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Cannons & Curses - Savin Rock (Part 1 of Invasion New Haven) & 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, 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM
Savin Rock Park, 435 Captain Thomas Blvd, West Haven, CT 06516, USA
Guests
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. Right up to the first defense of New Haven at West River.
Part II: The Cursed Isle (Charles Island, Milford) Cross the sandbar (right at low tide!) to an island steeped in mystery. Hear the Thrice-Cursed legend of the Paugussett tribe and visit the edge of the grounds where Captain Kidd allegedly buried his final,…