- TripBuzz found 325 things to do with kids in or near Hartford, Connecticut, including 302 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like West Hartford, Springfield, Bristol and Middletown.
- From Launch Trampoline Park to Elizabeth Park, the Hartford area offers 112 different types of family activities, including: Movie Theaters, Theaters, Parks and Historic Buildings.
- Hartford, the capital city of Connecticut, is the largest non-coastal city in the state, fourth largest overall. The cities neighborhoods are diverse and all encompass a historical presence. The world's largest colonial revival building houses some of the cities main business offices and visitors enjoy viewing the areas annual parades, such as the Greater Hartford West Indian Parade and the Connecticut Veterans Parade.
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Dr. Seuss National Memorial Sculpture Garden was built in the honor of the famous illustrator and author, Theodor Seuss Geisel, better known as Dr. Seuss. The garden features multiple statues of Dr. Seuss's characters such as the Lorax, the Grinch, Yertle the Turtle and more.
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A large museum dedicated to local and state history and culture, the Connecticut Valley Historical Museum features a variety of collections. One notable exhibit is of Indian motorcycles, a brand founded in Connecticut.
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The Paramount Theater is a large, historic, theater space. The venue, which was built in 1926, has undergone several name changes in its history, including the Julian Sanderson Theater and The Hippodrome.
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The Dr. Seuss National Memorial Sculpture Garden is a collection of bronze Doctor Seuss related sculptures created by Sculptor Lark Grey Dimond-Cates. Among the various sculptures are Dr. Seuss and the Cat in the Hat, Horton Court, and The Storyteller.
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Established in 1746, the Day House is a brick salt-box style house that is managed by the Ramapogue Historical Society. The house includes original artifacts from the 1900s such as the High Boy and the Writing Desk.
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Catch an off-Broadway musical or comedy show at City Stage. Other entertainment options offered vary, including everything from magic shows to educational series. Theatre rental space is available for group events.
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Springfield Science Museum, initially known as the Springfield Ethnological and Natural History Museum, houses a range of natural and physical science exhibits coupled with scientific and astronomical displays. The oldest American-built planetarium is also a part of the museum.
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At Rathbun Free Memorial Library, visitors can peruse a wide selection of books, DVDs, and other literary resources. The library hosts community events like book clubs, technology workshops, and more.
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Run by The Connecticut Society of the Sons of the American Revolution, Natahan Hale Schoolhouse is a former schoolhouse from the mid 1700s. The teacher of this school was Nathan Hale, who was hung by the British in 1776.
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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.