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Little Red Schoolhouse, Granby CT
The Little Red Schoolhouse in Granby, Connecticut, is a charming slice of New England history with a second life as a cozy retreat. Originally built in 1877, it served as District 9’s schoolhouse until 1948, educating generations of local children within its pine-floored walls.Today, it’s been lovingly restored and repurposed as a vacation rental, offering guests a unique blend of historic character and modern comfort. Located in West Granby, the schoolhouse is nestled among scenic fields and farms, with nearby walking trails and even a picturesque waterfall hike. Inside, you’ll find antique windows, a turntable with vintage records, and a trunk full of board games—perfect for a nostalgic escape.It’s also…
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The Old Farm School, Bloomfield CT
This post is part of a continuing series called “one room schoolhouses”. To view other one room schoolhouses in CT and RI access the search menu in the top right corner of the homepage and enter “schoolhouse”. Cheryl, myself and our dog Molloy stopped by this historic two room schoolhouse to add it to our collection. The Old Farm School, also known as the Brick School, in Bloomfield, Connecticut is a historic schoolhouse located at the intersection of Park Avenue and School Street in Bloomfield, Connecticut. Built in 1796, it holds the distinction of being the oldest surviving public building in Bloomfield. Before the brick structure was constructed, a log…
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First District Schoolhouse, Haddam CT
This blog entry is part of an ongoing project called “One Room Schoolhouses in CT”). If you’re interested in the history of one room schoolhouses in CT I suggest you purchase CONNECTICUT SCHOOLHOUSES THROUGH TIME by Melinda K. Elliott. This book was has been a very helpful resource for me as I did my research. At time of writing this book was available on AMAZON. This two room schoolhouse was built in 1866. During the 1800’s and early 1900’s the town had up to 14 school districts. Currently the building is in use as the Haddam Senior Center.
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Wylie One Room Schoolhouse, Voluntown CT
This blog entry is part of an ongoing project called “One Room Schoolhouses in CT”). If you’re interested in the history of one room schoolhouses in CT I suggest you purchase CONNECTICUT SCHOOLHOUSES THROUGH TIME by Melinda K. Elliott. This book was has been a very helpful resource for me as I did my research. At time of writing this book was available on AMAZON. Corner of Ekonk Hill Rd & Wylie School Rd. Voluntown CT The Wylie Schoolhouse is currently owned by the Town of Voluntown and has been beautifully restored by the Voluntown Schoolhouse Restoration Committee. There are 5-7 members on the committee and it’s chaired by Jen Panko.…
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Pullen Schoolhouse – Lincoln RI
This blog entry is part of an ongoing project called “One Room Schoolhouses in CT”). If you’re interested in the history of one room schoolhouses in CT I suggest you purchase CONNECTICUT SCHOOLHOUSES THROUGH TIME by Melinda K. Elliott. This book was has been a very helpful resource for me as I did my research. At time of writing this book was available on AMAZON. I visited the Pullen Schoolhouse in Lincoln RI on June 9th. Upon my arrival I was welcomed by a lovely lady by the name of Linda Robertson Jennings. Ms.Jennings serves as the Education Director for the Great Road Heritage Campus. She, along with (3) other volunteers,…
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Bullet Hill School (one room schoolhouse), Southbury CT -Updated 6/17/24
This blog entry is part of an ongoing project called “One Room Schoolhouses in CT”). If you’re interested in the history of one room schoolhouses in CT I suggest you purchase CONNECTICUT SCHOOLHOUSES THROUGH TIME by Melinda K. Elliott. This book was has been a very helpful resource for me as I did my research. At time of writing this book was available on AMAZON. Bullet Hill School 215 Main St. North Southbury CT 06488 *************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************** UPDATED – JUNE 17th, 2024 Thanks to an invite from the President of the Southbury Historical Society, Melinda Elliot, Cheryl and I were given a personal tour of the inside of the Bullet Hill School. …
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Abandoned Hope Webbing Co. Mill – Pawtucket RI
[wzslider autoplay=”true” interval=”7000″ height=”800″ lightbox=”true”] Hope Webbing Co. Mill 999-1005 Main Street Pawtucket, RI The Hope Webbing Co. Mill was founded in 1889 and several buildings were added to this location over the course of the next 15-20 years. What remains, pretty much, occupies an entire city block. At one time the rear of the complex carried on over Esten Ave. but now only a parking lot remains there. One of my (3) photos’ was actually from that parking lot capturing the rear of the building as it is today. Because this building is situated in a dense urban area I didn’t have enough room to photograph the majority of…
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Grand Avenue Bridge, New Haven, CT
[wzslider height=”800″ info=”true” lightbox=”true”] The Grand Ave. bridge, which spans the Quinnipiac River, is located in a neighborhood of New Haven, CT known s “Fair Haven”. Brief history of the bridge: 1791 – First wood and stone draw bridge was constructed. The draw was lifted by oxen. It was known as the Dragon Bridge because, at that time, Dragon was the term used for what we now call Fair Haven. Fair Haven is located approx. 2 miles east of the downtown New Haven green. 1860 – A new drawbridge was constructed with pedestrian sidewalks. 1896 – Steel swing bridge constructed by Berlin Iron Bridge Company of Berlin, CT. It’s dimensions…
