By: Mary Mahoney, PhD 1854: Boiling Over In the early afternoon of Thursday, March 2, 1854, a Mr. Ashe, the head painter of the Fales & Gray Car Factory, was standing on the bank of the Little River, south of the factory located on Potter Street. Gazing back on the factory, Ashe attempted to…
The Buildings of Hartford: The Colt Building by Vanessa Villar You may be surprised to discover the historical significance that lives in Hartford. The city of Hartford, CT has transformed on multiple occasions since its initial development due to industrialization, transportation, commercial and corporate development. Despite these changes, its historical significance is preserved in the…
The Death and Life of the Hartford Streetcar By: Evan Metzner Moving through Hartford today, it quickly becomes obvious that the automobile is the primary means of transit. Driving is a requirement for almost any trip or activity, and alternatives are either last resorts or non-existent. In short, the car is now king. However, it…
The Story of the I-84 Interchange in Hartford By: Evan Metzner Hartford is a city dominated by highways. Two major thoroughfares, I-84 and I-91, run right through the center of the city, commanding attention from pedestrians and drivers alike. These highways are heavily trafficked, handling a vast array of local, regional, and commuter traffic complex…
