Chester-Hadlyme Ferry - Connecticut Historical Markers on Waymarking.com

This historical marker about the Chester-Hadlyme Ferry is located east of the Connecticut River at the end of Ferry Rd (Route 148) in Lyme, Connecticut. The ferry is still in use from April 1 through November 30. Checkout the ConnDOT website (visit link) for hours of operation and current fees.

Marker Text

STATE OF CONNECTICUT

STATE HISTORIC LANDMARK

For over two hundred years the
Chester~Hadlyme Ferry has provided
public transportation at this site.
The first crossing was initiated by
Jonathan Warner of Chester in 1769.
Known as Warner's Ferry, it was
privately operated until 1877 when
it became a town facility.
This is the second oldest ferry in
continuous use in Connecticut and
has been owned and operated by the
State Department of Transportation
since 1917.

Reproduced from a plaque located
on the Chester side, dedicated in 1976.
1976

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Many thanks, happy waymarking and enjoy your crossing.

Marker Name: Chester-Hadlyme Ferry Marker Type: Rural Roadside Date Dedicated / Placed: 1976 Additional Information: Not listed

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