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Academy Hall Museum -- Free!
785 Old Main Street, , CT
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Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum --
258 Main Street, Ridgefield, CT
The Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum serves as not only a viewing place for contemporary art but also a venue where art, education, & culture converge to expand traditional ways of thinking. It's mission is to present innovative, exciting, diverse contemporary art exhibitions. Exhibition opportunities for collaborative, artistic, and curatorial risk taking that respect both artist and audience. |
Amasa Day House --
On the Green, Moodus, CT
The Federal Amasa Day House (1816) is handsomely situated at the edge of a quiet New England village green. It epitomizes the Republican spirit of early Connecticut and the genteel aspirations of its builder, Col. Julius Chapman. The house contains many Day family possessions, and features a remarkable furnished kitchen, original floor and stair stenciling, and a tranquil rural setting. |
American Clock & Watch Museum --
100 Maple Street, Bristol, CT
Step back in time with a visit to the American Clock & Watch Museum in America's great clockmaking town, Bristol, Conn. Hundreds of interesting and beautiful timekeepers will remind you of times past. Discover the finest collection of American manufactured clocks and watches on public display and many foreign ones. Treat your ears as well as your eyes with their ticking, striking and chiming. |
Amistad America --
Long Wharf Pier, New Haven, CT
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Ansonia Nature Center --
10 Deerfield Road, Ansonia, CT
The Ansonia Nature and Recreation Center is a town owned and operated park providing active and passive recreational opportunities where nature oriented education is their focus.
Laced with 2-1/2 miles of nature trails, the land encompasses 104 acres of wooded hills and grassy fields bisected by streams, a two acre pond, wet meadows, and an upland swamp. The site is a wonderful microcosm of a typical Connecticut landscape which provides sanctuary to many species of New England flora and fauna. A butterfly/ hummingbird garden and an award-winning woodland wildflower and fern garden grace the visitor center. |
Antiquarian & Landmarks Society --
225 Main Street, Hartford, CT
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Audubon Center in Greenwich --
613 Riversville Rd., Greenwich, CT
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Austin Organs, Inc. --
156 Woodland Street, Hartford, CT
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Avery's Soda --
520 Corbin Ave., New Britain, CT
In 1904, Avery's Soda opened, making it today one of the oldest soda bottling companies. It began in a small red barn, where it still remains. These days, delivery is still available, soda is still made on the premises and YOU can make your own soda concoctions! Tour the facilities, mix in flavors and send your own bottles onto the coveyor belt, where they are mixed and capped. After your soda is complete, take your personal bottles home and enjoy your creation!
This is not just a factory tour. Spending some time at Avery's Soda is a bit of history, a bit of science and a lot of fun! You can create an all new soda concoction that is original and yummy or gross like green slime, or choose something more traditional like orange. |
The Barnum Museum --
820 Main Street, Bridgeport, CT
The Barnum Museum is committed to the preservation of Bridgeport's history, as well as being an outstanding educational resource for students of all ages. Exhibits include objects that reflect the life and times of P. T. Barnum, Tom Thumb & Jenny Lind; 19th century circus related materials; and period rooms & artifacts that interpret Bridgeport's social, architectural and industrial history. |
Beardsley Zoo --
1875 Noble Avenue, Bridgeport, CT
Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo provides a wonderfully wild experience! Open year-round & exhibiting almost 300 animals representing primarily North & South American species - including several endangered species such as tigers & bears - the Zoo is a great place to spend the day. Come see our South American rainforest with free-flight aviary, then walk thru the prairie dog exhibit with pop-up areas. |
Bellamy-Ferriday House & Garden --
9 Main Street North, Bethlehem, CT
The architecturally distinguished house reflects the hand of influence of Connecticut's renowned 18th century master builder, William Sprats. The grounds, impeccably preserved and maintained, include the Ferriday's spectacular garden and an archival study center that houses extensive manuscripts related to the family's activities during the Civil War and World War II. |
Blue Slope Country Museum --
138 Blue Hill Road, Franklin, CT
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Boothe Memorial Park & Museum --
5774 Main St. Putney, Stratford, CT
32-acre former homestead of the Boothe Family (1663-1949) Gardens, picnic facilities, buildings on National Historic Landmark site. |
The Brick Schoolhouse --
On Merrow Road at the intersection of Goose Lane., Coventry, CT
This school is the center of study and research on what school was like in the early 20th century up through present day schools. |
The Bruce Museum of Arts and Science --
One Museum Drive, Greenwich, CT
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Bushnell Park Carousel --
Bushnell Park, Hartford, CT
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Butler-McCook House & Garden --
396 Main Street, Hartford, CT
Preserved, not recreated, the Butler-McCook House & Garden explores three centuries of life on Main Street in Hartford. Hartford's oldest house, the 1782 homestead also contains Hartford's oldest collection of art, antiques & household items. Its restored Victorian garden is the only surviving domestic commission by pioneer landscape architect Jacob Weidenmann, designer of Hartford's Bushnell Park. |
Buttolph-Williams House --
249 Broad St., Hartford, CT
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The Children's Museum --
950 Trout Brook Drive, West Hartford, CT
The largest children's museum in Connecticut includes a planetarium, the largest wildlife sanctuary in the state, star shows, computer lab, kids corner, turtle town, a huge walk-in kaleidoscope, and various science-related hands-on permanent exhibitions. Traveling exhibits change during the year. A full-size walk-in concrete model of a Sperm Whale -- the state animal -- greets visitors. |
Children's Museum of Southeastern Connecticut --
409 Main Street, Niantic, CT
The Children's Museum of Southeastern Connecticut is an interactive, hands-on, educational opportunity for the children in your life. They engage, encourage, & challenge children up thru Grade 5 in the arts, sciences, safety & health, and culture & history. Visit the Health Discovery Center. Climb into the kids' clubhouse in a literary exhibit: Mythical Beasts, Legends, & Heroes. Critters & more! |
Connecticut Antique Machinery Association (CAMA) --
P.O. Box 425, Kent, CT
Dedicated to the preservation, restoration and demonstration of antique machinery from our rich industrial and agricultural past. Educate yourself about early industrial and agricultural methods. Currently there are eight main areas of focus with exhibits relating to each area. |
Connecticut Audubon Society Coastal Center --
1 Milford Point Rd., Milford, CT
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Connecticut Children's Museum --
22 Wall Street, New Haven, CT
Welcome to this majestic and magical children's building on the corner of Orange and Wall Streets. In the Connecticut Children's Museum there are eight thematic and community-inspired rooms. There are also books to enrich each exhibit and a template of textures and languages to support absolute accessibility. The rich and playful color palette of the museum is complemented by a unique set of murals emerging from the arts community and children's art. |
Connecticut Historical Society --
1 Elizabeth St. @ Asylum Ave., Hartford, CT
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Connecticut River Museum --
67 Main St., Essex, CT
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Connecticut Science Center --
50 Columbus Boulevard, Suite 500, Hartford, CT
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The Connecticut Trolley Museum --
58 North Road, East Windsor, CT
Founded in October 1940, The CT Trolley Museum is the nation's oldest incorporated organization dedicated to the preservation of streetcars & the Trolley Era. Visit the museum and view our impressive collection of trolley cars, interurban cars, electric locomotives, fire engines, motor coaches & many displays & models. Spend an hour or stay the entire day. Ride just one trolley or try a variety! |
CT Historical Society Museum --
One Elizabeth Street, Hartford, CT
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Custom House Maritime Museum -- Free!
150 Bank St., New London, CT
The Custom House Maritime Museum is the oldest continuously operating customhouse in the United States. The Museum brings New London's three century long relationship with the sea to life through both its unique architectural details and its exhibitions: Amistad: Voyage to Freedom; the Jibboom Club; or Commerce & Contraband: Story of the New London Custom House; or Maritime History in the Pages of The Day. |
Danbury Railway Museum --
120 White St., Danbury, CT
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Denison Homestead Museum --
120 Pequotsepos Road, Mystic, CT
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Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center --
109 Pequotsepos Rd., Mystic, CT
The Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center is a combination wildlife sanctuary, visitor attraction & educational facility, featuring exhibits highlighting the habitats & wildlife of Connecticut, as well as eight miles of trails that wind through a beautiful 300-acre wooded preserve. The Center educates visitors of all ages about the unique interrelationships of animals, plants & non-renewable resources. |
Derby Historical Society: General David Humphrey's House --
37 Elm Street, Ansonia, CT
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Deshon-Allyn House -- Free!
613 Williams Street, New London , CT
The Lyman Allyn Art Museum's collection is the most significant art collection in Southeastern Connecticut. It is the only museum in the area to offer a comprehensive collection of European art as well as American fine and decorative art. The permanent collection is comprised of approximately 10,000 objects, a key strength of which is the collection of European works on paper. Not handicapped accessible. |
Dinosaur State Park --
400 West Street, Rocky Hill, CT
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Discovery Museum & Planetarium --
4450 Park Avenue, Bridgeport, CT
From three floors of hands-on science fun to high-definition movies, daily planetarium shows, and first class educational programs, the Discovery Museum and Planetarium is a stop that can't be missed! Home to Connecticut's only Challenger Learning Center, the Discovery Museum and Planetarium offers hands-on learning fun for everyone! |
DNA EpiCenter --
33 Gallows Lane, New London, CT
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Earthplace - The Nature Discovery Center --
10 Woodside Lane, Westport, CT
The mission of Earthplace is to educate about nature & the environment. Visitors can learn about nature by exploring the hands-on exhibits in Natureplace & the Ecology Resource Lab. Get up close to wildlife in the Animal Hall & outdoor Birds of Prey exhibit area. See what plants are found in Connecticut in the Native Plant Courtyard. Take a walk on our 62-acre property on one of the trails. |
Eli Whitney Museum --
915 Whitney Avenue, Hamden, CT
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Flamig Farm --
7 Shingle Mill Rd., W. Simsbury, CT
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Florence Griswold Museum --
96 Lyme St., Old Lyme, CT
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The Garbage Museum -- Free!
1410 Honeyspot Road Extension, Stratford, CT
The Garbage Museum offers visitors an opportunity to view Trash-o-saurus, a dinosaur made from a ton of trash, which is how much an average person throws away in a year! Guests may walk through a giant compost pile, meet resident compost worms and discover how much energy savings is derived from recycling. Watch what happens to recyclables in a “sky-box” view of the tipping and sorting process.
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Glebe House Museum & The Gertrude Jekyll Garden --
Hollow Rd., Woodbury, CT
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The Golden Age Of Trucking Museum --
1101 Southford Rd. Rte. 188, Middlebury, CT
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Green Street Arts Center --
51 Green St., Middletown, CT
The Green Street Arts Center offers a broad spectrum of affordable arts classes, workshops and programming for adults, teens, children and families including: environmental printmaking, African masks & music, tap, jazz & hip hop dance, photography and video storytelling. On weekends, families can enjoy improv comedy, live music and discussion salons hosted by Wesleyan faculty. |
Harriet Beecher Stowe Center --
77 Forest Street, Hartford, CT
The Harriet Beecher Stowe Center gives an intimate glimpse into the life & work of Harriet Beecher Stowe, author of anti-slavery classic Uncle Tom's Cabin. Visitors can take a guided tour of the 19th-century Harriet Beecher Stowe House & adjacent Katherine Seymour Day House, a seasonal Garden tour, Children's Costume tour, or Nook Farm Walking Tour. Don't miss the exhibitions in the Visitor Center! |
Hempsted Houses --
11 Hempstead Street, New London, CT
Joshua Hempsted's home was built in 1678. A diarist and shipbuilder-farmer, Joshua described everyday life in 18th century New London for nearly 50 years, and documented the evolution of his father's 1678 house to nine Hempsted generations. Adjacent is a stone house (1759) built by Joshua's grandson Nathaniel. Family artifacts in both houses recall life in one of New England's leading seaports. |
Henry Whitfield State Museum --
248 Old Whitfield Street, Guilford, CT
Operated by the Connecticut Commission on Culture and Tourism! The oldest house in Connecticut and the oldest stone dwelling in New England (1639), featuring rare 17th to 19th century furnishings, as well as a variety of exhibits, a visitor center, museum shop, research library and landscaped grounds. The Henry Whitfield State Museum is a National Historic Landmark. |
Hill-Stead Museum --
35 Mountain Rd., Farmington, CT
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Historical Ship Nautilus/Submarine Force Museum -- Free!
Naval Submarine Base New London, Groton, CT
The museum documents the development of submarines, from David Bushnell's Turtle constructed in 1776 to the Navy's modern submarines. It is the Navy's official submarine museum. Visitors can tour the NAUTILUS, the first nuclear-powered submarine. |
Imagine Nation Children's Museum --
One Pleasant Street, Bristol, CT
The Imagine Nation Museum is a hands-on, interactive children's museum best suited for ages 2 to 10. They offer a variety of interactive exhibits encouraging exploration & experimentation. These interactives explore the science of sound, air, & motion. Other hands-on exchibits include Kids Zone, ESPN Play Your Way, Imagine That, Dolls of the World, Waterplay, Cyberlab, a greenhouse & a playscape! |
Institute for American Indian Studies --
38 Curtis Rd., Washington, CT
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Isham - Terry House --
211 High St., Hartford, CT
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Kidcity Children's Museum --
119 Washington Street, Middletown, CT
If you are looking for a place where your child can let her imagination run wild, spend a couple of hours at Kidcity in Middletown, CT. There is an apple farm, a sea, a pirate ship, a bakery and a real Volkswagon Beetle to play in. There is room to climb, slide and crawl. |
Lebanon Historical Society Museum --
856 Trumbull Highway, Lebanon, CT
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The Leffingwell House Historic Museum --
348 Washington Street, Norwich, CT
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Litchfield History Museum --
7 South St., Litchfield, CT
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Lock Museum of America --
230 Main St., Terryville, CT
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Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum --
295 West Avenue, Norwalk, CT
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Lutz Childrens Museum --
247 South Main Street, Manchester, CT
The Lutz Children's Museum is not high-tech, they're high touch! This facility is dedicated to providing the most enriching hands-on learning experience available for children. The exhibits excite your child's imagination & tantalize their curiosity in a safe, fun, & nurturing environment. Live animals, hands-on exhibits, classes, collection of artifacts, trips, concerts, special events & more! |
Lyman Allyn Arts Museum --
625 Williams St., New London, CT
Lyman Allyn Art Museum was established in 1926 by Harriet Upson Allyn in memory of her father, Lyman Allyn, as a place for local citizens to learn about art and culture. Housed in a handsome Neo-Classical building, the permanent collection of over 15,000 objects includes paintings, sculpture, drawings, prints, furniture, decorative arts, and American art from the 18th through 20th centuries. |
Maritime Aquarium --
10 North Water Street, Norwalk, CT
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Mark Twain House & Museum --
351 Farmington Avenue, Hartford, CT
Guided tours take visitors through the 19-room Victorian home where Twain lived, wrote "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer" and "Adventures of Huckleberry Finn" among other classics, and raised his family between 1874 and 1891, his most productive period as an author. 33,000 sq. ft. museum center offers a permanent orientation exhibit, museum store, cafe, lecture hall, exhibition gallery, and theater. |
Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center --
110 Pequot Trail, Mashantucket, CT
The world's largest & most comprehensive Native American Museum offers an array of engaging experiences, from life-size walk-through dioramas that transport visitors into the past, to changing exhibits & live performances of contemporary arts and cultures. The museum presents the rich history of the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation, the history of other tribes, and the region's natural history! |
The Mattatuck Museum --
144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT
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Military Museum of Southern New England --
125 Park Ave., Danbury, CT
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Mother Earth Gallery & Mining Co. --
806 Federal Rd., Brookfield, CT
Mother Earth Gallery & Mining Co. sends youngsters digging through a specially-built mine in search of natural treasures. This is an excellent learning experience in the guise of explorative fun. It's a creative adventure for individual miners, a complete birthday package or an educational outing for groups, scouts, camps or others. Find gifts that say you care for the environment. |
Museum of Connecticut History --
231 Capitol Avenue, , CT
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Mystic Aquarium & Institute for Exploration --
55 Coogan Blvd, Mystic, CT
One of the nation's most diverse Aquariums is also home to Dr. Robert Ballard & his team of scientists & explorers with the Institute for Exploration. A visit here will bring you in touch with both the world's only exhibits based on Dr. Ballard's deep sea discoveries, & a world class aquarium filled with a wonderful variety of animals from Beluga Whales to Stellar Sea Lions, African Penguins & more. |
Mystic Seaport: The Museum of America and the Sea --
75 Greenmanville Avenue, Mystic, CT
Mystic Seaport includes a recreated 19th-Century Village, complete with Museum educators who teach you about each building's role in a coastal community; The Waterfront, featuring tall ships and other historic vessels that you can climb aboard and explore; Preservation Shipyard, where you can watch us restore antique vessels using traditional methods and tools; and a diverse selection of formal Exhibits and Galleries, and don't forget Voyages, their signature exhibition.
The Museum also invites visitors to get on the water with a boat rental from our Boathouse, or learn about the stars in the Planetarium. And for the younger visitors they offer a wide variety of opportunities for learning and fun, including a Children's Museum, Discovery Barn and Playscape Area.
Climb aboard today and explore all that Mystic Seaport has to offer! |
Nathan Hale Homestead --
2299 South Street, Coventry, CT
A visit to Hale Homestead is a trip back in time to the early days of our country. Visitors may tour the stately 1776 home of Nathan Hale's family with an experienced guide and view a short video about Nathan Hale. Hands-on activities for children are included in the tour. The picturesque landscape is dotted with historic trees, outbuildings, original stonewalls, and acres of fields and trees. |
Nathan Hale Schoolhouse - East Haddam --
29 Main Street, East Haddam, CT
War hero and speaker of the famous words, "I regret that I have but one life to lose for my country," Nathan Hale taught in this one-room schoolhouse as his first job after graduating from Yale College at the age of 18. He soon took a second job in the bigger city of New London. On September 22, 1776, he became the first American spy killed in action when he was hanged at the young age of 21. |
Nathan Hale Schoolhouse - New London --
35 State Street, New London, CT
CT's state hero, Nathan Hale, taught in the Union School as his 2nd job after graduating from Yale College at 18. Nathan Hale was ahead of his time in New London by teaching girls in this small two story school. A few months after the Battle of Lexington and Concord, he joined George Washington's army. On Sept. 22, 1776, he became the 1st American spy killed in action when he was hanged at 21. |
New Canaan Nature Center --
144 Oenoke Ridge, New Canaan, CT
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New Cannan Historical Society --
13 Oenoke Ridge, New Canaan, CT
The New Canaan Historical Society was founded in 1889 in New Canaan, Connecticut, US, with the mission "to bring together and arrange the historical events of the town of New Canaan, the genealogies of the families who have lived in the town, to form a library and to collect relics and curiosities, to form a museum." You are invited you to visit five historic buildings with seven museums and a library housing modern archives and extensive collections. Come enjoy the preservation of local history dating back to 1713. Buildings include the Old Town house, the pharmacy, Hanford- Silliman House, the rock Schoolhouse, The John Togers Sculpture Studio, The Tool Museum and Print Shop. |
New England Air Museum --
Bradley International Airport, Windsor Locks, CT
The New England Air Museum (owned and operated by the Connecticut Aeronautical Historical Association, Inc.) features three large exhibit hangars along with outside exhibition space with more than 70 aircraft of all types from 1909 to present. On site and in-school educational programs are available. Be sure to check the website for schedule of special events throughout the year! |
New England Carousel Museum --
95 Riverside Ave., Bristol, CT
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New Haven Colony Historical Society --
114 Whitney Ave., New Haven, CT
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Noah Webster House Museum of West Hartford History --
227 South Main, West Hartford, CT
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Norwalk Museum -- Free!
41 North Main Street, South Norwalk, CT
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Old New Gate Prison & Copper Mine --
115 Newgate Road, East Granby, CT
National Historic Landmark operated by the Connecticut Commission on Culture and Tourism. Mining operations began at the Old New-Gate location in 1705. However, mining was not profitable, & in 1773 the Colony of Connecticut began to use the abandoned tunnels as a prison. It was used to house prisoners during the American Revolution, & in 1790 became the state prison. The prison closed in 1827. |
Old Sturbridge Village --
1 Old Sturbridge Village Road, Sturbridge, CT
Old Sturbridge Village is like a little town in the past. You can learn about life from 1790-1840 while wandering through their town. They have a farm, city life, pottery station, mill. |
Osborne Homestead Museum --
500 Hawthorne Avenue, Derby, CT
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Phelps-Hatheway House & Garden --
55 South Main Street, Suffield, CT
There was not a larger or more ostentatious house in 18th century Connecticut than Phelps-Hatheway House! Flamboyant land speculator Oliver Phelps enlarged and embellished his 1761 house to flaunt his increasing wealth and status. The north wing he added in 1794 is an architect-designed masterpiece and the earliest example of Neoclassical design in the Connecticut River Valley. |
Prudence Crandall Museum --
1 South Canterbury Road, Canterbury, CT
Operated by Connecticut Commission on Culture & Tourism! The Prudence Crandall Museum is the site of the first school for African American young women in New England (1833-34). The school was established by Prudence Crandall, State Heroine. The museum has period rooms, permanent and changing exhibits on a variety of topics, in-house research library, and museum shop. |
Putnam Memorial State Park --
492 Black Rock Turnpike, Redding, CT
Putnam Memorial State Park is the oldest state park in Connecticut. Located on the site of the Winter Encampment of General Israel Putnam's Continental troops from December 1778 - May 1779, the park is dedicated to the role they played in the Revolutionary War in helping secure America's independence. LOTS to see here! |
Railroad Museum Of New England --
242 E. Main St., Thomaston, CT
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Roaring Brook Nature Center --
70 Gracey Rd., Canton, CT
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Shore Line Trolley Museum --
17 River St., East Haven, CT
Founded to preserve the unique heritage of the trolley car, the Shore Line Trolley Museum now boasts a collection of nearly 100 vintage vehicles as well as artifacts and documents from the trolley era. A visit to the museum is a multi-sensory voyage into the past, from the moanful growl of the motors, to the smell of the electric arc, to the feel of rattan seats and varnished hardwood detailing. |
Silverman's Farm --
451 Sport Hill Rd., Easton, CT
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Slater Memorial Museum --
108 Crescent Street, Norwich, CT
Along with its splendid casts of the world's greatest scupltures, the Slater Museum today houses the "Art of Five Continents" - North and South America, Europe, Asia, and Africa. Of particular interest are the Vanderpoel Collection of Asian Art, the Paul Zimmerman Collection of African and Oceanic Art, and the Slater's fine collection of American 19th century paintings. |
Sloane-Stanley Museum --
31 Kent Cornwall Road , Kent, CT
Operated by the Connecticut Commission on Culture and Tourism! Museum showcases the collection of early American hand tools and implements assembled by artist and author, Eric Sloane. Examples of his artwork and his re-created artist's studio are also on display. The ruins of Kent Iron Furnace are located on the grounds. |
SoundWaters -- Free!
Cove Island Park, Stamford, CT
The mission of SoundWaters is to educate children and adults about the wonders and beauty of Long Island Sound and its watershed. Through education, SoundWaters provides people with an understanding and awareness of the changes they can make in their lives and communities to restore, protect and preserve Long Island Sound and the Environment. Programs are offered aboard the schooner SoundWaters. |
The Stanley-Whitman House --
37 High Street, Farmington, CT
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Stratford Historical Society --
967 Academy Hill, Stratford, CT
Built circa 1750 by Capt. David Judson on the site of his great-grandfather's 1639 stone house, Judson House is a fine example of Georgian achitecture with its impressive broken scroll pediment entry. It is furnished with period pieces of Stratford origin. The beautiful paneled "west roome" contains an early piano which belonged to William Samuel Johnson, framer of the U.S. Constitution, and the second president of Columbia University.
Adjacent to the Judson House is the modern Catharine Bunnell Mitchell Museum with permanent exhibits of Stratford history and changing gallery exhibits which feature items from the collections of the Stratford Historical Society. |
Strong Porter house --
2382 South Street, Coventry, CT
Five rooms of the house, as well as several outbuildings, including a carpenter shop, carriage sheds, and barn are open to the public. Of special interest is the 19th century privy, recently returned to its original location and accurately restored. |
Tapping Reeve House & Law School --
82 South St., Litchfield, CT
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Timexpo & The Timex Museum --
175 Union St., Waterbury, CT
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Torrington History Museum --
192 Main St., Torrington, CT
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UConn Ecology and Evolutionary Biology Plant Growth Facilities --
75 North Eagleville Rd, Storrs, CT
There are a variety of greenhouses. Each contains plants from a couple of different areas of the world. There are carnivorous plants, including the popular "corpse flower", which is in bloom every few years, as well as many other plants interesting to a future botanist. If you are interested in just poking around, you can pop in during their regular hours, but you may want to call and arrange a tour. |
Vintage Radio & Communications Museum of CT --
115 Pierson Lane, Windsor, CT
The Vintage Radio & Communications Museum of Connecticut is dedicated to the preservation of vintage communications equipment and the education of the public about its history. Come explore the evolution of communication equipment! Among the collections you will find radios, televisions, telephones, telegraphs, test equipment, jukeboxes, and hi-fi equipment. |
Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art --
600 Main Street, Hartford, CT
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War Office --
169 West Town Street, Lebanon, CT
The two-room store & office of Gov. Jonathan Trumbull became the headquarters of the Council of Safety, where members plotted strategy & coordinated supplies during the Revolutionary War. The War Office was visited during the American Revolution by George Washington, Roger Sherman, Samuel Huntington, William Williams, Oliver Wolcott, General Rochambeau, Colonel Lauzun, General LaFayette & others. |
Webb Deane Stevens Museum --
211 Main Street, Wethersfield, CT
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Weir Farm National Historic Site -- Free!
735 Nod Hill Road, Wilton, CT
In the summer of 1882, American Impressionist painter J. Alden Weir left New York for his modest farm among rolling hills in Branchville, Connecticut. Weir transformed his summer retreat into a creative refuge for friends and fellow artists. After Weir, Sculptor Mahonri Young and painter Sperry Andrews followed, and continued a legacy of artistic expression at Weir Farm that still inspires today. |
Wesleyan University, Davison Art Center -- Free!
301 High Street, Middletown, CT
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White Memorial Conservation Center Nature Museum --
80 Whitehall Rd., Litchfield, CT
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William Benton Museum of Art -- Free!
University of CT, Storrs, CT
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Windham Textile & History Museum --
411 Main Street, Willimantic, CT
The Windham Textile & History Museum is dedicated to the preservation of the history & heritage of the American textile industry. The museum focuses on the history of the people who worked and built mill communities in the Windham region during the industrial revolution. The museum preserves two buildings of a mill complex formerly owned by the Willimantic Linen Company. |
Windsor Historical Society --
96 Palisado Avenue, Windsor, CT
The Windsor Historical Society includes a museum complex with changing and permanent exhibits; a hands-on history learning center for families; a research library with Windsor photographs, documents and genealogical materials; an 18th century herb garden; and two historic homes: the Dr. Hezekiah Chaffee House built in 1767 and the John and Sarah Strong House built in 1758. |
Yale Center for British Art -- Free!
1080 Chapel Street, New Haven, CT
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Yale Peabody Museum of Natural History --
170 Whitney Avenue, New Haven , CT
One of the top natural history museums in the western world, the Yale Peabody Museum of Natural History has over 11 million specimens & artifacts ranging from minute marine organisms to birds, mammals, primates, Egyptian mummies & giant dinosaur skeletons. The vertebrate paleontology collection is the 3rd largest in the USA! The Great Hall of Dinosaurs is the highlight of the Yale Peabody Museum! |
Yale University Art Gallery -- Free!
1111 Chapel Street, New Haven, CT
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