The Griswold Inn

The Griswold Inn Spirited Fun!....Since 1776 Located in the picturesque and historic village of Essex, Connecticut, The Griswold Inn is a destination experience.
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With 34 guest accommodations, unique shopping, historic dining, a stunning nouvelle cuisine wine bar, and a taproom considered by many to be the best barroom in America, The 'Gris' offers visitors an authentic and spirited adventure. Come make your own history here.

There were so many delicious moments throughout the weekend! This one - a rousing rendition of Happy Birthday along with...
06/10/2026

There were so many delicious moments throughout the weekend! This one - a rousing rendition of Happy Birthday along with the cake that went with it! The fabulous cake was custom-made for the occasion by The Pursuit of Pastry in Old Saybrook - 👌🏼✨!!! It was a celebration that will certainly go down in history! 😉 And it's not over yet!

06/07/2026

The GRIS250 Birthday Celebration continues...🥳🥂💥

06/06/2026

Highlights from a spirited kickoff for our GRIS250 celebration - 250 years of history and hospitality. More on tap tonight! 🥂✨

One more time with feeling!If you haven't heard by now... 😉Thanks to the team at NBC Connecticut - Lisa LaMontagne, Abbe...
06/03/2026

One more time with feeling!

If you haven't heard by now... 😉

Thanks to the team at NBC Connecticut - Lisa LaMontagne, Abbey Carnivale and John Mongeau - for giving us the opportunity to share the good word!

See you soon?

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There's still time to join us for this special book event over our GRIS250 Birthday Weekend!Sunday, June 7th | 3:30-5:00...
06/01/2026

There's still time to join us for this special book event over our GRIS250 Birthday Weekend!

Sunday, June 7th | 3:30-5:00 pm
Steeped in History: An Author's Tea with Julie Gerstenblatt

At the center of the story is a young woman’s story of resilience and identity.

As we mark 250 years of history and hospitality, this story feels an especially fitting part of our birthday celebration. Set in maritime New England, defined by legacy and courage, The Stargazer of Nantucket reflects our seafaring heritage and the enduring tradition of storytelling that has shaped The Gris since 1776.

An intimate afternoon of tea, conversation, and storytelling...
Advance reservations are required.

https://store.griswoldinn.com/products/steeped-in-history-afternoon-tea-with-author-julie-gerstenblatt

In one week, June 5th through 7th, we'll be celebrating 250 years of history and hospitality. 🥂✨ Here's what's on tap:
05/29/2026

In one week, June 5th through 7th, we'll be celebrating 250 years of history and hospitality.

🥂✨ Here's what's on tap:

In case you haven't heard... This old place is celebrating a big birthday soon! Will you be joining us? Lots of festivit...
05/24/2026

In case you haven't heard... This old place is celebrating a big birthday soon! Will you be joining us? Lots of festivity on tap - kicking off Friday, June 5th at 5pm with the Sailing Masters of 1812. 🥁🪈🎶 Please spread the good word! 😉

The Griswold Inn was the first 3-story wooden structure built in Connecticut! This image was taken by an unknown photographer - 1865. Zoom in and you'll note it says "GRISWOLD HOUSE" across the second-floor balcony. The sign, along with the original photo, can be found in our Covered Bridge Dining Room. 😊

05/22/2026

Drumroll please...

Mark your calendar! Two weeks from today - Friday, June 5th at 5:00 pm - we kick off our GRIS250 Birthday Weekend!

Join us as we celebrate 250 years of history and hospitality, and the generations of patrons and staff - past and present - who made it all possible. ✨

Please share this with anyone you think may want to join the festivities!

See our schedule of evolving 250 commemorative events.

https://griswoldinn.com/news/a-taste-for-history-celebrating-250-years-of-history-and-hospitality/



America250 America 250 CT Commission Historic Hotels of America

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36 Main Street
Essex, CT
06426

Opening Hours

Monday 11:30am - 11pm
Tuesday 11:30am - 8pm
Wednesday 11:30am - 8pm
Thursday 11:30am - 11pm
Friday 11:30am - 11pm
Saturday 11:30am - 11pm
Sunday 11:30am - 8pm

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