Connecticut River: Meet The Half Moon

The replica Half Moon ship visited the Connecticut River and was boarded by hundreds of visitors curious to see the inside and out of the vessel. (The wait to get onboard was more than two hours on Sunday.) Read the full story about the journey and mission of the ship at CEO & Entrepreneur Magazine.

Explore River Views And Historic Stone Castle

Creativity and perfomance built the fortune that resulted in this stone castle in Connecticut. Hours can be spent walking the quiet trails that lead to a former train tunnel, wooden bridges, and other details of the historic estate that is now a state park.

Custom interiors, quirky and beloved - the person who called this into being was Connecticut actor William Gillette, whose 30 years of performances indelibly fixed in the mind's eye his portrayal of Sherlock Holmes. For a story about his career, see this link.

Gillette Castle State Park is free; a small fee is charged in season to tour the inside of the castle (well worth the price). The river views are stunning from the back porch overlook. Visit the state parks web site or call ahead to be sure the castle is open. The park is open all year unless snow makes road impassable.

The Connecticut River, Ice Becomes Access

“There is a vitality, a life force, a quickening that is translated through you into action, and there is only one of you in all time, this expression is unique, and if you block it, it will never exist through any other medium; and be lost. The world will not have it.

"It is not your business to determine how good it is, not how it compares with other expression. It is your business to keep it yours clearly and directly, to keep the channel open. You do not even have to believe in yourself or your work. You have to keep open and aware directly to the urges that motivate you. Keep the channel open. No artist is pleased. There is no satisfaction whatever at any time.”

- Martha Graham, dancer, author