Nation's Oldest Ferry
State Historic Landmark
Nation's oldest continuously operating ferry. Since 1655, public transportation across the Connecticut River has been provided at this site, connecting the towns of Rocky Hill and Glastonbury, both formerly parts of Wethersfield. Motive power has been supplied at various times by poles, oars, a horse treadmill and a steam engine. Privately operated for 260 years, this ferry became a State facility in 1915. It is now operated by the State Department of Transportation. Crossing time, 4 minutes.
State of Connecticut Department of Transportation
in cooperation with
The Connecticut Historical Commission
1973
Marker is at the intersection of Meadow Road (Connecticut Route 160) and Ferry Lane, on the right when traveling north on Meadow Road.
Courtesy hmdb.org
