINY radio station.  The Putnam community has a beautiful River Trail and Story Walk for children and families to enjoy on this easily accessible trail. Our community hosts many events for residents and visitors alike such as our annual Fireworks celebration, Car Cruise invitational, concerts in the park, Pop-up Putnam, River Fires, Zombie Fashion Show, and our Holiday Dazzle Light parade (always the Sunday after Thanksgiving). Come on over and visit us, we look forward to seeing you!