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Address: 60 Gold St, Center Church, Hartford, CT 06103-2993
Explore the resting place of some of Connecticut's earliest residents in this peaceful setting. Some graves date back to the 17th and 18th centuries.
Category: Attractions - Hartford Attractions & Activities
Address: Trinity St, through Memorial Arch, Hartford, CT 06103-1173
Naturally landscaped, this 40-acre park fans out from the State Capitol. Created by the landscape architect who had a hand in designing New York's Central Park, Bushnell Park features 150 species of trees, a 1914 carousel (open May - September), and a large memorial dedicated to the soldiers and sailors of the Civil War. Site of many of Hartford's...
Category: Attractions - Hartford Attractions & Activities
Address: 396 Main St, Hartford, CT 06103-3001
Amazingly, the same family continuously occupied this home, which was built in 1782, until 1971. Three centuries of life on Hartford's Main Street are represented in the art, furnishings, and household items preserved here. There is an extensive collection of American art, East Asian artifacts, antiques, and Victorian era toys.
Category: Attractions - Hartford Attractions & Activities
Address: 60 Gold St, Hartford, CT 06103-2993
Patterned after the Church of St. Martin-in-the-Field in London, this building features five stained glass windows created by Louis Tiffany. The churchyard's Ancient Burying Ground is filled with granite and brownstone tombstones, some dating from the 1600s.
Category: Attractions - Hartford Attractions & Activities
Address: Hartford, CT 06103
This landscaped plaza features views of the river as well as Hartford's impressive architecture. Grab a bite to eat at the on-site restaurant or deli and run a few errands at the several shops located here.
Category: Attractions - Hartford Attractions & Activities
Address: 39 Norwich Westerly Rd, I-95 Exit 92, Ledyard, CT 06339
Visit this world-class casino and play one of the more than 5000 slot machines or pick from the hundreds of tables of blackjack and roulette. Try your hand at poker, bingo, keno or racebook. Stay at one of the three hotels in the resort complex and enjoy the dining, shops and entertainment.
Category: Attractions - Hartford Attractions & Activities
Address: 2299 South St, Coventry, CT 06238
House tours offer fascinating glimpses into Revolutionary War-era life. Artifacts on display include Hale's Bible and his fowling gun. The house hosts a series of Colonial Lifeways programs including a fall Lantern Tour, Colonial camp, historical character dramas, and colonial-themed birthday parties.
Category: Attractions - Hartford Attractions & Activities
Address: 800 Main St, Hartford, CT 06103-2399
Designed in 1796 by noted architect Charles Bullfinch, this house is one of the oldest state houses in the nation. It served as the seat of state government for almost a hundred years until the present Capitol was built. The home has hosted major state and national events, including many visits by dignitaries and celebrities. Oliver Wolcott,...
St. Paul Travelers Insurance Tower
Category: Attractions - Hartford Attractions & Activities
Address: 1 Tower Square, Hartford, CT 06183-6100
This 500-plus foot building is the hallmark of Connecticut's skyline. The roof is pyramid-shaped with a gold-leafed cupola. A must-see for anyone fascinated by buildings and architecture. Tours available by reservation.
Category: Attractions - Hartford Attractions & Activities
Address: 210 Capitol Ave, Hartford, CT 06106-1535
Built in 1879, this marble and granite structure rises above Bushnell Park and is visible throughout the city. The gold-leaf dome reigns over Hartford's architectural scene. It houses the governor's office and legislative chambers and features a display of flags, furnishings, and historic statuary.
