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Ellington-Somers History: Who Were These People?
Test your knowledge of Ellington and Somers history with this photo from the archives of the historical societies.
Who were these people?
Here's a hint, they were from Somers.
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The image has been provided by the Somers Historical Society.
Last week's question was "Where is This Building?" and there were several correct guesses. It is the Aborn Castle.
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According to Images of America: Ellington, from the Ellington Historical Society:
"The Castle on Somers Road is an Ellington landmark. It was built in 1917 by mason Edgar Aborn for Harry C. Aborn, who owned the general store in Ellington Center. The Aborns' travels to Europe inspired them to build a castle like the ones they had seen. Avon Mountain can be seen from the top of the turret, which is reached by way of a sprial staircase."
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