Maritime Prosperity on the Other Thames River

New London is a historic American coastal town in southeastern Connecticut, long shaped by maritime trade, whaling, and its strategic position along the Thames River. The city's built landscape reflects centuries of civic, industrial, and residential development, with notable districts such as Coit Street, Downtown New London, Hempstead, and Winthrop Cove preserving early streetscapes, wharf-side industry, and 19th-century neighborhoods. The Lyman Allyn Art Museum, Connecticut College and United States Coast Guard Academy are situated north of the I-95. Landmarks including Fort Trumbull, Cedar Grove Cemetery, and the city's former railroad and pier facilities underscore New London's role as a regional port and transportation hub. Today the town remains a compact, walkable center of historic architecture, waterfront views and New England heritage. - AsNotedIn