Farmington Canal Talk

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Cheshirepedia, Inc. is on the air again, to announce its latest project. The portion of the Farmington Trail extending from Cornwall Avenue to West Main Street is now the site of a massive construction project, which by itself is attracting an occasional audience. This certainly calls to mind the important role the Canal played in […]

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2016 Cheshire Historic Tour Booklet for Sale!

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The new booklet describing the  Trolley Tour of the south end of town is now available for purchase: Tour of South Brooksvale and More.  The book describes some of the historically significant homes and places that were on the 2016 Trolley Tour of this area!  Included are descriptions of the 1733 Enos Brooks house, Northeastern Forestry Company, Cheshire Nursery, […]

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The Story Behind the Paradox Monument: A Speech by the Designer of the Sculptural Tribute and Monument Honoring Cheshire’s Veterans

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Presented at the Cheshire Veterans Memorial Plaza, Cheshire, Connecticut Veterans’ Day, Nov. 11, 2017, 11 a.m. By Jerry R. Lodynsky John White called to ask me to speak to you today about this Memorial Plaza site since 30 years ago I became involved with a remarkable group of Cheshire Veterans and their families.  I was […]

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Welcome to Cheshirepedia

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Cheshirepedia will provide comprehensive, accurate information about the town of Cheshire, Connecticut – its places, culture, institutions, significant events, and the people that shaped them.  The friendly electronic format is intended for use by students, teachers, researchers, and general information-seekers.  The website will have lively text accompanied by many images – maps, drawings, paintings and […]

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Cheshirepedia welcomes you

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Cheshirepedia, Inc. is recognized by the IRS as a 501c3 non-profit organization.  Thanks to all of those who have donated their time and financial support to us to make this journey to non-profit status a reality.  All donations to Cheshirepedia, Inc. are fully tax-deductible.  The editorial staff is working diligently to prepare hundreds of photos and many articles […]

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