There are plenty of sights and sites to enjoy when you make your way into the Niantic Village. The Niantic Village takes its name from the Nehantic tribe of Native Americans that once occupied the territory. There are still Niantic historic sights of interest with this village. Your first point of contact should be the East Lyme Historical Society. This institution presides over many of the historical sites in the village.

Some of the properties the institute presides over include the Thomas Lee House and Niantic Community Church (The Second Ecclesiastical Society of Lyme), which is a still functioning church that was first erected centuries ago. There are also two cemeteries that will be of interest to historians: the Old Stone Church Burial Ground and the Union Cemetery. The former is located at the intersection of Society and Riverview, while the latter can be found on East Pattagansett Road.

The Smith Harris House is a 19th century house that is believed to have been built for Thomas Avery by John Clark. It is available for guided tours. The oldest wooden framed house, the Thomas Lee House, is also available for tours and has various historical artifacts and documents. Some other Niantic historic sights in and around the area include Rocky Neck State Park, the Ellie Mitchell Pavilion, the Niantic Menhaden Oil and Guano Company, Bride Brook, Liberty Green and the Tory House.

Another interesting landmark is the Children's Museum of South Eastern Connecticut. This is found inside East Lymes’ original public library. It offers educational exhibits of interest to all children with a zest for learning.

If you want to explore the Village of Niantic with historic sights and sites, then start making your itinerary today. You can take a guided tour of the aforementioned properties, or you can explore the streets and homes on your own. Just be aware that some houses are not open all year round. This is certainly a village that appreciates its history!