A very benevolent…read moreghost Penfield Reef is a nasty place. The long, curving and extremely treacherous reef has claimed many a ship over the years and decades. Even today with the lighthouse and modern navigational aids several boats every summer manage to find the reef. The reef was well known and feared by mariners but it wasn't until 1874 that the present lighthouse was finally constructed. It is made of granite and wood and is one of the very last "unique' lights. Most of the ones built after it are the cheap, efficient, spark plug cast iron ones. Since the reef has claimed so many victims over the years it's a pretty spooky place. The reef has very sharp rocks that are just under the surface at low tide and even in a small craft like a kayak one has to be very aware of what is lurking just under the water. The area got even spookier in 1916 when the lighthouse keeper, Fred Jordan, decided to row ashore and see his family for Xmas. Well the area can get really feisty, really quickly and poor Fred got blown out to sea, never to be seen again. Even since that time people have claimed to have seen Fred. Sometimes rowing around the reef near the light and sometimes at the lighthouse itself but always looking seriously spooky. Fred never seems to bother anyone and it fact in 1942 he is even credited with saving some young boys that got lost out by the light in a small boat. They said a strange man in a small dory guided them to shore. They said the man that saved them didn't say anything and wouldn't come ashore even though the weather was getting really bad. The boys recognized that their savior was good old Fred from an old picture that was shown to them. Whether or not you believe the stories of Fred is up to you. This unique lighthouse that stands about a mile off shore, on the end of a very nasty reef is still a very spooky and cool place. If you go out there you better keep track of what is lurking just under the water and make sure you wave if you happen to see a guy in a small boat. A very spooky looking fellow named Fred.

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There's a really nice monument that my family and I visited when we were in Milford. This is one of…read morethe many monuments that we visited on our trip through the Northeast. The city of Milford and this monument are both very pretty and awesome. This is a respectful Memorial for the world war two soldiers

This is one helluva great monument in a very unexpected location…read more. Incongruously, on a strip of grass smack in the middle of downtown Milford, they appear like ghosts. What they are, in fact, are five detailed and very life-like bronze sculptures that honor the men and women who served their country during World War Two. Frozen for all time, you'll see a kneeling Marine with his rifle, a pilot with a flight helmet, goggles, and a parachute, A WAC (Women's Army Corp) dressed in a jacket, skirt, jacket, and cap, a Navy sailor wearing a life jacket, and a kneeling Army soldier with his rifle and canteen. The level of detail in the faces, uniforms, and accessories are extraordinary. The monument's simple inscription reads: DEDICATED TO ALL WHO SERVED 1941 - 1945 WORLD WAR II The monument was dedicated in 1995 to mark the 50th anniversary of the end of the war.

Bridgeport honors the local men who served in the Civil War with this elaborate monument in Seaside…read morePark https://www.yelp.com/biz/seaside-park-bridgeport?hrid=VuI9YRr0wFJzrDzQoIr4BA. The monument features a large, granite base with several decorative elements that narrows into a shaft topped by a bronze allegorical figure representing the United States. The monument's side feature bronze statues depicting an infantry soldier and a sailor. The plaque on the southeast face reads, "Dedicated to the memory of the heroic men of Bridgeport who fell in the late war for the preservation of the Union. July 1876." The plaque also features the conclusion of the Gettysburg Address. Plaques on the other faces list approximately 180 local residents killed in the war, along with their unit, as well as their date and place of death. [Review 15155 overall, 657 of 2021, number 12 in Connecticut.]

With my family and I were doing on North East trip we stopped in Bridgeport Connecticut and we saw…read morethis wonderful monument for soldiers and sailors. I've noticed that a lot of cities that I've visited have the same soldiers and sailors monument on this trip. It looks a little different but it's always titled soldiers and sailors so curious might look that up. But anyway there's a nice looking Memorial monument and it just really represents the respect and love for soldiers and sailors and people that have fought for our country and have passed away it's just a nice tribute

Ms Norma is amazing! This was our first time as a family…read moreusing a chauffeur and it's the best decision- so much less stressful than us driving paying for parking/renting a car for a day. Ms Norma is prompt, helpful, polite and a smooth driver. So smooth she lulled our one year old to sleep (who hates sleeping in a car). She picked us up at 3am with smiles and positivity. She is extremely receptive to any of your needs if you want a quiet ride etc. Her vehicle is extremely spacious and clean, she has water there for you as well as reading materials. The seat reclines if you fancy a snooze. There was even an accident that happened right in front of us and she avoided it with ease and handled it amazingly. We travel every year for work and to see family and plan on using her for all our future travels! Book her now you won't regret it I promise!!

Absolutely quality service. Norma's attention to detail such as transit time, weather, car…read moredetail/cleanliness, communication. She provides assurance for a traveler for both safe & comfortable transport.

"They took all the trees put 'em in a tree museum And they…read morecharged the people a dollar an' a half just to see 'em" (Joni Mitchell) The Fairfield Museum is undergoing renovations and we could just see two exhibits. The admission fee was accordingly waived for us. One exhibit was on quilts. The exhibits were drawn from their extensive textile collection. These colorful scenes of early New England life were gorgeous. If you ever wanted to know how quilts are pieced and stitched together or if you're just a quilt lover, you will enjoy this exhibit. The second exhibit was a biggie -it drew a TV crew (Cable Connecticut 12) into the room to film a segment. Guess who made a 2 second guest appearance in their piece? Ever seen those childrens books abiut "Busytown" by Richard Scarry? He was a Fairfield native and quite a few of Fairfield's businesses and landmarks ended up in those books. The exhibit is an immersive experience that allows you to select one of his animal cartoon figures and walk through the colorful streets of Busytown. You can teach your kids how communities work, what jobs people have, learn about transportation and all kinds of interactive exhibits- think opening doors and reading things inside the door. This has got to be a blast for kids or a nostalgic visit for anyone who grew up on Scarry's books.

Great local history museum! The front desk had great resources and the exhibits were wonderful.read more

Solid hiking here. We went during a beautiful day and enjoyed getting lost on the trails for an…read morehour or so. The mansion is closed for renovations, but there was more than enough to enjoy without it.

After almost two years living in Norwalk, I finally discovered this shady oasis from All Trails…read morewhen dog sitting. The trail system is super well maintained and an easy loop to follow. There are multiple green spaces and designated dog areas around the mansion. Cranbury park is super shady and a quiet place to unwind from city noise.

This was our 2nd visit to the Sheffield Island lighthouse which is owned and kept by the Norwalk…read moreSeaport Association. They offer almost daily tours of the island and the lighthouse during the summer months. The staff were all very knowlwdgeable and passionate about the area history. Bring a picnic lunch to enjoy. The grounds are free to roam and its quiet and peaceful. There are a lot of bugs so be prepared. The boat ride there and back was smooth and pleasant with information given on all the various islands and history. Be sure to ask for your lighthouse stamp! A great way to spend the day!

I took the Norwalk Seaport Association's ferry/tour to Sheffield Island with my husband and some…read morefriends when we drove down the coast of Connecticut for a few days over the Fourth of July weekend. It was one of the highlights of our trip! The ferry ride takes you out into Norwalk Harbor and Sheffield Island, passing a few small lighthouses and islands. The ferry ride to the island is narrated, with history of the area and some stories about some of the homes and homeowners in the area. When you arrive at the island, you get a little under an hour to spend your time how you choose. You can take a tour of the lighthouse with a member of the staff from the ferry, you can walk along the nature trails on the island (although they warned us of a tick problem they were experiencing on the island when we visited), or you can just relax on the island. We opted to relax. We had brought two chilled bottles of wine with us, and we walked over to some Adirondack chairs that were in the shade of a tree. We sat in those chairs, enjoyed our wine and view, and relaxed for pretty much the whole length of our visit. We did do a little walking around in the last 20 minutes or so we had on the island. The lighthouse is beautiful, and there's a plaque/sign you can read in front of it if you don't take the tour. The views are really lovely: blue skies, blue water, sail boats... FYI: The tours are offered between Memorial Day and Labor Day only. It's about a half hour on the ferry each way, so you get about 1.5-2 hours on the island. You can bring food and beverages. There are bathrooms (composting portable bathrooms) on the island. There is a covered area with picnic tables on the island, but it's a little off the water without much of a view. The three Adirondack chairs we scored were the only ones along that part of the island, and we only got to them because we were first off the boat. I do wish they had more chairs that could be moved - to shade, better views, etc. We lucked out by getting to them first. Bringing a blanket would be a good idea, because I'm not sure if they'll let you bring your own camping chairs or not! Our roadtrip was great, but it was jam-packed with activities. This ferry tour to Sheffield Island was relaxing. A chance to sit and enjoy a beautiful place for a few hours. It really was one of the highlights of our trip. I highly recommend it.

When you walk from the parking lot into Westport Town Hall, you'll see this one-sided marker from…read morethe CT Historical Commission in the familiar white lettering on a blue background: There is a lot of interesting information crammed into that single side. 1) Westport was founded in 1648 2) Westport was the site of a "sharp skirmish" with the British in 1777 3) Irish and Italian immigrants flocked to Westport and helped build its railroad 4) The area became "primarily a residential suburban community" by 1950. The marker was dedicated in 1980 and is in overall good condition.

If you like touring historic mansions, this place is superb! Our docent Midge was extremely…read moreknowledgeable and an excellent storyteller. She demonstrated a passion for the history of the mansion, the time period, and the complicated inter-relations between the involved individuals which was truly inspired and fascinating. She answered all our tour group's questions with great skill and delight. We reserved our spots online for the 90-minute noon tour today, featuring the first and second floors, the main entertainment rooms, bedrooms, and servants' quarters. On-site parking for free. The mansion has been closed for two years to renovate the electrical/HVAC system and recently reopened for public tours. They'll be opening the basement floor to show the bowling alley and vault sometime next year. If you're in the area on Dec 14, they'll be open for a festive Christmas event.

My friend and I took the afternoon tour. Our guide was the grandson of the family driver. He heard…read morestories indirectly from his mother. The guide was extremely knowledgeable. He took use through the main level. The museum director took over into the servants quarters. She also was awesome. The house is well preserved and has many original and period furniture pieces. AC works well on a warm day. The church a mile away is also worth seeing.

I've been here many times and each time I'm fascinated. Absolutely loved the Pezidential search!!!…read moreGreat way to get us to Look at everything and truly see things!! Love the history, variety of Pez and dispensers available. The sour Pez intrigued me and I had to try them, YUM!!

After seeing the Pez visitor center featured on CBS Sunday morning, I knew I had to visit the next…read moretime I was in Connecticut. The visitor center/museum/store is quite small. The first floor has a lot of older has dispensers, character, dispensers, sports and animal dispensers as well as international dispensers. On the lobby wall you will see a display of 792 Pez dispensers. The gift shop is also on the first floor along with the world's largest Pez dispenser. There is a cute photo where you put your head on top of a pest dispenser. A Pez themed chopper built by Orange County choppers is on the second floor. We were given a Pezz bingo card when we entered, we needed to locate specific pest dispensers. With a completed bingo card you could spin the wheel and get a dispenser. Admission for kids 3-12 & seniors is $4 while adults are $5. You get two dollars back to spend in the store. There is plenty of parking in their lot.