My visit to Yellow Yellow Circle at Middletown, Connecticut was random, yet meaningful. It was a total random destination out of several of different places I couldβve landed on between Worcester, MA and NYC. But I headed to Middletown. The reason why? I got an invitation. Only one rule: I was welcome anytime, but I had to leave, just like their children.
The invitation was from my friend Katie Tibbetts’ parents, Mr and Mrs. Tibbetts. And the brief visit to Middletown was a huge turnover. Middletown was such a charming little town among all the big cities around. It means more to me personally because, our friendship got tested by naked baby photos, and we survived.
Middletown is named it because it is in between of major cities around. It is in a midway of New York City and Boston, also Hartford and New Heaven. However, the name βmiddleβ doesnβt represent βmediocreβ. It was an extraordinary in a lot of ways.
Wadsworth Falls State Park was a place to walk/run/hangout in Middletown. Through the woods, thereβs the Little Falls and Big Falls. Be aware of mosquitos while walking down the trail. I lost a lot of blood that day, seriously. Jaunt down to the stone bridge and find Wadsworth mansion and the Olmsted Carriage Road in Long Hill Estate. It will make you feel like being in the old days, just like the time when the mansion was alive.
The carriage road was part of the original approach to the Wadsworth mansion. This section of the drive is bordered by handcrafted brownstone walls and lined with white oak trees, is one of the most impressive features of the landscape.
Wadsworth mansion was neglected in the late 1980s when the developer went bankrupt. In 1994 the Middletown purchased the property and restore the mansion, which was reopened January 2000.
We wrapped this day up with Sloppy Joe a la Mr.Tibbetts along with another great American beer Magic Hat and their wise wisdom that hidden under the bottle cap.
Thanks to Mr & Mrs.Tibbetts (+ Cooper) for their warm hospitality and special thanks to Katie Tibbetts for poke them to send me a kind invitation.
I love your photos and the fact that you’re showing appreciation for a place that’s a bit under the radar. It’s always great when I go to a place with no expectations and I’m surprised by gems like these.
Thanks for your great words. π Yes, I’d like to think everywhere can be travel destination. That’s why I do Runaway to Sister’s city series. Even small towns, little corner of somewhere could surprise us.
What I would give for a look around that mansion?! π
You can book the tour there. π It was locked when I was there for some reason. Maybe because it was Sunday.
Hey, I live just 15 minutes away from Middletown! I have spent a lot of time there, but would you believe it – have never been to the Wadsworth mansion. It’s beautiful in your photo π I’m so happy you liked my little corner of Connecticut!! π
Hey! That’s funny! π The mansion was really gorgeous. Front and back are different architecture. Back of the building is a gorgeous Roman architecture. Visit someday! π
Isn’t Middletown a cool place? Right on the Connecticut River! It’s also home to Wesleyan University, where famous film directors like Martin Scorcese attended (my mother went there too, but she’s not a famous director). I grew up about a half hour away in Waterbury. Glad you got to visit!
The forest is stunning. looks like a great place to explore! great pics! Thanks for sharing.