Experience 300 Years of Norwich History
The primary goal of this website is to educate the public about Norwich, Connecticut’s rich heritage and history spanning the 300-year period from 1659 to 1959. The site offers quick and easy access to an extensive collection of media, focusing on Norwich’s historical events, places, and other interesting tidbits.
This site is entirely free of charge
IconicNorwich.org features over 3,000 concise articles and numerous historical maps of Norwich. The articles are organized into more than 30 categories. The Media Library connects you to thousands of historical web-based links from Norwich. Several quizzes, prepared presentations, and crossword puzzles are provided to enhance the learning environment.
You are invited to add or contribute to new or existing placemarks by filling out the form in the “Contribute Article” section.
Recent Updates to IconicNorwich.org
Added St. Patrick’s Cathedral Pamphlet: Click Here
Added: Photo of Yerrington’s Temple of Music: Click Here
Added: Photo of the Bacon Arms Company: Click Here
Updated: Yantic Cemetery Search Table: Click Here
Added: 1749-2021: Christ Episcopal Church: Click Here
An historical fiction novel by Bob Dees about Norwich's 1850s Gold Mining Co.
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Norwich Luminaries
Norwich History … It Never Gets Old
Over the years Norwich has been blessed with hundreds, if not thousands, of individuals who led exemplary, forward looking lives. The group includes civic leaders, philanthropists, teachers, doctors, and spiritual leaders.
IconicNorwich.org has created a 16-minute video that recognizes and pays tribute to a select few of these luminaries. Many of these individuals received their early education at the Norwich Free Academy.
In planning for the coming year, it may be wise to contemplate and learn from the selfless, outstanding contributions of those before us.
Click HERE to watch the video.
Norwich Free Academy ~ circa 1860