Thames Club

New London, CT  2014

The Thames Club is the oldest Social Club existing in Connecticut having been around now for 150 years.  Their clubhouse, pictured here was finished in 1905, replacing their original clubhouse which was destroyed by fire.  

MVNICIPAL BVILDING

New London, CT  2014

The New London Municipal Building was built in 1912 and designed in the Beaux-Arts style by James Sweeney.  It resides in the downtown historic district of New London.

State Street

New London, CT  2014

State St, in New London, Connecticut lies within the Downtown New London Historic District which was added to the National Registry of Historic Places in 1979.  The street is lined with many 19th century buildings, some of which are reflected here and will be the subjects of future blog posts.  Check out other fine reflections over at Weekend Reflections, hosted by James.  Have a great weekend! 

First Congregational Church

New London, CT  2014

This is one of many landmark churches in the city of New London.  It was built in 1850 and designed by Leopold Eidlitz.   I thought it to be a fitting picture for Thanksgiving.

Happy Thanksgiving

The Mohican

New London, CT  2014

This is the entrance to what was once the Mohican Hotel, one of the finest hotels in Connecticut.  It was built originally by Frank Munsey to house his magazine publishing offices in 1896.  When that failed he converted the building into a hotel.  The building was designed by William B Tuthill who also designed Carnegie  Hall in New York City.  Today the building provides housing for the elderly. 

New London Public Library

New London, CT  2014

The library was a gift to the city in New London given by Henry Philomen Haven.  The style is described as Richardsonian Romanesque and was built in 1889-1892.  This building was also added to the National Registry of Historic Places in 1970.

State of Connecticut Superior Court

New London, CT  2014

This is the oldest courthouse in the state of Connecticut, according the the plaque on the front.  It was built in 1784-1786.  It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1970.

The Bulletin

Norwich, CT  2014

This was once a train depot belonging to the NYNH&H Railroad.  It's nice that it has been repurposed to house the offices of the Norwich Bulletin.

Dave and Busters

Manchester, CT  2014

This one recently opened in Manchester.  The restaurant chain caters to young adults and families offering food, drinks and a number of arcade style games  of "skill" for kids of all ages.  Has anyone ever played Skee Ball?  

Madison Dawn

Madison, CT  2014

About once a week I pass this inlet on my way to work.  Today I finally stopped to capture the early morning light just before sunrise.  There are some mornings when you just have to be a little late for work.  I'm sharing this with Weekend Reflections.  Have a nice weekend.

Railroad and River

Gales Ferry, CT  2014

Rusty Tank

Norwich, CT   2014

I think this is some sort of water tank, but I'm not sure.  I couldn't even tell if it's still in use or not.  I think it could really use a fresh coat of paint, but at least the rust color blends in well with the fall leaves.  

Norwich State Hospital

Preston CT  2014

This was the main building on the grounds of the Norwich State Hospital which has been un-occupied since the early '90's.  Demolition is slow, since it's considered a hazardous waste site.  I've written about the hospital in a previous post.

Norwich City Hall

Norwich, CT  2014

I was driving in Norwich last week and got a little lost.  I turned down a street and it didn't go where I thought it would but it did lead me to this wonderful view of Norwich City Hall.  I have featured this beautiful building in previous posts on this blog, but those views were from street level looking up.

Cemetery

New London, CT  2014

Many of the gravestones cannot be ready anymore.  This is the oldest cemetery in New London and one of the oldest in New England.  The city of New London was founded in 1646 and people were first buried here in 1652.