Road Trip Close to Home with News12: 2nd Edition
Here's a look at all the great spots to hit from this week's episode of Road Trip Close to Home.
Lucky Orphans Horse Rescue
Center for Jewish History - 15 W. 16th St. | New York, NY 10011
An exact replica of the Anne Frank House is set to open Monday in New York City, coinciding with Holocaust Remembrance Day.
Anne’s diary, translated into 70 languages and with over 30 million copies sold, serves as a powerful testament to the Holocaust.
Beyond the secret door concealed behind a bookcase, visitors will find two tiny bedrooms, including the desk where Anne wrote about life in the cramped Amsterdam attic while hiding from the Nazis. Even those who have toured the original house will gain new insights into her story at this exhibit.
2699 NY-22 #334 | Dover Plains, NY 12522
Spanning more than 40 acres in Dover Plains, the nonprofit Lucky Orphans Horse Rescue is a place of strength and healing.
Home to 50 horses rescued from neglect and abuse, the sanctuary provides lifelong care for animals with unique needs.
"We welcome the horses that are missing eyes, the ones with broken legs—we welcome the broken horses," said Executive Director Deanna Hearn. "We're unique in that we're a sanctuary; we don’t adopt them out."
Visitors can book a tour for a behind-the-scenes look at the stables, where they'll meet the horses and learn about the daily care, programs, and dedication that keep the sanctuary running.
515 West Ave. | Norwalk, CT 06850
Kicksmith Studio on West Avenue offers classes and private events where professionals help guide artists on a journey to designing their own custom pair of sneakers.
The studio welcomes artists of all ages and encourages guests to bring any type of footwear, not just sneakers.
White Memorial Conservation Center
Winter is the ideal time to embark on an ice adventure and explore the history of ice harvesting.
Litchfield was once home to one of the largest icehouses in southern New England.
This week, naturalist Mark Fowler joins News 12 photojournalist Lori Golias on the ice with researcher James Fischer to explore the ice harvesting industry, including a live demonstration of cutting ice blocks.
Experience the one-of-a-kind Murder Mystery Cocktail Tour in New Haven.
Inspired by a murder set in the Victorian Era, this immersive tour guides you through some of the city's oldest establishments.
For 15 years, Colin Caplan has been sharing his passion for local food, history, and lore. His Taste of New Haven pizza tours have become a favorite among foodies, and now, his latest adventure delves into the darker side of the Elm City.
