Old Lyme, Coastal town in Lower Connecticut River Valley, United States.
Description
Old Lyme is a coastal town where the Connecticut River meets the sea, featuring salt marshes, wetland areas, and wooded hills throughout its landscape. The community spans roughly 29 square miles with a mix of natural spaces and residential areas.
History
The area originated as part of Saybrook Colony and was known as East Saybrook starting in 1665 before it separated and took its current name in 1855. The name honors Lyme Regis in England and reflects the settler heritage of that era.
Culture
The Florence Griswold House served as a gathering place in the early 1900s where painters came to create works inspired by the river views and coastal beauty. This artistic community shaped how the town is remembered as an arts destination.
Practical
You can explore the waterfront and natural areas on foot, with trails and pathways throughout the region. The town offers basic services and amenities, though it is best visited in warmer months when outdoor access is easier.
Did you know?
Rogers Lake has a local legend about a supposed lake creature named Roger that has been told for generations. The lake remains a gathering spot where seasonal visitors arrive throughout the year to explore the waters and hear these traditional stories.
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Florence Griswold Museum
2.2 km
Raymond E. Baldwin Bridge
3.7 km
Amtrak Old Saybrook – Old Lyme Bridge
3.9 km
Old Lyme Congregational Church
2.5 km
Black Horse Tavern
5.4 km
Connecticut Valley Railroad Roundhouse and Turntable Site
5.5 km
William Tully House
5.5 km
Peck Tavern
2.3 km
John Whittlesey Jr. House
4.9 km
North Cove Historic District
5.8 km
Springbank
3.3 km
Jedidiah Dudley House
5.1 km
Old Lyme Historic District
2.4 km
Samuel Eliot House
6.6 kmWatch Rock Park
2.7 km
Lynde Point Light
6.1 km
Rocky Neck State Park Bathing Beach
4.9 km
Soundview Beach
4.3 km
Miami Beach
4.2 km
Lynde Point Light
6.1 km
Poverty Island Beach
4.6 kmHains Park
3.6 kmGoodwins Pond
4.9 kmBlack Hall Club
2.8 kmScenic viewpoint
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