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    We had our son's birthday party here. We couldn't be happier with their service. It's a great place for kids and they all had fun.

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    The Shore Line Trolley Museum

    The Shore Line Trolley Museum

    (36 reviews)

    "Someday I will be in California Go to places movie stars…read morehave been Hollywood and trolley cars and oranges And palm trees bending in the wind" (Chuck Berry) Want to do something different and kind of cool? Take a ride into the past at the Shore Line Trolley Museum. Your adventure begins in the middle of a residential neighborhood at the Sprague Visitor's Center- it's the ticketing office, museum and gift shop. But the real adventure begins just outside the Center's front door where you see a set of train tracks. Hop aboard a 103-year-old trolley car and take a 1.5-mile scenic ride through a salt marsh, past the sandstone quarries, cross over from East Haven into Branford, see a few osprey nests, and spend a half hour or so at the trolley barn for a lesson on the museum's collection of street railway vehicles. There are nearly 100 vintage transit vehicles on site. Our tour guide was a delightful fellow named J. Calvin, and he was a wealth of knowledge as he spoke about the history of public transport, the difference between trolley cars, street cars, and cable cars. We stopped at about a dozen vehicles for a briefing including a horse drawn car and a mail car. We also saw a very chilling exhibit - a NYC subway car that was trapped under a pile of rubble in a tunnel connected to the World Trade Center on September 11, 2001. It was in perfect condition and after excavation was sent to Shoreline. I have to give another shoutout to our tour guide who did a great job interacting with the children in our group and made one little boy's day when he asked him to push a button on a pole, to engage the flashing lights, clanging bells and gate for a train crossing.

    The Shoreline trolley Museum in East Haven has so many authentic artifacts from the museum exhibits…read moreright down to the actual conductor of the trolley. Connecticut has a rich history of using trolleys across the state up until 1948. The cars have been refurbished to the identical, original specifications. For history lovers, there is a wealth of information in every corner of the museum. The museum was founded to preserve the unique heritage of the trolley car. They currently have a collection of nearly 100 vintage vehicles as well as artifacts and documents from the trolley era. The Connecticut Company New Haven Line trolley system covered 256 miles of track within the City until 1948 and over 700 miles of track throughout the State of Connecticut. During the actual trolley ride, the conductor explains in great detail all of the aspects of the trolley car. The scenery in autumn is breathtaking. For admission to the museum and the trolley ride , you also receive a phenomenal pumpkin and apple of your choice. This is truly a Connecticut gem for both adults and children!

    Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center

    Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center

    (9 reviews)

    My friend and I spontaneously stopped in right as the museum opened (10am everyday). We were…read moreimmediately greeted by two separate staff who were very welcoming. They let us know about the layout and the special exhibit. The admission is free. The current World War I exhibit, I felt, was very small and sparse. My friend, a war history buff, said while it was small, it was well sized and even had some artifacts he had never seen in person before, so kudos to the curators for that. There's a huge hall for the permanent exhibit about Knights of Columbus itself: lots of photos and a timeline of key events. It was tough for me to get engrossed in this material since I tend to like more artifacts, but for those interested in its history, this exhibit is a must.

    What a wonderful experience this museum is FOR ANYONE TO VISIT. Even though the Knights of Columbus…read moreis a Catholic Fraternal Organization, there is a ton of history originating in Waterbury and New Haven about the Knights of Columbus and our founder, the Venerable Michael J. McGivney. Born and raised in Waterbury, Venerable Michael McGivney founded the Knights of Columbus at the lower level of St Mary's Church. The history is explained thoroughly throughout this museum, along with a different exhibits. For example, the current exhibit is of how the Knights of Columbus served during WWI. Very interesting history for any historian. There are exhibits throughout the Museum including all the US States and those of the Global Councils, since the Knights of Columbus is a Global organization. The museum is free with lower level parking for free. However, please consider donating in the drop boxes or the lovely gift shop. All sales from the gift shop go back to the museum. Certainly a stop worth visiting for sure!

    Yale Center for British Art

    Yale Center for British Art

    (65 reviews)

    We had a little trouble finding this museum since signage was lacking on the front of the building…read more We went on a weekday and this museum was pretty empty. Free admittance and free lockers are provided in the basement for our big purses, coats, and water bottles. We took their recommendation and started at the top on the 4th floor and made our way down. There are a lot of paintings so it took us awhile and we ran out of time. The museum closes at 5pm and we were only there for 90 mins.

    WOW. As a bit of an architecture nerd, I made a point to visit the Yale Center for British Art when…read moreI was in New Haven a week or so ago, and I'm so glad I did. The museum was designed by Louis Kahn, and the building is incredible. It's built around two interior courtyards and has a spiral staircase hidden inside a concrete cylinder. Its design includes travertine, white oak, and concrete. As with his other museum that I love (the Kimbell in Fort Worth), the lighting is incredible (the skylights are designed in such a way as to allow in the most possible light, but diffused to protect the art). I knew when we walked in that we didn't have long in the museum, so I asked a docent for the architectural highlights, and he was kind enough to steer us to the most special aspects and rooms of the building's design. But so you don't think the museum is just an empty building, I should mention the art!! Their permanent collection is interesting - the largest and most comprehensive collection of British art outside the UK. When we visited, the museum also had some interesting temporary exhibits: "Tracey Emin: I Loved You Until the Morning" and "J. M. W. Turner: Romance and Reality." It's a really beautiful museum - both the architecture and the art. I'd love to return when I have more time - to really enjoy the collection and not just the architecture next time! What a museum!

    Long Island Science Center

    Long Island Science Center

    (9 reviews)

    Really cute place in the tanger outlets! I took my nephew and daughter on a Sunday and it was a…read moresteady crowd. The two associates at the front were super helpful and patient as well, you had to sign up for a waiting list for the virtual reality and they made sure everybody got a chance. My nephew is autistic and they were really patient with him which I appreciated. The reason for the 4 star review is the fact that it was expensive for three of us and not a lot of exhibits. It was hands one which I loved but the main reason we went there was for the drones and they were broken when we got there. I am hoping to go back when the drones are available but for the price, not sure yet. The kids had a really nice time though.

    Fantastic science/STEM activities for kids. We spent 2-3 hours in the space with our 3 year old and…read morehad a blast. The magnetic wall and the car activities were great, flying the drone was so much fun (well, more like crashing it). Blocks, building of structures, coloring and some electric circuit building activities were available. Ages range - our 3 year old loved it. Some older kids were into the VR and 3D printer pens, and other activities. The price is good - 15 for all day of adventures was reasonable. The space was smallish but airy and bright and clean. There were no bathrooms on the premises but there is one outside behind the stores. It's rather inconvenient when kids are playing and don't want to stop. Overall, we loved the space and would go back again.

    Eli Whitney Museum and Workshop - childrensmuseums - Updated May 2026

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