Putnam Memorial State Park
Putnam Memorial State Park, Revolutionary War historical park in Redding, United States.
The park spans 183 acres of land with preserved military quarters, soldier huts, and fireplace foundations from the Continental Army winter encampment.
General Israel Putnam established this strategic military camp in 1778 with three thousand soldiers to protect supplies in Danbury and monitor Long Island Sound.
The visitor center museum displays authentic military artifacts, colonial items, and detailed information about soldier life during the American Revolution.
The park welcomes visitors from dawn until dusk, offering marked trails, picnic areas, pond fishing, and guided tours through the historic encampment site.
A 44-foot granite obelisk marks the center of the military grounds, standing near the restored 1893 pavilion that serves as an educational center.
Location: Redding
Inception: 1887
Elevation above the sea: 183 m
Website: https://portal.ct.gov/DEEP/State-Parks/Parks/Putnam-Memorial-State-Park
GPS coordinates: 41.33972,-73.38361
Latest update: March 6, 2025 20:56
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