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The Unique Community That Is (Old) Greenwich

Greenwich is a unique community, with its mansions in backcountry, and its coast along Long Island Sound. These materials will give you an overview of Greenwich history. NOTE: Most of these are reference books and can only be used in the library.

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  • CIRCULATING BOOK This is a collection of newspaper articles written by Judge Hubbard for the Greenwich Press from 1927 to 1933. Contains rare background information on historical people and events.
    BookGreenwich, CT : Round Hill Productions, 2001. — 974.69 HUBBA
  • CIRCULATING BOOK Mr. Clark has amassed photos of local historic people and events. A unique supplement for historical research.
    BookCharleston, SC : Arcadia Publishing, [2002] — 974.69 CLARK
  • Greenwich

    Beaches to Backcountry

    Franco, Rachel Oler
    REFERENCE BOOK Rachel Franco describes our multi-faceted community, with its unique characteristics. This reference book will give you a greater appreciation for Greenwich.
    BookGreenwich, Conn.. : Rock Point Press, [2003] — REF 974.69 FRANC
  • CIRCULATING BOOK This book describes memories of the eastern section of town including Riverside and Old Greenwich. "Sound Beach" was a main summer vacation spot at one time. Published by the dedicated people of the Oral History…
    BookGreenwich : Greenwich Library, [1992] — 974.69 ORAL LOUDE
  • REFERENCE BOOK This is one of three books written about the Old Greenwich area by Ms. Colegrove. Gives you an understanding of what life was like in early Sound Beach.
    BookNew Britain, CT : Musicon Ministries, 1991. — REF 974.69 COLEG
  • CIRCULATING BOOK Several narrators reminisce about Tod's Point (Elizabeth's Neck, Greenwich Point). Provides a unique look at the famous banker and businessman.
    BookGreenwich, Ct : Greenwich Library, 2000. — 974.69 ORAL TODS
  • Greenwich Beautiful

    Greenwich, Conn. on Long Island Sound

    Greenwich News
    REFERENCE BOOK Published as a supplement, it includes pictures of Greenwich from the early 1900s. Includes a brief history of the town, and many photos of backcountry mansions.
    BookGreenwich, CT : Greenwich News, 1913. — REF 917.469 GREEN
  • REFERENCE BOOK This is a compilation of many photos included in the Greenwich Press newspaper over time.
    BookGreenwich, Ct : Greenwich Press, 1929. — REF 917.46 GREEN