Christmas is a time to revisit nostalgic childhood memories, celebrate the season with loved ones, and appreciate the beauty of our state. Connecticut is brimming with holiday cheer, from cozy local shops offering glittering decorations, to dazzling outdoor light displays that will delight every visitor. You can see stunning photos of some of Connecticut’s most charming Christmas places in a holiday book by talented photographer and journalist Caryn B. Davis.
A Connecticut Christmas: Celebrating the Holiday in Classic New England Style will get you right into the spirit of the holidays with its vibrant photos and descriptive stories about every unique place featured.
Caryn B. Davis Photography If you have a loved one who lives out of state, this book will certainly convince them that Connecticut is the most beautiful place to be during Christmastime! You’ll have them on a plane to visit you in no time.
The book has more than a dozen chapters, each covering unique Christmas offerings from around the state. Start with the chapter, “Ye Olde Christmas Tree” to see some of the Nutmeg State’s most beautiful firs.
Caryn B. Davis Photography A visit to Lockwood Mansion in Norwalk is a must! The mansion is decorated to the hilt for the holidays, and its tree is stunning.
Connecticut has a rich shipbuilding history, and it’s celebrated during Christmastime in several spots across the state, including “Trees in the Rigging” in Essex.
Caryn B. Davis Photography You’ll learn all about this pretty boat parade, and others in the “Nautical Noel” chapter of A Connecticut Christmas.
Connecticuters all have their own special Christmas traditions, and for many, a visit to some of the farms around the state is a holiday must.
Caryn B. Davis Photography Country Quilt Llama in Cornwall is one of the many special places featured in the book.
One way to learn more about the fascinating history of the Nutmeg State is by taking a tour with a knowledgeable docent to show you around.
Caryn B. Davis Photography Lantern Light Tours at the Mystic Seaport Museum have been a favorite for 40 years. If this isn’t already a Christmas tradition in your family, it’s time to add it to your holiday calendar.
Connecticut’s festive events and activities keep your calendar full from Thanksgiving to the New Year, and A Connecticut Christmas covers those, too.
Caryn B. Davis Photography The Boars Head Festival at the Asylum Hill Congregational Church in Hartford is a New England favorite. The stunning pageantry and music of this event brings 5,000 people together every year. See brilliant photos that showcase the traditions and details in the book.
During the holidays, almost every restaurant and shop you visit in Connecticut is transformed into a magical holiday wonderland.
Caryn B. Davis Photography Photographer and writer Caryn B. Davis covers some of the state’s most festive spots, including The Pink Sleigh, a Christmas shop full of glittering trees, ornaments, and decorations. It’s the perfect place to find all the trimmings for your home. You’ll find it in Westbrook, and you can learn more details about the shop in A Connecticut Christmas.
Caryn B. Davis Photography
If you have a loved one who lives out of state, this book will certainly convince them that Connecticut is the most beautiful place to be during Christmastime! You’ll have them on a plane to visit you in no time.
A visit to Lockwood Mansion in Norwalk is a must! The mansion is decorated to the hilt for the holidays, and its tree is stunning.
You’ll learn all about this pretty boat parade, and others in the “Nautical Noel” chapter of A Connecticut Christmas.
Country Quilt Llama in Cornwall is one of the many special places featured in the book.
Lantern Light Tours at the Mystic Seaport Museum have been a favorite for 40 years. If this isn’t already a Christmas tradition in your family, it’s time to add it to your holiday calendar.
The Boars Head Festival at the Asylum Hill Congregational Church in Hartford is a New England favorite. The stunning pageantry and music of this event brings 5,000 people together every year. See brilliant photos that showcase the traditions and details in the book.
Photographer and writer Caryn B. Davis covers some of the state’s most festive spots, including The Pink Sleigh, a Christmas shop full of glittering trees, ornaments, and decorations. It’s the perfect place to find all the trimmings for your home. You’ll find it in Westbrook, and you can learn more details about the shop in A Connecticut Christmas.
See more of Caryn B. Davis’s work on her website.
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