Explore the Rich Maritime History of Essex, Connecticut

There’s a rich maritime history to be found in Essex, Connecticut. In this season 6 segment of Weekends with Yankee (episode 604), Richard explores the quaint, coastal town and gets to know its inhabitants. He meets Steven Cryan who curates his own traditional train show replicating historical Essex. Then, per Stevens recommendation, he heads to the Griswold Inn, operating consistently since 1776. The Inn has an expansive collection of maritime art and historical artifacts, so much so that it feels like a museum. Led on a tour by owner Joan Paul, Richard views the inn and joins a merry crowd for sea shanties in the tap room.

About Weekends with Yankee

Produced by GBH, Boston’s preeminent public media producer, Weekends with Yankee is a Telly Award–winner in theTourism/Travel category and was recently nominated for Best New Series and Best Travel Program by The Taste Awards. Series funding for Weekends with Yankee is provided by New Hampshire Division of Travel & Tourism Development, Maine Office of Tourism, Massachusetts Office of Travel & Tourism, The Barn Yard, American Cruise Lines, and Grady-White Boats.