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Morton F. Plant and the Connecticut Shoreline
Noank Historical Society presents "Morton F. Plant and the Connecticut Shoreline: Philanthropy in the Gilded Age," a talk by Gail MacDonald.
Noank Historical Society presents “Morton F. Plant and the Connecticut Shoreline: Philanthropy in the Gilded Age,” a talk by Gail B. MacDonald, 7:30 p.m., Wednesday, Nov. 15, at
The Latham/Chester Store, 108 Main St., Noank.
MacDonald is an associate professor in residence in the journalism department at the University of Connecticut-Storrs and a veteran journalist. Her book of the same name about Morton Plant was published by The History Press in September 2017.
Gilded Age financier Morton F. Plant inherited his father's transportation empire determined to improve his community. A dreamer eager to invest in innovative technology and grassroots community causes alike, Plant's influence ran deep on the Connecticut Shoreline prior to World War I, and his legacy remains prominent.
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Plant's summer mansion, Branford House, is one of southeastern Connecticut's iconic landmarks. He was instrumental in founding Connecticut College, and the Shennecossett Golf Club he developed as part of his summer resort is a popular public course. We hope you will join us as MacDonald brings to life this important figure in local history and demonstrates his long-reaching impact.
The public is cordially invited. Refreshments will be served. For more information visit:
http://www.noankhistoricalsoci...
