Nikki G.
12/7/2020
Since reading The Lilac Girls by Martha Hall Kelly I became obsessed with visiting the Bellamy-Ferriday House. My mom and I went to Connecticut in the middle of October during COVID. Because of...
The Bellamy-Ferriday House & Garden
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9 Main St N
Bethlehem, CT 06751
The Bellamy-Ferriday House & Garden in Bethlehem, CT, offers a glimpse into the life of Caroline Ferriday, a philanthropist renowned for her humanitarian work in the 20th century. Visitors can explore the ten-acre site, including the formal parterre garden and the 18th-century residence built by Reverend Joseph Bellamy.
The historical significance of the property lies in its association with Reverend Bellamy, a prominent preacher of the First Great Awakening, who built the house in two stages between 1754 and 1767. Later, the Ferriday family modernized the house with amenities like heat, electricity, and plumbing, while also creating a picturesque garden featuring historic roses and fragrant trees.
Caroline Ferriday's dedication to social justice causes, notably her support for the Free France Movement during WWII and her assistance to Ravensbrück concentration camp survivors, showcases the house's rich philanthropic history. The site also inspired the best-selling novel "Lilac Girls" by Martha Hall Kelly, highlighting Caroline's impactful work and the enduring legacy of the Ferriday family.
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4.54 reviews
Tessa M.
9/5/2021
I knew nothing about this home or the owners before coming. We only came because my mom wanted to visit after reading Lilac Girls. I'm glad we tagged along. Learning a piece of American history...
Jon M.
9/6/2019
Caroline Ferriday was a remarkable woman who fought for women she did not know and helped improve the lives of women who suffered real tragedy during WW 11. To tour her home is like touching her...
Kim G.
10/18/2019
I am going to try my best to find the words to describe this remarkable house and it's history. My sister and I came here and Muffy was our tour guide. I loved hearing about the history of the...
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