Tour of Civil War Landmarks of Middletown

Saturday, October 1, 2016, 1:00pm: Middletown For The Union!
Tour of Civil War landmarks of Middletown. Uniformed members of the 14th Connecticut Volunteer Infantry, Company G, and the Middlesex County Historical Society will lead a tour of Middletown's Civil War sites, concluding with a firing salute at the grave of General Joseph Mansfield in Indian Hill Cemetery. After the tour, return to the Mansfield House for a talk by Buck Zaidel, Society Board member and co-author with Di Longley of Heroes For All Time: Connecticut Civil War Soldiers Tell Their Stories. The tour will start at 1pm at the General Mansfield House, 151 Main St., Middletown. Suggested donation: $10, to benefit Mansfield House restoration and Civil War battlefield preservation efforts. Join us for a lively and instructive fall program!

OCTOBER NATURE WALK Saturday, October 1st 10:00 a.m. | Approx. 3.5 hours Location: Mt. Higby, on Route 66, about a quarter-mile west of the junction with Higby Road (Red Dog Saloon), look for an unmarked driveway on the right (north) with an orange cone that leads to the reservoir (west of the driveway with mail box #238). Follow it to the buildings, where there are restrooms (available before the hike) and parking. Wear hiking shoes and bring a light snack and water. Bring your camera, a great area for birding and views. We will have a rare opportunity to access the Mattabesett Trail through the city's water department lands that include Higby and Adder Reservoirs. This is a moderately difficult hike due to length and steepness. CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THE WALK

Also On Sunday, October 2, 2016: The Annual Antique & Classic Car & Truck Show, at Palmer Field in Middletown. A great display of cars, trucks and other vintage vehicles!

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