This Fine Piece of Water: An Environmental History of Long Island Sound
Schedule
Wed Apr 29 2026 at 06:00 pm to 08:00 pm
UTC-04:00Location
Lyman Allyn Art Museum | New London, CT
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Tom Andersen’s talk will show how the attitude the Dutch and English brought to North America led to decades of devastating pollution. But also how, after 370 years, attitudes about the Sound changed, in the nick of time to stave off environmental disaster.Presenter Bio
Tom Andersen is author of "This Fine Piece of Water: An Environmental History of Long Island Sound" (Yale University Press). A former newspaper reporter, he worked as director of communications for the Connecticut Audubon Society from 2012 until 2026.
Six-Part Lecture Series:
"Freedom: The Victories, Promises, and Potentials of 1776"
Dates: January 14-April 29, 2026 | every three weeks
Where: Lyman Allyn Art Museum
Schedule: Reception, 6-7pm | Lecture, 7-8pm
The speakers will explore the meaning of freedom in America, examining its historical implications for various segments of society, all from a local perspective. It will commemorate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.
Ticket purchase includes beverages and light bites during the hour reception prior to the lecture. Guests can also access museum galleries and visit exhibitions while they mingle!
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Lyman Allyn Art Museum, 134 Mohegan Ave, New London, CT 06320-4108, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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