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Things to do in Hartford - Hartford Attractions

• Soldiers and Sailor Memorial Arch
  Located in Bushnell Park stands the Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Arch (SSMA) designed by George Keller. It was dedicate in 1886 in honor of 4000 soldiers that served from Connecticut. The Arch towers over the street on the way to the States Capitol. Its one thing viewing the Memorial Arch from the street and another venturing inside for a tour. In order to get a good view of Bushnell Park and the surrounding city you must first climb 96 steps to the top.
  
  
• State Capitol
  Opened in 1878, the State's Capitol stands against the beautiful settings of Hartford and Bushnell Park. This Victorian Gothic styled statehouse designed by Richard M. Upjohn represents a National Historic landmark for Hartford. Beautifully embellished with marble and granite from Connecticut and Road Island, this historic monument represents the grandeur of Hartford. Here Governor M. Jodi Rell conducts business from her legislative offices on a daily basis. Tours are also provided year-round from Monday-Friday.
  
  
• Museum Of Connecticut History
  Consisting of Memorial Hall with a magnificently renovated beaux-arts type of gallery and three annexed exhibits, this Museum's permanent home can be found inside the State Library and Supreme Court buildings. Amongst the many exhibits are portraits of all of Connecticut's Governors, historic documents, the 1662 Royal Charter and two of the State's Constitutions. Provided below are links to Connecticut's government, industrial history and military.