Topsmead State Forest

Topsmead State Forest (cared for by the Friends of Topsmead State Forest) is anchored by the English Tudor style “cottage” of Edith Morton Chase, built on land she received from her father, Henry, president of Chase Brass & Copper Company of Waterbury. In 1927 Ms. Chase purchased the adjacent Buell Farm, and on her death 1972 she left the estate to the State of Connecticut to preserve its natural beauty. The trails flow through woods and open meadows emanating from the cottage at the top of the mead. Check the website for details on visiting and cottage tours, and make sure to look at the great series of Lectures on the Lawn under Events.