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New London, Connecticut
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In the 19th century, New London was one of the three busiest whaling ports in the world, alongside New Bedford and Nantucket.
This schoolhouse is where Nathan Hale, the American Revolutionary War hero, once taught before becoming a spy for the Continental Army.
The academy, established in 1876, is one of the five federal service academies and trains future officers of the U.S. Coast Guard.
Originally a diner, the Hygienic Art Gallery is now a community art space that hosts an annual art show where anyone can exhibit their work.
The Amistad, a ship involved in a famous 1839 slave revolt, was brought to New London after it was captured, and the subsequent trial took place nearby.
This historic theater, built in 1926, is a cultural hub that hosts a variety of performances, from concerts to film screenings.
In the late 18th century, New London was briefly considered as a potential site for the nation's capital due to its strategic location.
