Cannons & Curses - A Tour of Savin Rock & Charles Island
Sat, Aug 22
|Savin Rock Park
Explore the two faces of the Connecticut coast. Stand at the heights of Savin Rock where the Revolution met the shore, then race the tide to cross the sandbar to the rumored final hiding place of Captain Kidd’s cursed treasure at Charles Island. One day. Two towns. Infinite legends.
Time & Location
Aug 22, 2026, 10:30 AM – 2:30 PM
Savin Rock Park, 435 Captain Thomas Blvd, West Haven, CT 06516, USA
About the event
Step into the past with a one-day, two-city walking tour that uncovers the grit of the American Revolution and the gold of pirate lore. From the battle-scarred beaches of West Haven to the haunted shores of Milford, come discover the secrets buried in our own backyard!
The Expedition Plan
Part I: The Redcoat Invasion (Savin Rock, West Haven) Stand where the British landed in 1779. We’ll trace the steps of General Garth’s troops, visit the legendary lookout of Thomas Painter, and share the gripping story of Adjutant Campbell - the enemy officer who became a local hero.
Part II: The Cursed Isle (Charles Island, Milford) Cross the sandbar (if the tide permits!) to an island steeped in mystery. Hear the Thrice-Cursed legend of the Paugussett tribe and visit the grounds where Captain Kidd allegedly buried his final, haunted treasure.
*Time of event may be adjusted or order of visiting sites may be…
Tickets
Cannons & Curses! Tour
This ticket includes curated tour and Limited Exclusive Commemorative Pass. Book now for introductory pricing while we build our community!
From $15.00 to $25.00
$25.00
$15.00
Founder's Circle Ticket
This ticket includes tour, Limited Edition Pass, and a digital 'Field Guide' after the tour, featuring a curated list of further reading, local historic site recommendations, and high-resolution vintage map of the route we walked.
From $20.00 to $30.00
$30.00
$20.00
Total
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