Sophia Partin: This is a National Park, don’t forget your stamp book if you’re collecting them. This park has quite the history. This is an old English fort used to fight against the Spanish in the 1700s. The museum has artifacts that have found in the area. They have old tavern games and children toys. It’s interesting to see what life was like only 300 years ago.
They have a replica hut that British soldiers lived in. They have plaques along the town streets at most of the homes telling their history. It is worth the read to understand about life in that time. There isn’t much remaining from that period but there are still a few sections standing of the fort.
This is a great park for history lovers. I recommend a visit!
Michele Carter: This hidden gem is very worth a visit. You must arrange for the guided tour in advance by contacting the non-profit organization which runs the property. Harriet is very knowledgeable of the property. She is wonderful at sharing her wealth of knowledge about the property.
This lovely house which was lovingly restored by renowned artist Bill Hanes after it was destroyed by fire in the 1930s. Mr. Hanes was a printer who ran the letterpress Ashantilly Press, and his beautiful work is seen everywhere in the house. You can get a personal tour of the printshop and demonstration of the letterpress printing method from Sara the printer.
And while the tour is free, your donations will be appreciated, since maintaining and restoring the property takes money!
Clarence Ites: Friendly , kind parishioners, very reverent and attentive to the Eucharist. Excellent homily. They were very orderly when exiting and entering pews.There was no mad rush that you see in some churches. It was easy to pray and meditate, as there was not a lot of unnecessary chatting.
Debra Prevatte: Interesting little museum, AC felt wonderful. Nice shaded nature trail. The short walk to the Fort isnt shady so the heat & humidity hits hard. Then the biting flies start attacking aka deer flies. Your pace will quicken lol. Great history stop. We enjoyed it.
Xyla Dee: Located within the walls of Dariens old jail, is a hidden room of art from students of all ages. There are books featuring a wide range of art platforms. I could truly sit for hours and just soak in the information and impressions of art. Ot is so fascinating to see how humans all interpret emotion so vividly. A very nice surprise finding. Highly recommended trip, and absolutely free to view!
