From the American Revolution to contemporary times, women have made important contributions to life along the Thames River. From the heroic acts of Anna Warner Bailey during the Revolution and War of 1812, to Nellie Plant’s architectural skills and dedication to education and from Harriet Allyn’s philanthropy that established an art museum for New London, to Sarah Dillon Harrison’s efforts to make travel safer for Black visitors, this tour focuses on the accomplishments of the women who left a legacy in the region. Departs from Fort Trumbull and the tour is 75 minutes.