The ferryman

You sure this is the Mystic Seaport?

Budget cuts in the state of Connecticut have resulted in the closing of the Rocky Hill Ferry. This ferry has been in service since 1655, and is the oldest in the nation. I guess after gold hit a record $1,600. an oz. people couldn't afford the coin for safe passage.

*http://connecticut.cbslocal.com/2011/07/15/governor-dannel-malloy-puts-nations-oldest-ferry-on-chopping-block-in-connecticut-budget-proposal/