Glastonbury

Images of America: Connecticut

by Robert Hubbard, The Historical Society of Glastonbury

While evidence of Native American habitation in the area dates back to ancient times, Glastonbury was first settled by the English in 1636. Situated across the Connecticut River from its mother settlement of Wethersfield, Glastonbury became a shipbuilding center and later a manufacturer of gunpowder, ship anchors, cotton products, soap, and aircraft. One of the largest towns by area in the state, its rich soil led to the establishment of extensive orchards and a large poultry business. Today, Glastonbury is a prosperous residential community, boasting over 150 homes built prior to the 19th century. The town is also home to the oldest continually operating ferry in the nation, the Glastonbury-Rocky Hill Ferry, which was established in 1655.

128 pages, Paperback

First published March 12, 2012

Reviews

[Lauren · Rating 3 out of 5]

A very nice installation of the Images of America series. I kinda wish it had gone a little more recent (none of its pictures were from after the 1950s, if I recall correctly), but I also wish some of the other books had spent more time on the pre-20th century era, so maybe it evens out?

[Liz · Rating 3 out of 5]

A short history of Glastonbury CT done through old photos with thorough captions. Part of the Images of America series which "celebrates the history of neighborhoods, towns, and cities across the country. Using archival photographs, each title presents the distinctive stories from the past that shape the character of the community today."