Smith's Castle

The Ledyard Historical Society, founded in 1964, is dedicated to preserving, protecting, and making accessible the rich history of Ledyard and Gales Ferry, Connecticut, including the heritage of the Pequot and Mohegan tribal nations. Through their efforts, they invite the community to explore the captivating stories that have shaped the region over the ages. Located at the Nathan Lester House & Farm Tool Museum, the society serves as a custodian of local heritage, fostering meaningful relationships with Native nations and people through education and partnership. They acknowledge the ancestral lands of the Eastern Pequot, Mashantucket Pequot, Mohegan, and other historic tribal nations, honoring the enduring connections of Native peoples to the land and waters. Generated from the website