- The list below includes 314 free or cheap things to do in or near Hartford, Connecticut, including 114 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Music Venue, Art Museum and Parks.
- From Elizabeth Park to Bushnell Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Hartford and in nearby cities within 25 miles like West Hartford, Springfield, Simsbury and South Windsor.
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From sculpture to paintings, Schantz Galleries showcases artists that work with glass as their medium. The gallery is two stories and features a large collection of local and international glass work.
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Bridgeport, Connecticut is home to the Barnum Museum, an eclectic institution honoring the life and work of circus magnate and celebrated prankster P.T. Barnum. The museum has an extensive collection of Barnum's property and is also notable for its unusual combination of Islamic, Gothic, Byzantine and Romanesqu…
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125 Park Ave., Danbury, CT 06810
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Dedicated to honoring the American Armed Forces and preserving the nation's military history, the Military Museum of Southern New England is located in Danbury, Connecticut. It is an essential attraction for history buffs and military enthusiasts.
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A part of the local community college, Housatonic Museum of Art features a wide collection of works from both traditional and modern artisans. Open to the community, exhibits are changed frequently and are often used in classroom education.
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Stratford, Connecticut is home to the Lordship Seawall, a rustic barrier made from bolders, rocks and cement. The Seawall is a popular place to stroll and picnic, and there are many bars and restaurants located nearby. It is open throughout the year.
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Long Beach is a little over one mile in length and is one of the longest barrier beaches in Connecticut. It is also home to many species of shorebirds and waterfowl.
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Formerly the summer retreat of the Choate family, Naumkeag is an old country estate which comprises of a preserved shingle-styled family home, numerous gardens, fountain pools and more, which are open for public viewing.
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Shunpike Dairy continues the, almost lost, tradition of dairy farming. They offer patrons an opportunity to learn the art of dairy farming, meet the cows and other farm animals, experience life on a farm, or just buy raw milk.
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Nature enthusiasts, hikers and wildlife photographers enjoy visiting the October Mountain State Forest in Lee, Massachusetts. This state-managed forest is free to enter and is open from sunrise to sunset. Campsites must be reserved for a small fee.
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234 Carpenter Street, Greenport, NY 11944
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Greenport Harbor Brewing Co. is a small craft brewery that focuses on providing beer made with a base of the common hop. The brewery sells roughly 14 specific beers and has an on-site tasting room.