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| Courtesy Seymour Historical Society |
SEYMOUR -The Seymour Historical Society, 59 West St., will host a presentation about Charles Island at 2 p.m. Sept. 25.
Charles Island consists of just 14 acres off the Milford coast in Long Island Sound.
Nowadays it serves as a state sanctuary for herons and egrets.
Yet it has a long and unusual history.
In this program, Michael Dooling, the archivist at the Mattatuck Museum in Waterbury, will discuss his research that led to a book on this exotic place.
In this program, Michael Dooling, the archivist at the Mattatuck Museum in Waterbury, will discuss his research that led to a book on this exotic place.
He’ll describe its Native American roots, its apparent “discovery” by famous explorer Adrian Block in the 1600s, and the many tales claiming that infamous pirate William Kidd buried treasure there.
Dooling will also discuss how the island hosted a 19th-century tourist resort, a 20th-century religious retreat - and a most bizarre boxing match.
There is no admission charge for Seymour Historical Society members; admission is $5 for non-members.
Doors open at 1 p.m. Seating is strictly limited to 65 people, so arrive early to claim a seat.
Dooling will also discuss how the island hosted a 19th-century tourist resort, a 20th-century religious retreat - and a most bizarre boxing match.
There is no admission charge for Seymour Historical Society members; admission is $5 for non-members.
Doors open at 1 p.m. Seating is strictly limited to 65 people, so arrive early to claim a seat.
For information call 203-881-2156 or contact psussman@snet.net.
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Visit us on Facebook, or at www.seymourhistoricalsociety.org.
The Valley Community Foundation provides major funding for Seymour Historical Society programs.
This is a press release from Seymour Historical Society.
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