16 Then And Now Photos In Connecticut That Show Just How Much It Has Changed
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Natalie Clunan
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Connecticut has a long and colorful history, but one thing is certain, we’ve taken leaps and bounds forward during the last century. Transportation, fashion, attractions, and our cities have all transformed abundantly. Check out these then and now photos of the Nutmeg State to see how much things have changed.
In the early 1900s, trolleys gave visitors a ride right to the gates of this long-standing amusement park. (Photos circa 1900 and 2017)
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In the 1940s, workers lived in trailer camps outside the Pratt and Whitney aircraft plant in East Hartford, now camping is recreational and more modern. (photos circa 1941 and 2018)
Although our capital city has always been a bustling place, it sure has grown over the years. (Photos circa 1916 and 2009).
One used to wait on the front porch to catch a bus, but now we have to find a centrally located bus stop. (Photos circa 1940 and 2007)
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Once called harvest markets, farmers' markets today have a whole lot more than just produce. (Photos circa 1941 and 2018)
Lake Quassy was a popular destination even before it became a thrilling amusement park. (Photos circa 1888 and 2017)
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Although the landscape of Waterbury remains the same, the buildings sure have changed. (Photos circa 1940 and 2009)
The one thing that's changed about grabbing a bite to drink and a cold one at the local tavern is the outfits being worn. (Photos circa 1940 and 2017)
What did you think about these then and now photos? Did you recognize anything in the older pictures? For another glimpse into the past check out some of the oldest photos taken in Connecticut.
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