Stratford Historical Society and the Town of Stratford Present...

Goody Bassett's Last Mile

Wednesday, April 19, 6:30 pm

On May 15, 1651 Goody Bassett took her last walk through the Stratford settlement. We will retrace that sorrowful walk while recounting the state of affairs in the Town of Stratford in 1651, the events leading up to the sentencing of Goody Bassett, and the walk to the gallows.

The 1.5 mile walk will begin and end at the Mac’s Harbor Marker, approximately 320 Shore Road, Stratford, CT.

Parking is available on Shore Road and in the parking lot of Shakespeare Park (1880 Elm Street, Stratford, CT).

Members $3, Non-members $5

Additional Walk Dates:

• Wednesday, April 26, 6:30 pm
• Wednesday, May 3, 7:00 pm
• Wednesday, May 10, 7:00 pm

Inclement weather dates will be the following Thursday at the same times.