We took the Leprechaun Express to celebrate St. Patrick's Day weekend from the station in Thomaston…read morewith a destination of Bad Dog Brewing in Torrington. Tasting two different Irish style ales on the train ride, we enjoyed a corned beef and cabbage meal at the brewery. On the way back to Thomaston, we were served fudge from the Nutmeg Fudge Co. The Naugatuck Railroad always provides a fun experience!

We rode on the 90-minute Fall Foliage trip out of Thomaston, the first time we've ridden on the…read moreNaugatuck Railroad in five years. Our experience was good, mostly. We paid extra to ride in the Governor's Coach which was comfortable enough but not as pleasant as the slightly less expensive Naugatuck Lounge Car. We had chair seating but no tables and small windows; the Naugatuck had large windows that opened, chairs with convenient tables and the same comfy chairs. A much better deal. Wish the museum folks had made that clearer. We got free snacks: chips and water. The views were nice but not spectacular; most of the fall colors had faded. We did stop for close to 30 minutes at Fascia Chocolates in Waterbury, which offers tasty if rather expensive chocolates for the large crowds that swarm in when the train stops. Overall we enjoyed ourselves, but we kept feeling just a tad annoyed by our rail coach decisions. We like these trains, and we support the museum, and we're happy to urge others to do the same. But be careful in your planning, like we apparently weren't.

This weekend, I enjoyed a free lunch in a Connecticut castle. You can too. Did you know, Norfolk,…read moreCT has a European Style castle built in the early 1900's? Since 2020, it's been home to the CT Asia Cultural Center. About one weekend a month, the Center and its exhibits are open to the public and free of charge. Many of the exhibits focus on religions such as Christianity, Taoism, Confucianism and Buddhism. The Center has an impressive collection of art, teachings and traditional clothing. Following our tour guided by volunteers who had traveled from around the US, we attended a short program, and they offered a complimentary vegetarian lunch including sushi, a spring roll and dumplings. The rain dampened some activities planned around land-bound dragon boats, but the effort put into the day was impressive. The Center is very cool, and the people who volunteer there were very nice and helpful. 4.5 Stars

This is a gem - interactive exhibition- children's break tables in almost every gallery- very…read morecontemporary exhibition- with both local and international artists Events are very important- from Victorian death jewelry- to art book clubs

Love this museum. Eclectic collection with a hyper local focus on artists and history. The…read morebutton collection is overwhelming but unique. I will be back.

Always have loved the Opera House. Beautiful inside and great performances. Excited they are…read morereopened!

Went to opening of Mama Mia last night and it was absolutely incredible!! One of the best shows I…read morehave ever seen, including Broadway, London etc. etc. Ccasting was exceptional with special focus on Sophie and Donna and the Dynamos. Thanks for an outstanding evening!

The Palace Theater is registered as a National Historic Treasure. It opened on January 28, 1922…read more The Palace Theatre showcases Broadway tours, rock concerts, educational programs, family entertainment, and other events. The theater is beautiful, with crystal chandeliers and gold detailing. On this day, I went to the Palace Theatre to graduate with my second college degree in Early Childhood Education. The graduation was beautiful as it was in this stunning building. I would definitely come back to see a show.

Beautiful, historical theater. We were able to snag metered parking on the street just a block away…read moreduring a matinee show. Beautiful interior and ceilings. I'm not a fan of the doors being open, but the doors to the actual theater remaining closed. The bar/lobby area, while beautiful, is incredibly crowded with nowhere to go, and super long bathroom lines. The show also was starting 30 minutes late but no announcement of that was made. The actual theater itself is beautiful.

East Hartford Community Cultural Center - They get some great community events organized. Music…read moreevents are the best!

"Now when he was a young man, He never thought he'd see…read morePeople stand in line to see the boy king. King Tut" (Steve Martin) You all know his name, and maybe that goofy Steve Martin song, but if you want to know more about King Tutankhamun, you have until October 15 to check out this impressive exhibit at the Hartford Convention Center. He became a King at age 9, and served until his death at age 19. He died in 1323 B.C., and in 1922 a team of British archaelogists discovered his tomb with over 5,000 artifacts and displays of over-the-top opulent wealth. What is the National Geographic Beyond King Tut exhibit? Think of it as a cross between a fantastic museum and an IMax theater. Similar to last year's Van Gogh event, this is an "Immersive Experience" with high quality projectors showing imagery on the walls, floor and ceilings. There are nine galleries to stroll through, and some of them are huge, so the super-sized imagery is jaw droppingly cool. The show started off with a short introductory video, but I didn't care at all for the tour guide's shlocky banter. Pricing is on a two-tiered basis with "Peak" and "Off Peak Pricing". The Peak Pricing levels are Adult (Ages 16+) is $39.99, Child (Ages 5-15) is $28.99, Student/Senior/Military is $34.99, Premium Flex (enter whenever you want to) is $53.99, VIP (enter whenever you want to PLUS an VR Experience at the exit) is $79.99. A Family 4 Pack is a flat $34.99 price per ticket. Off Peak pricing is $10 less for adults and $5 less for kids. Of course, parking is extra, and if you haven't spent enough money, no worries because there's a bar and gift shop at the exhibit.

What an incredible experience this is! I've been obsessed with Egypt since I was 5, and being able…read moreto go into an interactive exhibit like this was like a childhood dream come true. Each room is unique, with historical facts, and always something interesting to see or do. The room with the boat and the projections was just absolutely incredible. I could probably just sit there all day if I could just taking everything in that I possibly could. What an amazing adventure, I want to go back already!