Seaside Sanatorium
Ruins of a historic medical facility sits eerily by the water in Waterford, Connecticut.

๐Ÿ“œ Historic medical facility, designed in 1934 by Cass Gilbert, Americaโ€™s first for heliotropic treatment of children with tuberculosis.
๐Ÿ” Now a Connecticut State Park, it closed in 1996 and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Why Go

๐Ÿ›๏ธ Marvel at Tudor Revival architecture
๐Ÿšถ Explore historic grounds by foot
๐ŸŒŠ Enjoy seaside views
๐Ÿง  Reflect on medical innovation and history

Why Avoid

๐Ÿšซ Main buildings are fenced off, no public access
๐Ÿ‘ฎ Park rangers patrol, be prepared for questions

Tips

๐Ÿ…ฟ๏ธ Parking available before the gate, access by foot only
๐Ÿ“ธ Bring cameras, but respect fenced perimeters

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