The beauty of Central Connecticut will inspire any visitor. Literary greats
Mark Twain and Harriet Beecher Stowe both resided in Hartford,
the capital of Connecticut
and the largest city in the area. Mark
Twain House is a gothic mansion open to visitors, and the Harriet
Beecher Stowe Center features her restored home and library. The Science
Center of Connecticut is also found in Hartford and features live animals,
hands-on exhibits and more. Bushnell
Park is known for it's carousel, a restored 1914 ride that welcomes visiting
riders. In West
Hartford, the National
Theatre for the Deaf features productions performed with the aid of American
Sign Language as well as spoken word performances. Architecture fans will also
enjoy a trip to Hatheway
House in Enfield,
one of the largest 18th-century homes in the state. Nature lovers will appreciate
the Harry
Barnes Memorial Nature Center in Bristol.
This 70-acre park of field and forest features nature trails and an interpretive
center.