Johnna Kaplan
Ties to the past and the sea.
The Old Lighthouse Museum in Stonington tells the story of this small seafaring community throughout the centuries. The stone lighthouse was the first in the United States to be established by the federal government. Inside are preserved artifacts of daily life, work, and momentous events, such as the War of 1812 battle in which determined townspeople managed to hold off the Royal Navy. Visitors can also climb the spiral staircase to the top for a panoramic view of the town and of Fishers Island Sound, where the watery borders of Connecticut, New York, and Rhode Island meet.
But the best thing about this museum may be its location.
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