@callcress on Instagram: "Dantown Was a Thriving Connecticut Community Before It Was Flooded #dantown #stamfordct #newcanaanct #history Beneath the Laurel Reservoir on the Stamford–New Canaan border lies Dantown, Connecticut’s own lost city. Once a bustling 19th-century community known for oak-spun baskets so essential they became local currency, it vanished in 1923 when Stamford flooded the valley to secure its water supply. Today, only fading gravestones and submerged stone walls remain, occas

Annalee Beck | Artist on Instagram: "CONNECTICUT 🍁✨🌳 For Connecticut’s stamp, I painted an oak tree with bright fall leaves as a reference to the legendary Charter Oak, one of the state’s most enduring symbols of freedom and resilience. The fall foliage also celebrates New England’s famous autumn foliage, which makes Connecticut so stunning in the fall. My husband and I have also been watching Gilmore Girls for the first time this fall and I’m currently obsessed with everything small-town Conn

Collars & Co. on Instagram: "Ever wonder where Connecticut hedge fund families actually vacation? These are the five spots where Connecticut hedge fund families go to vacation. #1 White Elephant, Nantucket @whiteelephantnantucket — the ultimate shingle-style harborfront escape, lined with Hinckley yachts. #2: Ocean House, Watch Hill, Rhode Island @oceanhouseri — striped umbrellas, croquet on the lawn, and a classic New England prep vibe. #3: Chatham Bars Inn, Cape Cod @chathambarsinn — beachfron

Victoria + Terrence on Instagram: "TOTALLY WORTH IT!! 🍁 This is Hogan’s Cider Mill in Connecticut! Easily one of the best cider mills in New England! If you are looking for the best fall foliage in New England and looking for a cute little farm stop, this is the perfect place to visit!! Comment ‘FALL’ and I will send you more about my custom New England map to help you plan an unforgettable fall foliage trip! I have tons more cider mills in the list as well!! . . . . . . . . . . #reels #adventu