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By Michael Herrick, April 18, 2012
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1 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Bethel — Plumtrees Honor Roll
Plumtrees Honor Roll Parmly Brown • John E. Nelson • Leland Grumman Jr. Warren Abrams • Arthur Appell • George S Bates • Thomas Bergstrom • Arthur C. Brown • Raymond Capellaro • George Cher • Michael Cher • Stephen Cher • Richard Collier • William . . . Map (db m55005) HM
2 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Bethel — Plumtrees School
Plumtrees School The Plumtrees School was built in 1867 as a one room school house for the Plumtrees District of Bethel. The school served the community from 1867 through 1970. At its closing it was the last operating one room school house in . . . Map (db m55006) HM
3 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Bethel — Bethel
Bethel When this area was settled, soon after 1685, it was part of its present neighbor, Danbury. As population grew, residents petitioned the General Assembly of the Colony for parish status and a church closer than the center of Danbury. In 1759 . . . Map (db m114646) HM
4 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Bethel — Bethel Railway Station - 1912
The above photo depicts Bethel’s second train station that was completed in 1899 and provided passenger service until 1996 when a new station was constructed further north along the line. Bethel’s original train station occupied this same spot from . . . Map (db m48431) HM
5 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Bethel — Bethel Soldier’s Memorial
[ north face ] In Memory Of The Soldiers & Sailors Of Bethel Who Gave Their Lives In Defense Of The Union 1861 1865 [ south face ] Albert Woodruff   2nd Conn. Art. Adam Grimm   7th Conn. James Smith . . . Map (db m26819) HM
6 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Bethel — Bethel World War I Monument
Erected by the Community Association of Bethel in honor of her war veteransMap (db m21233) WM
7 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Bethel — In Memory of All Bethel Veterans
This monument is dedicated to the brave men and women of the town of Bethel who, in times of war and peace, have faithfully served their country. We honor and express gratitude for their courage and the sacrifices they made to keep America a free . . . Map (db m21234) HM
8 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Bethel — Phineas Taylor (P.T.) BarnumBorn Bethel, CT 1810
“I was born and reared in an atmosphere of merriment my natural bias was developed and strengthened by the associations of my youth; and I feel myself entitled to record the sayings and doings of the wags and eccentricities of Bethel because . . . Map (db m69926) HM
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9 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Bridgeport, Beardsley Park — American AlligatorAlligator mississippiensis
Status: Threatened Formerly an endangered species due to poaching, their population has increased thanks to environmental awareness programs at zoos like Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo.
Size: 8 - 19 feet in length . . . Map (db m230919) HM
10 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Bridgeport, Beardsley Park — American BisonBison bison
Size: up to 12.5 feet in length[;] up to 6.5 feet at the shoulders Weight: up to 2,500 lbs[;] males larger than females Lifespan: 15-20 years in the wild[;] up to 40 years in captivity Habitat: grasslands . . . Map (db m230894) HM
11 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Bridgeport, Beardsley Park — Amur LeopardPanthera pardus orientalis — 🦏 Species Survival Plan —
Size: 18 - 30 inches at the shoulder Weight: males weigh between 80-200 pounds, females weigh between 62-132 pounds Lifespan: 10 - 15 years average, up to 20 years Habitat: temperate forest, with a wide range of . . . Map (db m230906) HM
12 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Bridgeport, Beardsley Park — Amur Leopard Range
It is estimated that between 1970 - 1983, the Amur leopard lost 80% of its former territory. Indiscriminate logging, forest fires and land conversion for farming are the main causes. There is still hope. Large tracts of forest, which are ideal . . . Map (db m230916) HM
13 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Bridgeport, Beardsley Park — Amur Tiger Conservation
AZA Tiger Conservation Campaign Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo supports the Amur Tiger Conservation projects sponsored by the AZA Tiger Species Survival Plan. The first survey of Amur tigers in the 1930's estimated that only 20 - 30 remained . . . Map (db m230926) HM
14 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Bridgeport, Beardsley Park — Andean CondorVultur gryphus
Height: 4 feet Weight: up to 33 lbs Wingspan: 10 to 12 feet Males: brown eyes, Females: red eyes and lack the head crest Or carbuncle. Lifespan: 50 years in the wild. Over 75 years in human . . . Map (db m230842) HM
15 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Bridgeport, Beardsley Park — Bald EagleRestored Legacy
The eagle's drastic decline in the mid-20th century has been attributed to the widespread use of the pesticide DDT. In a process called biological magnification (brought brought forth to the general public by Rachel Carson in her book Silent . . . Map (db m230922) HM
16 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Bridgeport, Beardsley Park — Bald EagleHaliaeetus leucocephalus
Size: 34-43 inches in length Weight: males 8-9 lbs, females 10-14 lbs Wingspan: 6-7.5 feet Lifespan: 25 to 30 in the wild[;] up to 60 years in captivity Habitat: lakes, rivers and seacoasts Diet: fish, . . . Map (db m230923) HM
17 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Bridgeport, Beardsley Park — Barred OwlStrix varia
Size: 17-20 inches[;] wingspan of 39-43 inches Weight: 2.5 lbs Lifespan: 18 years in the wild[;] over 20 years in captivity Habitat: coniferous forests, swamp and riparian forests Diet: small mammals, birds, . . . Map (db m230893) HM
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18 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Bridgeport, Beardsley Park — Barred OwlStrix varia
Size: 19-20 inches Wingspan: 38-42 inches Weight: 1.6 pounds Females are larger than males Lifespan: 23 years in human care and 10 years or more in the wild Habitat: Mature forests are their preferred . . . Map (db m230934) HM
19 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Bridgeport, Beardsley Park — Bears - The Sun, the Moon, and the Stars
Bears have fascinated and inspired humans since our ancient ancestors first explored the wild world around them and gazed at the skies above. They connect us deeply with the natural world around us. Inspired by the rising sun, Sun bears . . . Map (db m230880) HM
20 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Bridgeport, Beardsley Park — Bison Legend
For thousands of years, tribal people around the world have relied on certain animals to provide them with meat, milk, shelter, tools and transportation. Middle-Eastern tribes have relied on Dromedary camels, northern Eurasian tribes have relied . . . Map (db m230898) HM
21 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Bridgeport, Beardsley Park — Black-Tailed Prairie DogCynomys ludovicianus
Size: up to 16 inches Weight: up to 3.5 lbs Lifespan: 5-8 years in the wild[;] 8-12 years in captivity Habitat: open, level, arid, short and medium-grass plains Diet: grasses, weeds, forbs, roots, a small . . . Map (db m230882) HM
22 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Bridgeport, Beardsley Park — Chacoan PeccariesCatagonus wagneri
Size: 1.5-2.5 feet at shoulder Weight: 66-88 pounds Lifespan: Up to 9 years Habitat: Dry thorn forests, plains and marshes of South America Diet: Cacti, tubers, fruits, flowers
First . . . Map (db m230877) HM
23 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Bridgeport, Beardsley Park — Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo's Big Cow
Our Big Cow was originally displayed at the Danbury Fair, one of the largest agriculture fairs in the country for many years. Thank you to our Big Cow sponsor, Wade's Dairy. The Big Cow has also become a Time Capsule to be opened in . . . Map (db m230931) HM
24 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Bridgeport, Beardsley Park — Domestic Cattle
Wild cattle originated in North Africa, Europe and Southern Asia. Domestic cattle are found worldwide. Cattle are large, hoofed mammals. They graze on rangelands throughout the world. Cattle breeds vary in color, shape and size. The . . . Map (db m230940) HM
25 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Bridgeport, Beardsley Park — Domestic Goats
People have kept goat herds for more than 10,000 years. They originated in Central Asia and are now found worldwide. The many breeds of domestic goats vary in color, shape and size. The largest breeds can weigh up to 250 pounds, while . . . Map (db m230937) HM
26 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Bridgeport, Beardsley Park — Frederick Law Olmsted / Beardsley Park
Frederick Law Olmsted Beardsley Park was originally designed by Frederick Law Olmsted during the 1880's, and the design completed by his sons in the early 20th century. Known as the father of American landscape architecture, Olmsted . . . Map (db m230835) HM
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27 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Bridgeport, Beardsley Park — Guinea HogsSus scrofa
Height at shoulder: 21 - 24 inches Weight: 150 to 300 lbs Habitat: Farms across Europe, Africa and the United States Diet: Shrubs, weeds, bird eggs, mice grasshoppers, roots, tubers, even manure Status: This . . . Map (db m230939) HM
28 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Bridgeport, Beardsley Park — James W. Beardsley
In memory of James W. Beardsley Donor of Beardsley ParkMap (db m227304) HM
29 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Bridgeport, Beardsley Park — Melanism
One of the two Amur leopards at Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo is melanistic, causing her to appear all black, while the male has the usual coat pattern. At first, a melanistic cat might look solid black, but even melanistic leopards are spotted. If . . . Map (db m230917) HM
30 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Bridgeport, Beardsley Park — Mexican WolfCanis lupus baileyi
Size: 18-30 inches at the shoulder Weight: 70 to 90 lbs Lifespan: up to 15 years Habitat: mountain forests, grasslands and shrublands Diet: elk, white-tailed deer, mule deer, also known to eat smaller . . . Map (db m230875) HM
31 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Bridgeport, Beardsley Park — Miniature HorseEquus ferus caballus
Size: no taller than 34 inches, measured at the top of the shoulders Weight: between 150 and 350 pounds Lifespan: from 25 to 35 years Found in many nations, particularly in Europe and the Americas
Fun . . . Map (db m230938) HM
32 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Bridgeport, Beardsley Park — Myths and LegendsThe story of the wolf: past, present and future — 🐾 —
Our myths and legends about wolves vary from reverence to fear. 753 B.C. Mother to mythic heroes According to Roman mythology. Romulus and Remus were nurtured as infants by a "she-wolf." Romulus founded the city of Rome on the Tiber . . . Map (db m230843) HM
33 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Bridgeport, Beardsley Park — Narragansett TurkeyMeleagris gallopavo
Named for Narragansett Bay in Rhode Island, this is the oldest turkey variety developed in the United States. They originate from the breeding of native wild turkeys in New England to domesticated species brought here by European settlers. . . . Map (db m230944) HM
34 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Bridgeport, Beardsley Park — Our Past[Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo]
Beardsley Park Zoo was founded as a menagerie featuring animals donated by the P.T. Barnum Circus and area residents. With the historic Greenhouse as a central feature of the park, the Zoo became a beautiful recreation site where visitors could . . . Map (db m230840) HM
35 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Bridgeport, Beardsley Park — Persecution of the WolfThe story of the wolf: past, present and future — 🐾 —
Wolves have been brought to near extinction, mainly due to conflicts with humans. 1630 - Present Bounty Hunting for Wolves In 1630, Massachusetts colonists passed the first wolf bounty law in America. They sought to eliminate wolves . . . Map (db m230845) HM
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36 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Bridgeport, Beardsley Park — Rare Bears
Bearly Recognizable: While bears come in a wide variety of sizes and colors, all bears have some things in common. Large, powerful, well-furred bodies, long snouts with super-sensitive noses, broad paws with sharp claws and tiny tails are . . . Map (db m230878) HM
37 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Bridgeport, Beardsley Park — Red WolfCanis rufus
Description: Short reddish brown to tawny gray fur, long legs and large ears. Size: 18"-26" at the shoulder Weight: 40-90 lbs Lifespan: 6-7 years in the wild, up to 15 years in captivity
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38 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Bridgeport, Beardsley Park — Roaming Birds
Peafowl are native to India. The males, known as peacocks, are brightly-colored to attract females (peahens). Guineafowl are native to Africa. Their keen eyesight enables them to prey on invertebrates. Wild Turkeys are true "American . . . Map (db m230945) HM
39 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Bridgeport, Beardsley Park — The Casino1875 Noble Avenue — Beardsley Park —
The National Register of Historic Places Historic District PropertyMap (db m230839) HM
40 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Bridgeport, Beardsley Park — White-Tailed DeerOdocoileus viginianus
Size: about 3' tall at the shoulder, length of 6'-7' Weight: 90 - 130 lbs for females, 130 - 220 lbs for males Lifespan: up to 10 years in the wild, and up to 20 years in captivity Diet: a wide variety of . . . Map (db m230895) HM
41 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Bridgeport, Beardsley Park — Why We Don't Have White Tigers
White tigers are not a separate species. All white tigers in North America are the descendants of a single tiger captured in 1951. Generations of inbreeding have increased the frequency of the white coat. Because of this inbreeding and the . . . Map (db m230928) HM
42 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Bridgeport, Downtown — Abraham Lincoln’s Visit
Abraham Lincoln visited this city Saturday evening March 10, 1860, and delivered a political address before a large audience of citizens in Washington Hall, which was then a portion of this building.Map (db m170212) HM
43 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Bridgeport, Downtown — Bridgeport
Bridgeport "The Park City" The area that is now Bridgeport was settled in the mid-17th century by farmers from the older towns of Stratford and Fairfield. Centers of settlement were Stratfield, present North Avenue; Pembroke, now Old Mill Green; . . . Map (db m91834) HM
44 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Bridgeport, Downtown — Bridgeport Korean War Memorial
Korea Memorial Freedom is not free I will never leave you or forsake you Hebrews 13 5 In my generation this was not the first occasion when the strong attacked the weak. Communism was acting in Korea just as Hitler, Mussolini and . . . Map (db m170213) WM
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45 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Bridgeport, Downtown — Bridgeport Veterans Memorial
This Tablet Is Dedicated To Bridgeports Sons And Daughters Who Gave Up Their Lives That The World Might Re A Better Place In Which To Live Agnew, James • Altman, Walter G. • Anderson, Martin A. • Armstrong, Thomas • Baltonsaita, Ignatz • Banks, . . . Map (db m91929) WM
46 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Bridgeport, Downtown — Bridgeport Vietnam War Memorial
Vietnam This Memorial Is Dedicated To Those Who Have Given The Supreme Sacrifice To Their Country “If Ye Break Faith We Shall Have Died In Vain” Donated By Concerned Citizens Dedicated - May 29, 1983 ( left panel . . . Map (db m91928) WM
47 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Bridgeport, Downtown — Bridgeport World War II Memorial
World War II Memorial To those who made the ultimate sacrifice so that others would live Aaron, William • Adams, Thomas • Adelman, Harold • Aitkin, Richard W. • Akalis, Anthony J. • Alderucci, Salvatore • Aleksiewicz, Stephen N. • Anagnos, . . . Map (db m91973) WM
48 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Bridgeport, Downtown — Bryant Electric Company World War I Monument
In Recognition Of The Patriotism Of Our Employees Who Entered The Service Of Our Country During The Great War 1914 – 1918 The Bryant Electric CompanyMap (db m91931) WM
49 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Bridgeport, Downtown — Bryant Electric Company World War II Monument
In Commemoration Of Those Employees Who Served In the Armed Forces of the United States During World War II 1941 – 1945 The Bryant Electric CompanyMap (db m91927) WM
50 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Bridgeport, Downtown — City of Bridgeport 150th Anniversary
This Marker Commemorates The 150th Anniversary Of The City Of Bridgeport During This 150th Year The People Of Bridgeport Reflected On Their Past Celebrated Their Present Life Together, And Planned For A Future Full Of Hope And . . . Map (db m91975) HM
51 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Bridgeport, Downtown — James Henry O’Rourke
James Henry O'Rourke September 1, 1850 - January 8, 1919 ‘Orator Jim' O'Rourke, son of Irish immigrants, was a professional baseball player, scholar, and civil rights activist. The Bridgeport native had the first base hit in National League . . . Map (db m91832) HM
52 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Bridgeport, Downtown — L’Ambiance Plaza Worker’s Memorial
In memory of the construction workers who died at L'Ambiance Plaza April 23, 1987 Michael Addona • Augustus Allman • Glenn Canning • Mario Colello • Francesco D’Adonna • William Daddona • Donald Emanuel • Vincent Figliomeni • Herbert Goeldner, . . . Map (db m91977) HM
53 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Bridgeport, Downtown — Lewis Howard Latimer
Lewis Howard Latimer September 4, 1848 – December 11, 1928 Considered one of the 10 most important black inventors in US history. Lewis Latimer was renowned for his work with the Edison Pioneers. Of his many inventions and patents, his most . . . Map (db m91836) HM
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54 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Bridgeport, East Side — Andrew Leso House580 Kossuth Street — East Bridgeport Historic District —
Historic District Property The National Register of Historic PlacesMap (db m227308) HM
55 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Bridgeport, East Side — Washington ParkWelcome — Bridgeport, Park City —
In 1851, P.T. Barnum and William Noble took the land that we now stand on and developed it. Lots were planned and streets were named after their own family members such as Caroline, Hallet, and of course Barnum. A firm was hired to design an English . . . Map (db m227305) HM
56 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Bridgeport, East Side — Washington ParkWelcome — Bridgeport, Park City —
In 1851, P.T. Barnum and William Noble took the land that we now stand on and developed it. Lots were planned and streets were named after their own family members such as Caroline, Hallet, and of course Barnum. A firm was hired to design an English . . . Map (db m227306) HM
57 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Bridgeport, North Bridgeport — Dexter CattleBos taurus
Dexter cattle are the smallest North American breed of cattle. Dexter cattle were originally brought to the U.S. in 1912 from Ireland and quickly became popular due to their ideal size for the small family farms of the time. . . . Map (db m230943) HM
58 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Bridgeport, South End — Bridgeport Soldiers and Sailors Memorial
[ south plaque ] Dedicated To The Memory Of The Heroic Men Of Bridgeport, Who Fell In The Late War For The Preservation Of The Union. July, 1876 "It is for us the living to be here dedicated to the great task remaining before us, that from . . . Map (db m27137) HM
59 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Bridgeport, South End — Perry Memorial Arch
[Inscription on the street (east) side] This Memorial Arch was erected AD MCMXVIII to the memory of William Hunt Perry of Bridgeport Conn by his wife Harriet Adelaide Perry [Inscription on the park side] This Memorial . . . Map (db m27166) HM
60 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Bridgeport, South End — Roberto Clemente1939 - 1973
The test of mankind's progress is not whether we add more to the abundance of those who have much; it is whether we provide enough for those who have too little.Map (db m170069) HM
61 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Bridgeport, South End — U.S.S. Maine Memorial
In Memoriam U.S.S. Maine Destroyed in Havana Harbor February 15th 1898 This tablet is cast from metal recovered from the U.S.S. MaineMap (db m27128) HM
62 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Bridgeport, West End/West Side — Pro Patria
[ battle names on the banner at the top ] Fort Sumter • Vicksburg • Mobile Bay • Antietam • Gettysburg • Appomattox First Conn Cavalry Richard R Crawford   Lt D d Oct 30 1863 In Hospital Va Eugene W Starkweather   Corp L d . . . Map (db m27213) HM
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63 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Bridgeport, West End/West Side — Tom ThumbCharles S. Stratton
This monument is a memorial to Charles S. Stratton, a native of Bridgeport, who gained worldwide fame as Tom Thumb in the exhibitions of P.T. Barnum. The lifesize statue was erected before Tom Thumb's death on July 15, 1883. In 1959 vandals smashed . . . Map (db m27168) HM
64 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Brookfield — Brookfield
Brookfield Parish of Newbury The land which comprises the geographical area of Brookfield belonged to the towns of Danbury, Newtown, and New Milford. In 1754 the Parish of Newbury was incorporated by decree of the General Assembly with boundaries . . . Map (db m35170) HM
65 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Brookfield — Brookfield Veterans Monument
Dedicated to the Men and Women of Brookfield who Served in our Country’s Armed Service in Defense Of our FreedomMap (db m21230) HM
66 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Brookfield — First Settlement 1710
First Settlement 1710 Newbury Parish Incorporated 1754 Town of Brookfield Incorporated 1788 Pioneer Families Dunning • Peck • Hawley • Smith • Northrop • Ruggles • Dibble • Merwin • Baldwin • Blackmanstarr • Wheeler Presented By E.A. . . . Map (db m70962) HM
67 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Danbury — 27 — 19th & 20th Century ImmigrantsDanbury, Connecticut — The Museum in the Streets® —
The potato famine of 1846-1851 brought large numbers of Irish immigrants to town. Many purchased homes in the Town Hill neighborhood and St. Peter Church became a focal point for the community. Germans immigrants were the first major group . . . Map (db m71353) HM
68 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Danbury — 248 Main StreetAbout This Building
This handsome Victorian Romanesque building was built as the new headquarters for the Danbury National Bank in 1887. The architect, Warren Biggs of Bridgeport, used stone from Massachusetts. The building is constructed of Longmeadow . . . Map (db m72859) HM
69 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Danbury — Black Soldiers Memorial
Dedicated to the Memory Of the Black Soldiers of Greater Danbury who Served in the 29th and 30th Regiments, Conn. Volunteer Infantry During the Civil War 1861 – 1865 [ Names inscribed on the back ] 29th Conn . . . Map (db m23052) HM
70 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Danbury — Boston & Maine ALCO 2-6-0 Mogul 1455
Boston & Maine ALCO 2-6-0 Mogul 1455 This steam locomotive was built by the American Locomotive Company in 1907 for the Boston and Maine Railroad, eventually ending up on the Cape Cod Railroad. It was still pulling commuter trains from Boston’s . . . Map (db m89544) HM
71 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Danbury — 5 — Charles Edward Ives – The Father of Modern MusicDanbury, Connecticut — The Museum in the Streets® —
Charles Edward Ives, the ‘Father of Modern Music,’ was born in Danbury on October 20, 1874 to a prominent New England family who were leading citizens of he community. His grandfather, George White Ives, founder of The Savings Bank of Danbury, . . . Map (db m71183) HM
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72 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Danbury — 31 — Country Lanes & City StreetsDanbury, Connecticut — The Museum in the Streets® —
Many Danbury land records were destroyed during the British raid of 1777. Historic newspapers, old deeds and early maps help us piece together some of the earliest place names of our city. Parts of Danbury were lost to Bethel when it broke . . . Map (db m71348) HM
73 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Danbury — CV Flatcar
CV Flatcar Built in 1923 this flatcar ran on the Central Vermont Railway. It was used at the Bullard Steel Mill in Bridgeport, CT. during the end of its active railroad life. The museum restored this car after purchasing it in 1997. Please note the . . . Map (db m89541) HM
74 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Danbury — Danbury
Eight families came from Norwalk in 1685 to settle this area which the Indians called Pahquioque. They built their first homes a half mile south of here and made this green their common. The General Court in October 1687 decreed the . . . Map (db m22836) HM
75 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Danbury — 13 — Danbury – The Hat CityDanbury, Connecticut — The Museum in the Streets® —
Although local folklore credits a man by the name of Zadoc Benedict with the start of hatting in Danbury after the Revolutionary War, hatters are thought to have been at work in the Danbury community before that time. After the . . . Map (db m71237) HM
76 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Danbury — Danbury 9-11 Memorial
Dedicated in loving memory to Connecticut victims of the terrorist attack on the United States September 11, 2001 Mayor Mark D. Boughton Danbury 9-11 Memorial Committee September 11, 2004Map (db m22833) HM
77 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Danbury — Danbury Area Korean War Memorial
Korean War 1950 – 1953 to those who died Honor and Eternal Rest to those still missing Rememberance and Hope to those who returned Gratitude and Peace [Inscribed on the left panel] Danbury . . . Map (db m23404) WM
78 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Danbury — Danbury Area Vietnam War Memorial
1964 Vietnam War 1975 Dedicated this 29th day of May 1988 by the people of the greated Danbury area to those men and women who served their country during the Vietnam War. This memorial symbolizes the courage and sacrifices made by . . . Map (db m43312) HM
79 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Danbury — Danbury City Hall Wall
Between 1886 and 1970 the Danbury City Hall was situated in the site of the present library courtyard. This wall, part of the original structure, stands as an enduring symbol preserving our City’s historic heritage.Map (db m22790) HM
80 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Danbury — 9 — Danbury DisastersDanbury, Connecticut — The Museum in the Streets® —
When the Kohanza Reservoir Dam gave way on the night of February 20, 1869, sixty acres of water, ice, lumber and debris roared down north Main Street. It took shops, homes, bridges and factories with it and several lives were lost. A combination . . . Map (db m72857) HM
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81 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Danbury — 19 — Danbury During the Revolutionary WarDanbury, Connecticut — The Museum in the Streets® —
On April 26, 1777, 2,000 British soldiers, under the command of General Tryon, marched into Danbury. The town was a supply depot for military stores. A Corps of Artificers; skilled craftsmen, such as blacksmiths, were formed into special . . . Map (db m72558) HM
82 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Danbury — 15 — Danbury EntertainmentDanbury, Connecticut — The Museum in the Streets —
Entertainment in Danbury has taken many forms. Buffalo Bill's Wild West Show and traveling circuses that passed through town competed with church-related activities and civic events. The Taylor Opera House, built in 1870 provided first . . . Map (db m230137) HM
83 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Danbury — 10 — Danbury Fair DaysDanbury, Connecticut — The Museum in the Streets® —
The origins of the Danbury Fair began in 1821 when the Fairfield Agricultural Society held gatherings in Elmwood Park on Main Street. The event gave farmers an opportunity to discuss farming methods and showcase the fruits of their labor. . . . Map (db m71186) HM
84 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Danbury — 23 — Danbury FirstsDanbury, Connecticut — The Museum in the Streets® —
• First recorded census taken in 1756, Danbury’s population: 1,527. • Danbury’s first mayor, elected in 1888, was Lewis LeGrand Hopkins. • The first train arrived on the tracks of the Danbury & Norwalk Railroad on March 1, 1851. • . . . Map (db m152995) HM
85 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Danbury — Danbury Veterans Monument
Center Marker:In Honor of The Men and Women of Danbury who served in the World War 1917 – 1919 In Memory of these men who made the supreme sacrifice for liberty Toby Asmar Co. M. 325th Infantry Killed In . . . Map (db m23084) WM
86 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Danbury — 22 — Danbury Women of NoteDanbury, Connecticut — The Museum in the Streets® —
Throughout its history, countless women have contributed to Danbury and the lives of its citizens. Here are just a few that have left their mark on our community. Mary Bull (1812-1882) dedicated her life to attending the poor and needy of . . . Map (db m71247) HM
87 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Danbury — Danbury World War II Memorial
In Memory of All Danbury World War II Veterans This memorial is in honor of all of World War II Veterans who were involved in the fight for the freedom of America and the free world. Whether they fought in the Pacific or European . . . Map (db m23398) HM
88 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Danbury — Danbury Yard Turntable
Located opposite from where you’re standing stood the roundhouse and adjoining machine shop facility for the Danbury Yard. Built in circa 1914 the structure had 9 stalls for storage, servicing and performing light repairs to the many locomotives . . . Map (db m89546) HM
89 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Danbury — David Wooster Monument
[ North face ] David Wooster First Maj. Gen. of the Conn. Troops in the Army of the Revolution. Brig. Gen. of the United Colonies. Born at Stratford, Mar. 2, 1710-11. Wounded at Ridgefield, April 27, 1777, while defending . . . Map (db m23074) HM
90 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Danbury — 28 — Diversity in DanburyDanbury, Connecticut — The Museum in the Streets® —
The start of the 20th century saw a continual influx of newcomers to Danbury. A religious census taken in 1916 showed that 27 nationalities and 20 creeds were represented among the 22,533 residents of the town. The 1910 census shows that a . . . Map (db m71473) HM
91 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Danbury — 26 — Early ArrivalsDanbury, Connecticut — The Museum in the Streets® —
The first eight families arrived here in 1685; full of hope as they embarked on a new life filled with opportunity. Others soon joined them in this flourishing settlement in a newly born colony. Most of Danbury’s inhabitants, prior to the . . . Map (db m71352) HM
92 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Danbury — 17 — Elmwood ParkDanbury, Connecticut — The Museum in the Streets® —
In 1801, Mr. Major Starr donated the land necessary to take a large curve out of Main Street on condition that it serve as a permanent common. To this end, residents from the southern end of the street raised their own funds and created Elmwood . . . Map (db m71476) HM
93 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Danbury — 29 — Farming & AgricultureDanbury, Connecticut — The Museum in the Streets® —
During the colonial period, agriculture was the principal occupation in Danbury. The daily tasks of our early settlers included clearing land, raising cattle, growing wheat, rye, corn, beans and squash. Broad flat tracts of fertile ground . . . Map (db m71351) HM
94 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Danbury — 34 — Higher EducationDanbury, Connecticut — The Museum in the Streets® —
Continuing educational opportunities have long been available in Danbury. In the late 1800s, the Stillman’s Business College, at the corner on Main and White Streets, offered classes in penmanship, commercial law and bookkeeping. The . . . Map (db m71136) HM
95 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Danbury — Historic SiteDanbury’s First Episcopal Church
Historic Site Danbury’s First Episcopal Church occupied this site from 1763 until 1884. In 1777, British troops, led by General Tryon, took military stores from the church and burned them in the nearby street, but spared the edifice. Three . . . Map (db m72562) HM
96 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Danbury — Hitchcock Picnic AreaOpen Dawn to Dusk
Alfred Hitchcock filmed portions of his 1951 film Strangers on a Train on this very platform. In the movie, Danbury Union Station played the part of the fictional 'Metcalf Station.'Map (db m230162) HM
97 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Danbury — Hitchcock Picnic AreaOpen Dawn to Dusk
Alfred Hitchcock filmed portions of his 1951 film Strangers on a Train on this very platform. In the movie, Danbury Union Station played the part of the fictional 'Metcalf Station.'Map (db m230164) HM
98 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Danbury — 32 — Industrial Strength DanburyDanbury, Connecticut — The Museum in the Streets® —
The artificers, who produced and distributed goods for the army during the American Revolution, may have fueled the start of Danbury’s early manufacturing activities. During the years following the war, Danbury began its transition from a . . . Map (db m71474) HM
99 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Danbury — 30 — Inventions & InnovationsDanbury, Connecticut — The Museum in the Streets® —
Over 300 patents were issued to residents of Danbury between 1800 and 1890, one of the earliest was issued to D. Hoyt in 1838 for a door hinge. Many inventions can be attributed to progress and practical conveniences including an oven, a . . . Map (db m71350) HM
100 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Danbury — John W. Leahy1895 - 1975
A showman whose genuine love and understanding of people endeared him to the hearts of young and old alike. By his personal warmth, imagination, and drive, he built the Danbury State Fair into a nationally known attraction.Map (db m72861) HM

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