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Town Of Durham

30 Townhouse Road
860-349-3452

About Us

The Town of Durham is a rural community of approximately 7,134 residents, located about halfway between Hartford and New Haven. We are conveniently situated with easy access to Interstate highway routes 91, 84, 95 and State highway routes 9 and 691. Durham is primarily residential, with a few remaining farms and a small business park.

Our three churches are conveniently located on Main Street, along with our municipal buildings and our wonderful library.

Our school system and transfer station are regionalized with our neighboring community of Middlefield.

Town government is conducted by an elected three-member Board of Selectmen, with the position of First Selectman being full time.

We encourage involvement in community activities, boards, and commissions. Meeting dates are posted on the public bulletin board in the Town Hall and you are most welcome to attend, observe, and hopefully, find an area of interest.

Durham provides a serene pastoral setting with good schools and extensive open space. It is an excellent place to bring your business and your family and watch them both grow.

Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 428
Durham, CT 06422


Recent News

Town Of Durham News - June 29, 2023

Concert Tonight! Kings of Karma June 29, 2023 6:00pm Allyn Brook Park Free Admission CONCERTS SPONSORED BY TOWN OF DURHAM, DURHAM LIONS CLUB, MAIN STREET HOME LOANS Sign up for Notifications Join Our…

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D.A.R.T. Rabies Clinic

2023 Rabies Clinics Sponsored by Durham Animal Response Team Sunday June 4th and 25th 2023 9:00 am to 12:00 pm Clinic Location Brenda’s Main Street Feed 58 Main Street Durham, CT 06422 $20 Cash or Check Please bring dogs on leashes and cats…

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Town Of Durham : Social Security Administration: National Slam the Scam Day

Social Security Administration: National Slam the Scam Day March 9, 2023 On National Slam the Scam Day and throughout the year, we give you the tools to recognize Social Security-related scams and stop scammers from stealing your money and…

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Town Of Durham News - Sustainable Durham Looking for New Members

Sustainable Durham Looking for New Members Hello Durham! Sustainable Durham Committee is reaching out to all Durhamites in hopes of growing the team! If sustainability is something you are passionate about and are looking for ways to take…

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Town Of Durham : Durham Farmers' Market February 4th

Hello Market Friends, Don't let the cold stop you from coming out on Saturday at the United Churches of Durham from 10am-1pm. Our vendors will be here for you. Thanks for your continued support of the market, and it really shows. Our new…

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Town Of Durham - Assessor's Office Applications For State Elderly/Disabled Tax Relief Programs

Applications for the State Elderly/Disabled Tax Relief Programs and the Town of Durham’s Senior Tax Relief (Freeze or Deferral) Programs are available for income qualifying residents. The filing period for same is February 1st - May 15, 2023.…

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Town Of Durham - Vaccine Clinics February

Vaccine Clinics Flu, Shingles, Pneumonia, and COVID-19 boosters available. When: Tuesday, February 7, 2023 from 8AM—12PM, and Tuesday, February 21, 2023 from 8AM– 12PM Where: The United Churches Hall, 228R Main Street, Durham (The…

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Town Of Durham : Community CPR Day Free CPR And AED Training

Community CPR Day Free CPR & AED Training Learn Lifesaving Skills From the Experts! AED Demonstrations & Vendors on site Classes every 20 minutes, no registration needed! Saturday, January 28th, 10am-2pm South Fire District: 445…

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Town Of Durham : 2023 Medical Explorers Program

Calling all Black, Indigenous, and Latino/a Students! Want tot Learn More About a Career in Health Care? Join the Middlesex Health Medical Explorers Program! As a Medical Explorer, you will be guided through a simulated patient case as it moves…

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Town Of Durham News - State Environmental Monitor - Notice of Scoping for Durham Center Water System Main Extension

Notice of Scoping for Durham Center Water System Main Extension Addresses: Areas to the East of Route 17 in the Southwestern corner of Middletown continuing South, and to the East and West of Route 17, in the town of Durham. Municipalities…

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Town Of Durham Winter Farmers Market January 14th

Make your new years resolution to Shop Local more often!!!! A good place to do that is right at our Farmers Market. Shopping local supports small businesses and farms that rely on weekly sales from going to markets. We will continue with a market…

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Town of Durham -Covid-19 Test Kits Available In Town Hall

The Town of Durham has COVID-19 at-home test kits available. Please note they expire January 20, 2023. Stop by the Health Department Monday-Friday from 7:30AM-3:00PM to pick them up. Please do not come into the Town Hall if you are sick. For other…

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Town Of Durham Covid-19 Weekly Update - December 22, 2022

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Town Of Durham - Health Notice: Pediatric Influenza Death

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Town Of Durham - Covid-19 Testing Resources

COVID-19 Testing Resources The portal to order more COVID-19 at-home tests has reopened: https://www.covid.gov/tests or call 1-800-232-0233 (TTY 1-888-720-7489). Please note that at this time the Durham Health Department does not have any more…

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Town Of Durham : Giving Tree Tags Still Available

There are still a few tags left on the Giving Tree along with many gift card ideas! Stop in to the Recreation Office on the first floor of the Town Hall Monday-Friday between 8:30 and 4:30 if interested in helping a family in need. Contact Morgan…

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Town of Durham - 9 Town Transit Free Fares Extended

The Connecticut legislature, Connecticut DOT and Governor Lamont announced today new funding to extend the free fare program through March 31, 2023! This includes all 9 Town Transit and Middletown Area Transit routes, XtraMile, ADA paratransit and…

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Town Of Durham : Winter Farmers Market Saturday November 26

We are back in action for Small Businees Saturday!!!! Our Winter Market will start on Saturday, November 26th and will be held at the United Churches(228 Main Street) in Durham from 10am-1pm!!!! It's on the corner of Rt. 68 and 17. There are 2…

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Town Of Durham News - The Giving Tree is Up

The Giving Tree is Up! The Holiday Giving Tree is located in the Recreation Office on the first floor of Durham Town Hall. Tags on the tree list gift ideas for individuals and families who are in need. No names are given out, just a number, age…

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