The Beautiful History of Connecticut’s Merritt Parkway Bridges
The Merritt Parkway was the first divided-lane, limited-access highway in Connecticut.
Category: Connecticut
Vintage hand-colored map of Connecticut from 1857
This beautiful hand drawn map of Connecticut was created in 1857 by Laura Roys, a student who attended Hartford Female Seminary, an all-female academy in Hartford, Connecticut. The map is beautifully colored, with shades of blue, orange, red, pink, yellow, and violet adorning the border of each city and town.
Iranistan, P.T. Barnum’s lost palace located in Bridgeport, CT
P.T. Barnum, most famously known for founding the Barnum & Bailey Circus…
Beautifully detailed map of Wallingford, CT from 1905
Wallingford, Connecticut in the 19th century.
Historic map of Stratford, Connecticut from 1882
Historic bird’s eye view of Stratford, Connecticut from 1882
Beautifully restored map of New London, Connecticut from 1876
Bird’s eye view of New London, Connecticut in 1876
Beautifully restored map of Ansonia, Connecticut from 1921
Old map showing an aerial view of Ansonia, Connecticut from 1921
10 amazing old pictures reveal forgotten history of Hartford, CT
Hartford is the capital of Connecticut and one of the oldest cities in the United States. It is...
YMCA of Bridgeport, CT
Bridgeport’s Young Men’s Christian Association was formed in June, 1883, and the...
The Chicken Roost in Bridgeport
The Chicken Roost was a restaurant in Bridgeport, CT that was famous for its “As You Like It” southern fried chicken.
12 fascinating pictures of the University of Connecticut in the 1950’s
The University of Connecticut began its history in 1880, when two brothers…
9 beautiful old pictures of Berlin Turnpike landmarks
The Berlin Turnpike is a roadway in Connecticut that served as the primary route...
9 historic images reveal the colorful history of Ansonia, CT
Ansonia is a city in New Haven County, Connecticut that was first settled by…
Lake Compounce in the 1950’s, vintage images of CT’s oldest amusement park
Lake Compounce, located in Bristol and Southington, CT, is America’s oldest…
24 amazing old images reveal forgotten historical treasures of New Haven, CT
New Haven is the second largest city in Connecticut. The city was founded in…
19 historic pictures of Stamford’s Dolan Middle School
Generations of Stamford, Connecticut residents have attended Dolan Middle…
14 beautiful old pictures reveal lost grandeur of Bridgeport, CT
Bridgeport is a seaport city in the U.S. state of Connecticut. It is the largest city in the…
Stunning vintage map of New Milford, CT from 1882
This vintage map shows New Milford, Connecticut as it looked in 1882.
Beautiful vintage map of Forestville, CT from 1880
This old map shows the Forestville section of what is now known as Bristol, Connecticut.
Beautifully restored map of Norwich, CT from 1876
This old map shows Norwich, Connecticut as it looked in 1876.
Beautifully illustrated map of Connecticut from 1926
Beautiful old map of the Nutmeg State illustrated with unique vintage drawings.
Beautifully restored map of Southington, CT from 1878
This map shows Southington, Connecticut as it looked in 1878.
Bird’s eye view of Willimantic, CT from 1882
This old map shows Willimantic, Connecticut in the late 19th century.
Old map showing a bird’s eye view of Hazardville, CT in 1880
This old map shows Hazardville, Connecticut in the late 19th century.
Bird’s eye view of Chester, Connecticut from 1881
This old map shows Chester, Connecticut in the late 19th century.
Beautiful vintage map of Bethel, Connecticut from 1879
Historic bird’s eye view of Bethel, Connecticut in 1879
Welcome to Meriden, one of the finest cities in Connecticut
Meriden is a city in Connecticut located almost equidistant from Boston and…
Map of Pioneer Hartford, CT highlights life in the 1600’s
This vintage map of Hartford, CT shows the city as it looked in the 1600’s.
Beautifully detailed map of Branford, Connecticut in 1905
Detailed bird’s eye view of Branford in the early 20th century.
55 historical pictures of Southington Connecticut during WWII
This collection of pictures shows what daily life was like in Southington during WWII.
Amazing old map of Windsor Locks, CT in 1877
This map shows Windsor Locks, Connecticut as it looked in 1877
Hand colored map of Bristol, Connecticut from 1893
Click here to see what Bristol looked like more than 100 years ago!
Historical map of Guilford, Connecticut created in 1893
This old map shows Guilford, CT as it looked in the late 19th century.
Historical map of Wallingford, Connecticut created in 1893
This old map of Wallingford, CT is a hand colored lithograph from 1893. The map was created by...
The most luxurious house ever built in Wallingford, Connecticut
Moses Yale Beach was an American inventor and publisher born in Wallingford…
Beautifully restored map of New Canaan, Connecticut from 1878
This old map shows New Canaan, Connecticut in the late 19th century.
Fascinating Pictures of Colchester Connecticut in the 1940’s
Jack Delano’s photos of Colchester, CT from the 1940’s.
Beautifully restored map of Plainville, Connecticut in 1878
Historic bird’s eye view of Plainville, Connecticut in 1878
Beautiful vintage map of Moosup, CT from 1889
This map shows Moosup, Connecticut as it looked in 1889.
Vintage map featuring historical Connecticut facts and trivia
This old map features historical Connecticut trivia from the 17th – 20th century.
Vintage map of Guilford, Connecticut from 1881
This map of Guilford, CT shows the town as it looked in 1881.
Connecticut’s Chester–Hadlyme Ferry
The Chester-Hadlyme ferry is the second oldest continuously operating ferry service in the state.
Amazing Vintage Map of Manchester, CT in 1880
This map shows Manchester, Connecticut as it looked in 1880, including the NY and New England Railroad Station
Beautifully restored map of Guilford, Connecticut from 1881
Historic bird’s eye view of Guilford, Connecticut in 1881
Beautiful bird’s eye view of Wolcotville (Torrington), Connecticut from 1877
This old map shows Wolcotville (now Torrington), Connecticut in the late 19th century.
Amazing old map of New Britain, Connecticut from 1875
This map shows New Britain, Connecticut in 1875.
Beautifully restored old map of New Hartford, CT from 1878
This old map shows New Hartford, Connecticut in the late 19th century.
Restored bird’s eye view of Clinton, CT from 1881
This old map shows Clinton, Connecticut in the late 19th century.
Restored bird’s eye view of East Hampton, Connecticut from 1880
This old map shows East Hampton, Connecticut in the late 19th century.
Beautiful bird’s eye view of Essex, Connecticut in 1881
This old map shows a bird’s eye view of Essex, Connecticut in the late 19th century.
Beautifully restored map of Canton, CT from 1869
Vintage landowners map of Canton, Connecticut as it used to be
11 vintages images reveal the beauty of Connecticut’s Candlewood Lake
Candlewood Lake is a manmade lake located in Connecticut that is is bordered by five towns:...
Beautifully restored map of Rocky Hill, CT from 1869
Vintage landowners map of Rocky Hill, Connecticut as it used to be
Beautiful hand drawn map of Stamford, Connecticut in 1883
Click here to see what Stamford looked like 100+ years ago.
Beautifully restored map of Stonington, Connecticut from 1879
Historic bird’s eye view of Stonington, Connecticut as it used to be
Historic landowners map of Burlington, CT from 1869
Vintage landowners map of Burlington, Connecticut as it used to be
Beautifully restored map of Naugatuck, Connecticut from 1877
Historic bird’s eye view of Naugatuck, Connecticut from 1877
Beautifully restored map of Cheshire, Connecticut from 1882
Detailed bird’s eye view of Cheshire, Connecticut as it used to be
Glastonbury, Rocky Hill, Enfield & Collinsville, CT in 1893
This map shows Glastonbury, Rocky Hill, Enfield & Collinsville, Connecticut as they looked in...
Beautifully restored map of Thompsonville, CT from 1878
This old map shows Thompsonville, Connecticut as it looked in 1878.
Beautiful old map of South Coventry, CT from 1878
This vintage map shows South Coventry, CT as it looked in 1878.
Beautifully restored map of Madison, Connecticut in 1881
Bird’s eye view of Madison, Connecticut as it used to be
4 vintage images of Savin Rock Amusement Park in West Haven
Savin Rock was an amusement park in West Haven, Connecticut that operated from the 1870’s – 1966.
Beautiful vintage map of Milford, Connecticut from 1882
Historic bird’s eye view of Milford, Connecticut in the late 19th century.
Historic map of the borough of Southington, CT from 1893
This beautiful map of Southington, Connecticut was created using government surveys in 1893.
40 enchanting pictures from Connecticut’s past
This collection of pictures reveals a side of Connecticut that many have never seen.
15 fascinating pictures of America’s oldest amusement park in the 1940’s
Lake Compounce in Bristol, CT is America’s oldest continuously operated theme park.
Beautiful old map of Bristol, Connecticut from 1878
This old map shows Bristol, Connecticut as it looked in 1878.
Beautifully detailed map of Danbury, Connecticut from 1884
Historic bird’s eye view of Danbury, Connecticut from 1884
Historic landowners map of Enfield, Connecticut from 1869
Vintage landowners map shows Enfield, Connecticut as it used to be
Beautifully restored map of Meriden, Connecticut from 1875
Detailed bird’s eye view of Meriden, Connecticut in 1875
Windsor Locks Indian Fair
The Windsor Locks Indian Harvest Festival took place from September – October, 1941
Amazing bird’s eye view of Bridgeport, Connecticut in 1875
This is how Bridgeport looked when only 20,000 people lived there!
Hartford’s State Capital, Memorial Arch, and Bushnell Park
These pictures of Hartford, Connecticut were taken over the span of 20 years, from 1900 -1920.
Cityscape view of Bridgeport, Connecticut from a nearby hill in 1857
This beautiful vintage print shows Bridgeport, Connecticut as it looked in 1857. The artist,...
Historic landowners map of South Windsor, CT from 1869
Vintage landowners map shows South Windsor, Connecticut as it used to be
Bird’s eye view of Middletown, Connecticut in 1877
This beautiful vintage map shows Middletown, Connecticut as it looked in 1877. At the time...
Beautifully restored map of Wallingford, Connecticut in 1881
Historic bird’s eye view of Wallingford, Connecticut
Beautifully detailed map of Westport, CT from 1878
Detailed bird’s eye view of Westport, Connecticut in 1878
Beautifully detailed map of Stamford, CT from 1875
Historic bird’s eye view of Stamford, Connecticut in 1875
Beautifully detailed map of Hartford, Connecticut from 1864
Historic bird’s eye view of Hartford, Connecticut from 1836
Vintage map shows Middletown, Connecticut in 1915
This old map shows Middletown, Connectiicut in the early 20th century.
Old map showing a bird’s eye view of Moosup, Connecticut in 1889
This old map shows Moosup, Connecticut in the late 19th century.
Wonderfully illustrated historical map of New London, CT from 1946
This historical map was created to celebrate New London’s 300th anniversary in 1946.
Beautifully restored map of Higganum, CT from 1881
This old map shows Higganum, Connecticut in the late 19th century.
Beautifully restored map of Bethel, Connecticut from 1867
Vintage landowners map of Bethel, Connecticut as it used to be
Historic landowners map of Berlin, CT from 1869
Vintage landowners map shows Berlin, Connecticut as it used to be
Historic landowners map of Southington, CT from 1869
Vintage landowners map of Southington, Connecticut as it used to be
Historic landowners map of Marlborough, CT from 1869
Vintage landowners map of Marlborough, Connecticut from 1869
Historic landowners map of Glastonbury, CT from 1869
Vintage landowners map of Glastonbury, Connecticut as it used to be
Historic landowners map of East Windsor, Connecticut from 1869
Historic landowners map of East Windsor, Connecticut from 1869
Historic landowners map of Ridgefield, CT from 1867
Vintage landowners map of Ridgefield, Connecticut as it used to be
Historic landowners map of West Hartford, Connecticut from 1869
Bird’s Eye View of West Hartford, Connecticut from 1869
Beautifully restored map of Stafford Springs, CT from 1878
Bird’s eye view of Stafford Springs, Connecticut as it used to be
Historical map of Middlesex County, Connecticut
The cities are outlined and within each are drawings and historical facts and stories about the area.
