Tag: history
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A Brief History of Christmas Trees on City Greens as Waterbury Begins to Deck the Halls
As Downtown Waterbury lights up for the holiday season, we look back at the tradition of Christmas trees on city greens and how it became a beloved part of Waterbury’s winter identity.
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Hayden Park History: Waterbury, CT’s Historic Green Space

Discover the history of Hayden Park in Waterbury, CT, a historic green space designed by the Olmsted Brothers. Donated in 1920, the park continues to serve the community with walking paths, open lawns, and scenic views, linking Waterbury’s past with its vibrant present.
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Waterbury’s Last Ticks of a Golden Era: The Story of Lux Clock
Waterbury Local Storytelling Series – The Waterbury Times By D.M.Livingston|Published Sept 2025 Updated Nov 23, 2025 7:52 It has long been known as the Brass City, a place where industry thrived, innovation sparked, and factory whistles marked the rhythm of daily life. Among the many companies that once hummed with life during the city’s industrial heyday,…
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How Democracy Is Supposed to Work — Versus How It Does in Waterbury
This article is part of Parker Jane PBC’s civic education initiative-empowering residents through accessible local knowledge Democracy is often celebrated as the ideal system of government—a way for citizens to have a voice, influence policy, and hold leaders accountable. But what happens when the ideals of democracy clash with the realities on the ground? Our…
