Tag: Farmington CT

I love signs painted on barns. In this area they are not easy to come by. I thought the cupola was particularly nice. Unfortunately due to heavy brush growth on both sides straight on was the only shot I had. I was unable to gather any info. off the internet […]

Well maintained old barn in the Talcott Notch Rd. area of Farmington CT at the Farmington/Avon town line. A beautiful wreath encircles the front window in celebration of the season while a U.S. Flag is proudly displayed front and center. Nikon D7100, Nikon 18-55 @ 26 mm. 1/160, f11, 400 […]

Architectural Style: Greek Revival The following except was exactly reproduced from the Wikipedia page on the following link: http://www.firstchurch1652.org/ “The First Church of Christ in Farmington was founded in 1652. Roger Newton, the first pastor, was the son-in-law of Hartford founder Thomas Hooker, and was succeeded by Hooker’s son, Samuel. […]

While travelling through Farmington, CT I saw this abandoned water tower.  Not sure what it’s purpose was but it obviously has some age.

Hill-Stead Museum 35 Mountain Road, Farmington, CT 06032 860.677.4787 / Fax: 860.677.0174 Information email: ebnerk@hillstead.org Museum Hours: Open Tuesday-Sunday 10 am–4 pm. Closed Mondays and major holidays: New Year’s Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, Fourth of July. Hour-long guided tours begin every half-hour. Last tour of the day begins one […]