Threadcity.org celebrates the rich history and heritage of Willimantic, northeastern Connecticut's major urban center, in pictures and text. Discover why Willimantic is nicknamed the Thread City, and read about the local folklore concerning the emblematic frogs. To find out more, visit About us
Tom Beardsley's extensive writings are accessible here. Read articles on local history and culture published in the local newspaper, the Chronicle, since 1990. Visit Historian's Articles to read more
Willimantic's rural and urban attractiveness attracted photographers and artists to the city as it expanded in the postbellum period. Moreover, the community's leading employer produced some of the most sophisticated trade cards published in the United States during the 1870s and 1880s. Visit the Picture Gallery
Do you have stories, articles,pictures etc. that you'd like to share? Do you have any questions or suggestions? We'd be happy to consider using any historical pictures or articles. We encourage feedback and participation from visitors to our site. Please use the "Contact us" link above to get in touch with the Threadcity.org team. .
By entering the site here, you will be able to view the picture of the week. You can identify locations, and are encouraged to send your photographs to the site for viewing and discussion.
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