The Merritt Parkway: History and Future of a National Treasure

Wes Haynes, Executive Director of the Merritt Parkway Conservancy, tells the story of the origin, construction and impact of the historic road that changed the design of American roads and life in Fairfield County. He will talk about the challenges the Parkway faces and what needs to be done to ensure its future as a safe and beautiful drive. The Conservancy is a non-profit, member-supported organization committed to the protection and stewardship of Connecticut’s largest and most heavily used cultural resource. The Merritt Parkway is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is a federally designated Scenic Byway.