How Connecticut Thumbed its Nose at Prohibition

Fri Mar 15 , 2 – 3 pm

Hosted by New Haven Free Public Library
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When the U.S. decided that alcohol was no longer benefiting society, every state — except two — voted to amend the Constitution to outlaw the manufacturing and sale of liquor. Connecticut did not support the change. Many persons in Connecticut found creative means around it and Long Island Sound afforded many opportunities for bootleggers, including East Haven’s infamous Nellie Green. Hear the whole story at this presentation by Mike Allen, producer and host of the highly-rated podcast, Amazing Tales from Off and On Connecticut’s Beaten Path.


Contact: Allison (203) 946‑8130, ext. 245

Admission Free
Location New Haven Free Public Library
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