Historic photos reveal community’s fascinating waterfront heritage
Current day photos by Ian Christmann
Once home to a thriving oyster industry, the community along the banks of the Quinnipiac River in New Haven, Connecticut still reflects its rich heritage. Though much has changed since its peak in the mid 1800s, thanks to the preservation efforts of residents, non-profit organizations, and city and state agencies, its charm and character remains. Strolling the neighborhood, homes, buildings and bridges speak of its heritage, and invoke wonder of days gone by. This photo series provides a glimpse of the landscapes of today and how they looked in yesteryears, a reminiscence that is especially important as one of the community’s iconic bridges, the Grand Avenue bridge, closes for a two-year rehabilitation, aimed at restoring its infrastructure, while retaining its historic form.
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