Lighthouse Point Park Reopens After Storm Damage Closes Historic Carousel Building
Lighthouse Point Park in New Haven is set to reopen Friday at 7 a.m. after being closed for over a month due to storm damage that caused trees to fall and heavily damaged the historic carousel building. Extensive cleanup efforts…
Hartford & New Haven, CT, September 16, 2026 — Lighthouse Point Park in New Haven is scheduled to reopen its gates on Friday at 7 a.m. The popular public space has been closed for over a month following significant storm damage.
The closure was necessitated by severe weather that caused numerous trees to fall within the park. Additionally, the historic carousel building sustained heavy damage during the storms.
Extensive cleanup and repair operations have since been conducted. Park officials have confirmed that these efforts are complete, rendering the park safe for the public to once again enjoy.
The duration of the park’s closure extended beyond a month, impacting local residents and visitors who frequent the popular New Haven destination.
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