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The "Colonnade" Savin Rock, Conn.
Colonnade in Savin Rock, West Haven, Connecticut, was a notable building within the Savin Rock amusement park area, which thrived from the late 19th century into the mid-20th century. Savin Rock was known as "Connecticut's Coney Island," offering a wide range of attractions, including rides, arcades, and food stands. The Colonnade itself was an architectural highlight, often used as a venue for dining and social events. This iconic structure, like much of Savin Rock, eventually declined as the popularity of the amusement park waned, leading to its eventual demolition. Today, the Savin Rock area is remembered fondly through historical markers and a museum dedicated to its history.
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Discover the people who lived there, the places they visited and the stories they shared.
The "Colonnade" Savin Rock, Conn.
Colonnade in Savin Rock, West Haven, Connecticut, was a notable building within the Savin Rock amusement park area, which thrived from the late 19th century into the mid-20th century. Savin Rock was known as "Connecticut's Coney Island," offering a wide range of attractions, including rides, arcades, and food stands. The Colonnade itself was an architectural highlight, often used as a venue for dining and social events. This iconic structure, like much of Savin Rock, eventually declined as the popularity of the amusement park waned, leading to its eventual demolition. Today, the Savin Rock area is remembered fondly through historical markers and a museum dedicated to its history.
Postcard
Posted in the Past: Revealing the true stories written on a postcard