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Beat the Heat and Have a Whirlin’ Good Time at the Carousel Museum in Connecticut

Looking for a summer indoor outing that the whole family will enjoy? Take a nostalgic visit to The Carousel Museum in Bristol, Connecticut.

by Kim Falchek
on Jul 29
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Your Kids Will Have A Blast At This Children’s Museum In Connecticut Made Just For Them

by Lisa Sammons
on Jan 17
Colorful sign for Lutz Children's Museum with handprints, surrounded by trees and a wooden play structure.
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Most Connecticut Residents Have Never Heard Of This Fascinating Museum And Iron Furnace

by Lisa Sammons
on Jul 15
A grassy area with trees, a stone structure, and a small building under a partly cloudy sky.
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The Oldest Building In Connecticut Has Been Standing Since 1639

by Lisa Sammons
on Jun 11
A historic stone building with a sloped roof, featuring multiple windows and surrounded by trees and grass.
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There’s A Cartoon Character Museum In Connecticut And It’s Full Of Fascinating Artifacts And Toys

by Lisa Sammons
on Jan 26
Exterior of the Barker Character, Comic & Cartoon Museum, featuring colorful character cutouts and a well-maintained lawn.

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Few People Know The History Of The Iconic Bush-Holley House In Connecticut

The Bush-Holley House in Greenwich, Connecticut, is a historic home and museum with a rich history as a family home and an art colony.

by Lisa Sammons
on Jan 10
A scenic view of a green lawn with blooming flowers and historic houses under a blue sky with fluffy clouds.
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Ogle The Mark Twain House Decked To The Nines On This Holiday Home Tour In Connecticut

The Mark Twain House and Museum in Hartford, Connecticut, is a must-visit during the holiday season for its festive decor and historical significance.

by Lisa Sammons
on Dec 2
A historic red mansion at sunset, surrounded by trees and a grassy area, with a covered porch in the foreground.
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It’s Bizarre To Think That Connecticut Is Home To The World’s Largest Collection Of Artifacts From Ireland’s Great Hunger, But It’s True

The Great Hunger Museum, which houses the world's largest collection of art and artifacts from Ireland's Great Famine, is moving from Hamden to Fairfield and will reopen soon.

by Lisa Sammons
on Nov 4
A whale skeleton displayed in a museum, with a stained glass window and artwork visible in the background.
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This Children’s Museum In Connecticut Is The Stuff Of Childhood Dreams

by Lisa Sammons
on Sep 7
Two buildings side by side on a street, featuring colorful murals and large windows, under a clear blue sky.
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You Can Walk Through A Life-Sized Sperm Whale At This Kid-Friendly Museum In Connecticut

The Children’s Museum in West Hartford, Connecticut, offers interactive exhibits, live animals, and a life-sized sperm whale playscape.

by Lisa Sammons
on Jul 22
A large, black whale sculpture displayed outdoors, with grass and trees in the background.
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This Connecticut Museum Is Thought To Be One Of The Most Haunted Places In The Country

The Bruce Museum in Greenwich, Connecticut, is known for its art and history exhibits and is also reputed to be haunted by the spirits of two lovers.

by Lisa Sammons
on Mar 15
People entering the Bruce Museum, surrounded by trees and autumn foliage, with steps leading up to the entrance.
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The Incredibly Unique Museum That’s Right Here In Connecticut

The Vintage Radio and Communications Museum of Connecticut offers an engaging and interactive experience with a wide range of communication devices.

by Lisa Sammons
on Jan 25
Sign for the Vintage Radio and Communications Museum of Connecticut, with a brick building and greenery in the background.
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Most People Have No Idea The Unique American Clock And Watch Museum In Connecticut Exists

The American Clock and Watch Museum in Bristol, Connecticut, offers a unique and fascinating collection of American-made clocks and watches.

by Lisa Sammons
on Jan 10
Aerial view of the American Quack Doctor Museum, featuring a white building with a sloped roof and surrounding greenery.
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This Lighthouse In Connecticut Is Now A Museum And You’ll Want To Visit

Connecticut has 14 active lighthouses, including the historic Stonington Harbor Light, now a museum showcasing the state's nautical history.

by Lisa Sammons
on Nov 12
A stone lighthouse with a glass lantern room, surrounded by greenery and near a body of water under a blue sky.
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These Trolley Rides In Connecticut Are Scenic And Fun For The Whole Family

The Connecticut Trolley Museum in East Windsor offers educational and fun trolley rides and exhibits for families year-round.

by Lisa Sammons
on Oct 12
A yellow tram approaches North Road Station, with a sign for Track 1 and greenery in the background.