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The Farmington Canal: How It Split Connecticut Physically and Politically

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Lectures & Presentations

Age Group:

All Ages, Adults
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Noted storyteller and former journalist Mike Allen narrates amazing tales about people, places, and events from Connecticut history. His style and enthusiasm make history relatable, interesting, fun, and informative. Allen will discuss why the canal was built, how it was constructed, and how it operated, as well as the rivalry between Connecticut cities that forever changed the Farmington Canal.