- The list below includes 285 free or cheap things to do in or near Glastonbury, Connecticut, including 115 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Horseback Riding, Art Gallery and Libraries.
- From Welles-Turner Memorial Library to Addison Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Glastonbury and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Hartford, West Hartford, Middletown and South Windsor.
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Founded in 1907, Gallery 53 is a visual arts facility that is dedicated to cultural enrichment through programs, exhibits, lectures, and workshops. The gallery has a gift shop that has items made by local artists.
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The beautiful Windsor Dog Park is a third of an acre of sprawling land and includes two play areas, for both large and small breeds. The park allows dogs to run off-leash and features wood chip mulch fenced-in play areas.
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The Northwest Park provides access to 12 miles of trails, a nature center, a Coffee House Concert Series, and a gift shop. Those who wish to host an event may also rent out the site's facilities.
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The Pinchot Sycamore Tree Park leisure park that is home to the Pinchot Sycamore, which is best known for being the largest tree in Connecticut. The park has trees that are estimated to be 200-300 years old.
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Located on the site of the former Columbia Junction Freight Yard, the Connecticut Eastern Railroad Museum showcases historical locomotives and railroad buildings. Visitors can take a guided tour through the museum and kids can operate an 1850's style pump-car.
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Formerly a schoolhouse in the 19th century, this restored building now hosts artifacts that offer visitors a picture of 1830's life. The Living Museum's items include maps, farm and household items, clothes, and photographs.
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The SS&C SummerWind Performing Arts Center is an outdoor center for the performing arts venue that has free parking. The venue provides free admission to children under the age of 17.
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With several historical buildings to visit, Avon Historical Society Museum offers schoolhouses, farm houses, and history rooms for visitors to explore. The museum also hosts Civil War recreation events, such as a medical program and volunteer infantry.
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Noted for the presence an observation tower, museum, and visitor's center, Talcott Mountain State Park is a publicly managed park preserve. The park also features a 1.25 mile hiking trail that winds up the slope to the observation area.
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Situated on 9.4 acres, Sperry Park is a sports complex located between Farmington River and Nod Brook. The park provides three baseball and softball fields, a multipurpose athletic field, picnic tables, a concession stand and bleacher seating.