Honoring the Lives of Enslaved Persons

Between 1670 and 1820 more than 200 enslaved African Americans and indigenous people labored in the historic town of Lyme.

Today, Witness Stones honor the humanity and the contributions of vital members of our community. The bronze plaques that mark sites of enslavement on Lyme Street restore forgotten history and serve as memorials to those once held here in bondage.

Jazz & Poetry Featured on Juneteenth

with Jesse Hameen II Jazz Quartet & poets Marilyn Nelston, Kate Rushin, Rhonda Ward & Antoinette Brim-Bell

Witness Stones Old Lyme Celebrates Third Installation in Black Hall

On June 2, the community gathered on the lawn of the Old Lyme Library to celebrate the third installation of Witness Stones —historical...

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Know Their Names

Learn more about the individuals commemorated with
Old Lyme Witness Stones.

Witness Stones Locations

Learn about each location, including addresses and
parking restrictions for the Black Hall location.

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