Hiding in Plain Sight: Stone Mile Markers

Program Type:

Lecture

Age Group:

Adults, Woods Branch
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Description

Stone mile markers were placed along Connecticut's earliest dirt turnpikes starting in the 1700s. Around 600 were placed every mile along these turnpikes, of which an estimated 100-150 remain. Some can be found in southern Fairfield County.

Where were they measuring to and from? How did they measure a mile? Where can you find them (hint: you have to know where to look)?

Noted podcaster and storyteller Mike Allen will tell this story. Mike specializes in bringing history to life, through his background in journalism, radio broadcasting, podcasting and public speaking. He is the producer and host of the podcast, Amazing Tales About History, featuring weekly stories about interesting people, places, and events.