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The History and Impact of the Farmington River, Shad, and the Rainbow Dam

A calm river flows through a forest.
Farmington River The Farmington River is a "wild and scenic" river flowing in northwest Connecticut. © The Nature Conservancy
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Why was the Farmington River named one of the most endangered rivers in the country in 2024?

Join Windsor Historical Society, the Nature Conservancy and the Farmington River Association for a presentation on the history of the Farmington River and Rainbow Dam. What is the history of Windsor’s relationship to the Farmington River, the mighty shad, and the Rainbow Dam? Why is the River so important to Windsor’s favorite fish? And what can you do to help make sure that ‘the shad always return’?

Endangered Waters Event The Nature Conservancy hosts and event about the history of the Farmington River in Connecticut. © The Nature Conservancy