New London, Connecticut

Garde Arts Center

Hempsted Houses

For almost 50 years, Joshua Hempsted described everyday life. His house, built in 1678, was home to nine generations of Hempsteds. Adjacent is a rare 18

Nathan Hale Schoolhouse

One-room school where patriot spy and Connecticut's state hero Nathan Hale taught (1774-1775)

Lyman Allyn Art Museum

18th-, 19th- and 20th century art and decorative arts, American Impressionist paintings, contemporary American art, changing exhibits. Nearby at the Deshon-Allyn Mansion contains dolls and dollhouses. Outdoor Children'

Fort Trumbull State Park

19th-century coastal defense fort located on the Thames River. Also former location of Naval Undersea Warfare Center. Visitor Center with exhibits, site interpretive signage;