The Traveling Redhead-The Glenville Mill

The Glenville Mill is located in the heart of Glenville, Connecticut. Just a stone's throw away from the famous eatery, Glenville Pizza (yum). It was the first cotton mill of its kind and primarily built by the influx of Irish immigrants. Operations began in 1790 and since then its changed hands several times. Over the years it welcomed many new buildings and thriving businesses. By 1880, the mill and the surrounding area were made of predominately Irish immigrants. Those Irish immigrants chose to settle and raise their families. Their generosity fostered growth within the surrounding community and the Catholic Church. Irish Immigrants organized St. Paul Roman Catholic Church as a mission of St. Mary's Church in Greenwich. The new church was erected with glorious stained-glass windows, paying homage to the Irish donors.

Today, the compound includes several residences and thriving businesses, a must see in the warmer weather to enjoy the peace and tranquility of nature and the cascading waterfall.

For additional information, please visit the Connecticut Irish Heritage Trail website. Stop by for lunch and dinner, be sure to admire the buildings architecture and the glorious view!

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