From a rich history to a scenic landscape Winsted is a charming town with a lot to offer

​News 12 photojournalist Lori Golias explores Winsted in this week's Road Trip Close to Home. Lori Golias

Oct 17, 2024 | Nestled in Litchfield County, in the foothills of the Berkshires, Winsted is rich in history.
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One site to see while visiting is the Soldier's Monument in Winsted, designed by Robert W. Hill and sculpted by the notable George E. Bissel.

Learn about Tort law -- the law of wrongful injuries -- at the nationally acclaimed American Museum of Tort Law founded by Ralph Nader.

Then, spend the day on walkable Main Street, enjoying food, fun, antiquing and more.