WELCOME TO THE CAPTAIN PALMER HOUSE

This 16-room Victorian mansion was built in 1852 by two brothers, Captains Nathaniel Brown Palmer and Alexander Smith Palmer. Majestically sited on a high rise of ground overlooking the upper end of Stonington harbor, "Pine Point" offered sweeping water views in all directions. From its octagonal cupola, the family could identify ships arriving from distant ports. Meticulous craftsmanship of the ornate woodwork testifies to the work of shipwrights.

Once threatened by demolition, this magnificent home was purchased by the Stonington Historical Society in 1994 and is now preserved in all its beauty. Memorabilia pertaining to Nathaniel's discovery of Antarctica and the Palmer brothers' adventurous lives, as well as other Stonington family portraits, furnishings and artifacts are on display.

GENERAL INFORMATION

The Captain Palmer House is located next door to the Woolworth Library and research center at 40 Palmer Street, at the corner of routa 1A (North Water Street).

HOW TO FIND US

Take Exit 91 on I-95. Turn south on Route 234 (Pequot Trial) 0.4 miles to left turn at North Main Street and proceed 1.5 miles to traffic light at intersection with Route 1. Turn right on Route 1. Turn left at next traffic light onto North Water Street(Route 1A). Immediately across Lambert's Cove bridge, the Captain Palmer House will be on your left. Park in the Woolworth Library parking area next door to house.

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