History
This word, meaning "Place of Noises," is the indigenous name for the land that we now call East Haddam and Haddam.
What is Machimoodus?
East Haddam is bordered by this body of water, a 96,000-acre watershed named for a fish found in its waters.
What is the Salmon River?
Friday night dinner spot and class party caterer
What is Village Pizza?
This staff member referees soccer and football outside of school.
Who is Mr. Eckert?
This famous man, the State Hero of Connecticut, taught in East Haddam in the winter of 1773-74, at only 18 years old.
Who is Nathan Hale?
These are the three largest bodies of water in East Haddam (must name all three!)
What are Lake Hayward, Bashan Lake, and the Moodus Reservoir?
This quirky establishment, founded by a retired molecular biologist in 2013, is named after its most rambunctious residents.
What is Two Wrasslin' Cats?
This staff member receives visits from 20+ students per day, with even more stopping by during the winter months.
Who is Nurse Kelly?
This organization, which now hosts free classes, games, and crafts throughout the year, was originally founded in 1888, with its current building dating back to 1920.
What is the East Haddam Public Library?
This mountain, whose view extends to Massachusetts, the Catskills in New York, and the Long Island Sound, is the source of the famous "Moodus Noises."
What is Mount Tom?
Not just for healthcare needs, this local business offers the largest greeting card selection in Middlesex County.
What is Nutmeg Pharmacy?
Juniors and seniors with at least a B average have the option to take one free course per semester through this Connecticut university.
What is Wesleyan University?
This actor, famous for playing Sherlock Holmes, designed his own home in East Haddam down to the smallest details.
Who is William Gillette?
Hike to Chapman Falls in this park, named for mysterious stone potholes, orbs, and ghostly laughter that echo through its land
What is Devil's Hopyard State Park?
This historic building attracts more than 100,000 visitors each year, and offers arts education to underserved Connecticut youth.
What is the Goodspeed Opera House?
Counting amphibians, reptiles, fish, birds, crustaceans, and four-legged mammals, Ms. Carberry's classroom is currently home to this many inhabitants.
What is 27?
Colonists purchased Machimoodus from indigenous peoples for 30 of this item, worth $100.
What are coats?
East Haddam falls into which ecoregion, characterized by rocky soils, hilly topography, and rich deciduous forests?
What is the Southern New England Coastal Plains and Hills?
This resort originated in 1920 as a small family ranch, and now offers a variety of outdoor activities and events for guests to enjoy each summer.
What is Cave Hill Resort?
The first class to graduate from our current NHRHS building walked the stage in this year.
What is 1995?