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Norwich council approves Liberty Pole and two Liberty Trees as part of America's 250th celebrations
Summary
Council unanimously approved three resolutions to place a donated Liberty Pole on Norwich Town Green and plant Liberty Trees at Howard T. Brown Park and Bean Hill Green; speakers representing the America's 250th committee described historical ties and confirmed tree donations.
The Norwich City Council unanimously approved three resolutions on Feb. 17 to install commemorative monuments as part of the America’s 250th celebration.
The council voted 7–0 to accept a donated Liberty Pole for the Norwich Town Green and to plant two Liberty Trees with accompanying plaques—one at Howard T. Brown Park and one at Bean Hill Green. Committee co‑chairs Janine Galette and Carrie Wall described the projects as civic history initiatives that will provide gathering spaces and commemorate Norwich’s role in early American history. Speakers noted the Connecticut Society (Sons of the American Revolution / America 250) is donating the trees and plaques; public works will coordinate planting and plaque installation.
Why it matters: Council members framed the monuments as low‑cost cultural investments that promote tourism and community connection during the city’s 250th anniversary observances.
Votes and donations: Council acknowledged a donation from Norwich Public Utilities of the Liberty Pole. The three resolutions were moved, seconded and passed by roll call votes recorded as unanimous.
Next steps: Committee representatives said they will return with a fuller update next month (March 2) and staff will coordinate public works scheduling for planting and plaque installation.
