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Connecticut Part
of an early Dutch settlement first explored by Adriaen Block, the area was later
controlled by English colonists throughout much of the 1700's - when Connecticut
would play a crucial role in the American Revolution as the major supplier of
arms and ammunition to the Continental Army.
Today,
along with hundreds of miles of shoreline on Long Island Sound providing opportunities
for fishing, swimming and driving
tours, the central part of the state boasts acres of natural woodlands and
inland lakes.
Cultural and
historical attractions include the Yale
University Art Gallery, and a restored 19th century whaling
community at Mystic
Seaport.
Kid-friendly
Connecticut
Also one of
the top family-friendly attractions in the state, Mystic Seaport
(see above) offers exhibits, hands-on history and entertainment
one sweet package. While here, also don't miss a visit to the
nearby Mystic
Aquarium for more modern maritime adventures.
For other
fun trips back in time, circus fans will also enjoy a stop at
the Barnum
Museum in Bridgeport (celebrating showman P.T. Barnum's 200th
birthday in 2010.)
With toddlers in tow, head south to Norwalk's Stepping Stones Museum for dozens of fun hands-on exhibits so creative that the kids won't even know they're actually learning.
Train enthusiasts might want to travel farther
north visit the Danbury
Railway Museum to learn about the history of trains and a
thrilling ride aboard one of the museum's working locomotives.
Elsewhere
around the state, the Stamford
Museum and Nature Center features a real working farm, related
nature exhibits and planetarium shows, while the kid-friendly
New England Air
Museum in Windsor Locks offers an entertaining timeline of
aircraft history and Open
Cockpit days that puts kids in the flyer's seat (with some
choice photo ops!)
More about
Connecticut travel around the Web:
Connecticut
Bound - Browse
by region, or check out the suggestions for travel itineraries & weekend getaways,
Connecticut for Kids, how to get around, hotels,, maps, pictures. Mystic
Seaport - Perhaps the state's No. 1 tourist spot with facts and information
on the restored 19th century whaling community exhibit with group tour info, related
courses, ticket info, pictures, map & directions, and a guide to hotels, dining
and nearby attractions. Historical
Museums of Connecticut - A History Guide - A virtual field day for history
buffs intent on exploring the state's colonial past with an extensive link list
to museums by county and related info on Connecticut lighthouses, black history,
and tracing your family tree.
Connecticut
Attractions, Roadside America - The weird and offbeat
around the state including the Museum of Natural and Other Curiosities
in Hartford, and the Lock Museum in Terryville.
Connecticut
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