The Griswold Inn
Historic inn in Essex, Connecticut / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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The Griswold Inn is located in Essex, Connecticut and is one of the oldest continuously run inns in the United States.[1] It was founded by three brothers in the late 18th century and named after the Griswold Family of the area, and it has been under the stewardship of only six families. British troops captured it during the War of 1812 and used it as a base of operations.[2] During Prohibition, it still maintained a lively entertainment schedule for the local yachtsmen. Over the years, several surrounding buildings were added to the inn complex, each with its own history. It was also used as a filming location for the gothic soap opera Dark Shadows.
The Griswold Inn | |
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Location | Essex, Connecticut |
Address | 36 Main Street, Essex, CT 06426 |
Coordinates | 41.3516°N 72.3868°W / 41.3516; -72.3868 |