Category Archives: Bridgeport
Professor to overview African-Americans soldiers in the Civil War
The Bridgeport History Center is sponsoring two identical programs to be held at the Barnum Museum on Friday, July 27, at noon; and Saturday, July 28, at 2:30 p.m. Professor David Koch will present a vivid overview of the first … Continue reading
Historic walking tour in Bridgeport
The Bridgeport Community Historical Society wil sponsor a walking tour of the Armstrong Place row houses in Bridgeport on Sunday, June 5. Tour participants will meet architectural historian Charles Brilvitch at the Washington Park corner of Barnum Avenue and Kossuth … Continue reading
Bridgeport struggles to preserve its historic buildings
Bridgeport historians are struggling to preserve the city’s large number of historic buildings. City Historian Mary Witkowski often issues 90-day demolition delays, ultimately to no avail, according to an article in the Connecticut Post. For instance, a building at 371-377 … Continue reading
Barnum Museum appeals for donations
The Barnum Museum in Bridgeport is appealing for donations after a tornado damaged some of its priceless historic artifacts. A tornado blew out windows on the museum’s Main Street level. The wind came howling into the exhibit room, showering rain … Continue reading
