Tag Archive: History and Heritage

Zeppole Season Hits Wooster Square! A Sweet Slice of History

March 16, 2025

Forget the winter blues because springtime in New Haven means one thing: zeppole! Those glorious fried dough puffs of deliciousness, officially known as Zeppole di San Giuseppe, are back, and we’re here to tell you where to find the best in town. Here’s a snapshot of the history of the celebratory pastry. Zeppole are traditionally made to celebrate the Feast of St. Joseph (San Giuseppe), on March 19th. Legend has it that when St. Joseph had to flee to Egypt with the Holy Family, he worked as a carpenter and sold fritters to support them. Later, in medieval Sicily, a... View Article

Sea of Green, the History of New Haven’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade

February 20, 2025

New Haven, the Emerald City at the end of the rainbow. Here, holidays and festivals are embraced with fervor, and no celebration shines quite as brightly as St. Patrick’s Day. For over 180 years, we’ve been putting the march in March with the annual Greater New Haven St. Patrick’s Day Parade. As the largest single-day spectator event in Connecticut, it draws over 300,000 residents and visitors who gather to share festive cheer and the luck of the Irish. Tracing its roots back to 17th-century Ireland, the tradition of St. Paddy’s Day parades began as acts of defiance, with “religious protests”... View Article

Black History Month Reflecting on New Haven’s History

January 28, 2025

As Black History Month comes around each February, communities across the nation honor Black Americans’ stories, achievements, and cultural contributions throughout history. New Haven, holds a unique place in this narrative, with its deep connections to the fight for freedom, justice, and equality. From the Amistad story to local trailblazers like William Lanson and the resources at the New Haven Museum, this city offers a meaningful lens through which we can reflect on Black history. The Amistad Legacy: A Fight for Freedom New Haven was pivotal in the Amistad case, one of the most significant events in the abolitionist movement.... View Article

Halloween in New Haven: What to Do and Where to Get Spooky

September 25, 2024

If you’re hunting for the best things to do in New Haven this Halloween, you’ve come to the right place. To celebrate the spooky season, the city is filled with haunted happenings. From paranormal ghost tours on hallowed grounds to mysterious ancient cemeteries, here’s the ultimate guide to where to get spooked in New Haven this Halloween. New Haven Ghost Tours Join ‘Ghosts of New Haven’ for an evening walking tour with an expert guide who shares haunting tales while visiting some of the spookiest sites throughout the city. While visiting spooky sites such as the Skull and Bones Society,... View Article

The Legacy of the Atlantic Oyster, The Pearl of New Haven

June 26, 2024

New Haven is known for many things. We’re the Pizza Capital of the nation, the birthplace of the hamburger sandwich, the home of the Bulldog, and a hub for acolytes of the Atlantic Oyster. Long before we put meat between buns and pies in pizza ovens, our city’s food culture centered around something entirely different – and best enjoyed raw. Dating back to 1638, the Atlantic Oyster was a staple in the New England diet, with the hard-shelled bivalve playing an integral role in the fledgling Quinnipiac colony. In fact, shallow, pristine beds along the Long Island Sound were so... View Article

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