What is Mystic?
Q: What is Mystic?
A: Mystic is a village and census-designated place in Connecticut, USA.
Q: Does Mystic have its own independent government?
A: No, Mystic does not have its own independent government because it is not a municipality in Connecticut.
Q: What was Mystic's historical significance?
A: Mystic was a leading seaport of the area historically.
Q: What is the Mystic Seaport?
A: The Mystic Seaport is the nation's largest maritime museum that has preserved a number of sailing ships, such as the whaling ship Charles W. Morgan and tells the story of Mystic's nautical background.
Q: Where is Mystic located?
A: Mystic is located in the towns of Groton and Stonington, Connecticut, and situated on the Mystic River that flows into Long Island Sound.
Q: What is the Mystic River Bascule Bridge?
A: The Mystic River Bascule Bridge is a bridge that crosses the Mystic River in the center of the village.
Q: What is the origin of Mystic's name?
A: According to the Mystic River Historical Society, the name "Mystic" comes from the Pequot words "missi-tuk," which describes a large river whose waters are driven into waves by tides or wind.
