- TripBuzz found 312 things to do with kids in or near Hamden, Connecticut, including 297 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like New Haven, Stratford, Bridgeport and Bristol.
- From Giant Valley Polo Farm to Johnson's Duckpin Lanes, the Hamden area offers 114 different types of family activities, including: National & State Parks, Bowling, History Museums and Walking Trails.
- Full of New England Charm is the city of Hamden. Visitors and locals alike find the quaint town friendly and unique, while CNN Money named Hamden one of the nations 'Best Small Cities' in 2012. The colorful changing foliage makes the city a great place to visit any time of year, as do the various museums and parks open year round.
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Built in 1780, the Charles Ives Birthplace Museum is a historic wooden home located in Danbury. Located on seven acres of land, the home stands to preserve the history of the Ives' family and the city's history.
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Hartford's Elizabeth Park is a free park with luxurious formal gardens maintained by volunteers. Parking is also free. Elizabeth Park is open to leashed dogs, and owners must clean up after pets.
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Connecticut's Danbury Museum & Historical Society is dedicated to the preservation of the region's history and culture. The Society offers internships and maintains a gift shop on the museum grounds.
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The Long Ridge Library has been serving patrons since 1916. The library collections include both new works and historical local biographies, books and materials donated by prominent local authors and artists. Frequent events include children's storytime and holiday parties.
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43 Main Street, Danbury, CT 6810
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Visitors can view a variety of historical sites, artifacts, and exhibits related to the history of Danbury at Danbury Scott-Fanton Museum & Historical Socty Inc. The museum offers guided tours through the preserved historic buildings like the Marian Anderson Studio.
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Spend some time outdoors at J.B. Williams Park. Facilities include a softball field, hiking trails and a playground. A pavilion, which includes a refrigerator, stove, sink and serving center, is available for rental.
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An equestrian facility located on 30 acres of land, GMC Farm offers a variety of horse-related services. The facility cares for boarded horses, particularly older and retired ones, and offers riding lessons and guided trail rides.
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Harriet Beecher Stowe Center
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77 Forest St., Hartford, CT 06105
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Located in Hartford, the Harriet Beecher Stowe Center is devoted to eliminating racism following the inspirational example of novelist Harriet Beecher Stowe. Stowe's seminal novel, 'Uncle Tom's Cabin,' played an influential role in the abolition of American slavery. The Center seeks to continue this tradition.
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Rail fans flock to the Danbury Railway Museum in Danbury, Connecticut. It contains one of the country's largest collections of vintage train cars, engines and paraphenalia. The museum also offers train rides and has a large gift boutique.
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Located in Danbury, Connecticut, the Tarrywile Park & Mansion is a gorgeous park and a coveted event venue. The property contains an assortment of hiking trails, scenic overlooks and ponds.