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Stonington and Mystic are two charming destinations in southeastern Connecticut, each offering a unique blend of history, maritime culture, and scenic beauty.                                         Mystic is renowned for its maritime heritage. The Mystic Seaport Museum is a highlight, showcasing historic ships like the Charles W. Morgan, the last wooden whaling ship in the world. The Mystic River Bascule Bridge is another iconic feature, connecting the village and offering picturesque views. Mystic also boasts a vibrant downtown area with shops, restaurants, and the Mystic Aquarium, which is perfect for marine life enthusiasts. Stonington, on the other hand, is a quintessential New England town with a rich maritime past. Stonington Borough, located on a narrow peninsula, is known for its historic charm, featuring clapboard houses, local shops, and the Stonington Lighthouse Museum. T...

 The Thames River Heritage Park is a unique and fascinating destination that connects historical and cultural sites along the Thames River in New London and Groton, Connecticut. Unlike traditional parks, it has no fixed boundaries and instead ties together landmarks through a water taxi system, allowing visitors to explore the region's rich history from the water. Key highlights include Fort Trumbull State Park is a historic fort with stunning views and a visitor center showcasing over 225 years of military history and Fort Griswold Battlefield State Park, a Revolutionary War site commemorating the Battle of Groton Heights. The Submarine Force Library & Museum is home to the USS Nautilus, the world's first nuclear-powered submarine. The Nathan Hale Schoolhouse is a historic site honoring the American patriot and spy. The park also offers seasonal hop-on, hop-off water taxi services, making it easy to visit these sites while enjoying scenic river views.  New London’s Histor...

A Route 66 road trip is a journey through history, culture, and stunning landscapes. Spanning over 2,400 miles from Chicago to Santa Monica, it offers countless attractions along the way. U.S. Highway 66 - popularly known as Route 66 or the Mother Road -- holds an elevated place in American consciousness and tells diverse stories of a mobile nation on the road. Discover shared heritage through historic places you can still experience today, which are reminders of our past and the influence the automobile has had on our lives and nation today.   There are more than 250 buildings, bridges, road alignments and other sites along Route 66 that are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This travel itinerary highlights over 100 of those sites, and is part of the National Park Service's Share Our Heritage Travel Itinerary series. Enjoy your trip and visit these special places along historic Route 66.  Historic Route 66: The Mother Road Route 66, often called the "Mo...