For a small town, Concord has a big history. From the “shot heard round the world” to the writers of the American literary renaissance, things have happened here, words have been spoken here, and books have been written here which changed the face of a nation. And nowhere is that important heritage captured more dramatically than at the... Learn More >

We are one of the hidden gems in eastern Connecticut. We are open every weekend from may to the end of October from 10AM to 4PM. We offer historical tours, train rides, pump car rides, turn our 'Armstrong' turntable. Enjoy opening day (first weekend in may) when we open with Metal Fest. Local blacksmiths visit and demonstrate their skills, enjoy... Learn More >

A private, nonprofit, educational organization established in 1825, the Connecticut Historical Society is the state’s official historical society and one of the oldest in the nation. Located at One Elizabeth Street in Hartford, the CHS houses a museum, library, and the Edgar F. Waterman Research Center that are open to the public and funded by... Learn More >

Discover the exciting history and spectacular environment of New England’s Great River at the Connecticut River Museum, located in beautiful Essex, CT. Bring your family and explore the exhibits! Climb aboard a replica of the Turtle submarine and find out what it was like to be a submarine pilot during the American Revolution. Walk all 410... Learn More >

We have two large buildings in Northwest Park. Our refurbished tobacco shed (a barn modified for tobacco drying) houses large antique farm equipment. In the archive you will find a library, and an art gallery. The Connecticut Valley Tobacco Historical Society was formed in 1987 to help preserve historical evidence of the cigar tobacco... Learn More >

A National Historic Landmark, Connecticut’s Old State House was once a capitol building where citizens and all three branches of government debated matters of national importance for over 80 years. Now serving as one of the Constitution State’s most historically significant museums, the tradition of civil discourse is carried on through... Learn More >

Cooper-Frost-Austin House is clearly documented as the oldest dwelling still standing in the city of Cambridge. The house was owned by one family for more than 250 years. Built by Samuel Cooper in 1681, the house is one of the earliest examples of an integral lean-to "half house" consisting of a "low room," "little room," "kitchin," "Chamber,"... Learn More >

Explore the fascinating world of paper, from fine stationery to secrets about the most famous of Crane’s papers, United States currency. • Learn how currency paper is made • Make your own paper • Discover the secrets of anti-counterfeiting technology • Enjoy hands-on activities for all ages • Visit our shop for discount retail... Learn More >

If you think that the Culinary Arts Museum is a museum just for food historians, or for chefs, or for your grandparents, then keep reading! The Culinary Arts Museum is a museum for anyone who eats. Yes, we do have antique pots and pans, stoves and appliances, but we also have so much more: Come to the Country Fair and play a quick round of skee... Learn More >

The Currier Museum of Art is home to an internationally respected collection of European and American paintings, decorative arts, photographs and sculpture, including works by Picasso, Matisse, Monet and O'Keeffe. Visitors of all ages can enjoy the engaging exhibitions, dynamic programs ranging from art-making and lectures to music, the Museum... Learn More >