James Pharmacy, National Register historical pharmacy in Old Saybrook, Connecticut.
The James Pharmacy building displays Federal architecture with wooden clapboards, segmented-arch bays, and a distinctive L-shape with a gabled roof.
Built around 1820, the pharmacy gained recognition when Anna Louise James became the first African American female pharmacist in Connecticut to operate it in 1917.
The location served as both pharmacy and social center, where Katherine Hepburn and Howard Hughes visited alongside local residents for medicine and ice cream.
Located at 2 Pennywise Lane at the intersection with Main Street, the building now functions as James Gallery and Soda Fountain.
The interior maintains original features including dark wood shelving, apothecary drawers, and a collection of vintage medicine bottles from its pharmacy days.
Location: Connecticut
Architectural style: Federal architecture, Colonial Revival architecture
Industry: retail
GPS coordinates: 41.28583,-72.37639
Latest update: March 13, 2025 12:30
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