Geology, Decrees and Deposits: Connecticut Unrest Beyond the Thames - Lecture with James King

New London County Historical Society, Lyman Allyn Art Museum and Thames River Heritage Park Foundation are pleased to present the 2025 lecture series – Seeds of Revolution on the Thames and Beyond.

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Events that seeded discontent and revolution along with the social, cultural, political, economic and ecological influences and their impact and influence on life on the Thames and beyond will be explored throughout the monthly, 5-part series.

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From its founding Parliament decreed that the refining, smelting or forming of metallic substances was forbidden. The Iron to cast cannon and anchors was discovered in Salisbury, Connecticut. Join us as Jim King discusses the iron deposits in Connecticut and its journey to Norwich to be forged into the tools of revolution.

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Reception from 6-7pm includes light hors d'oeuvres, wine and fruit-infused water. The lecture will begin promptly at 7pm.

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Follow the link to purchase tickets and for the entire series schedule!

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https://thamesriverheritagepark.org/lecture-series

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