Excellent landmark. There are others must see and/or must visit spots around the area such as parks…read moreand monuments. If you are around the area, it is a must visit landmark in Hartford, CT.

I've always wondered whose statue this was until the other day when me and some of my fave Yelpers…read morewere walking around Hartford and we walked by it. Pretty awesome statue for sure.

The Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Arch is located in Bushnell Park in Hartford, CT. From May to…read moreOctober, Thursdays from 12-1:30, they offer free tours, weather permitting. This beautiful Gothic style brownstone arch was designed by a Hartford architect named George Keller; his ashes and his wife's ashes were buried in the East tower. In 1886, the monument was dedicated to the 4000 citizens from Hartford who served in the Civil War; of those 4000, 400 died. There are scenes on the sculpture from the Civil War, terra cotta angels, and 8 foot statues; these 8 foot statues depict the type of people who served in the war; from farmers, students, freed slaves, etc. There's a bronze plaque honoring the 128 African Americans from Hartford who fought in the war. I saw this arch from afar and up close. It is a magnificent work of art. It's grand and a great symbol to honor the people who fought in the war. It's a historic landmark and I really appreciate the intricate work and history behind it. I highly recommend a visit and can't wait to visit it and go on a tour next time.

Must visit spot in Hartford, Connecticut. What an amazing monument. If you are around the area, if…read morethere is one spot you should visit, it is this arch. Very much enjoyed it. I am glad a monument such as this exists in Hartford, CT.

Holy Mackerel !! I…read morehad no idea that this treasure chest of art, creativity, and history existed. Shame on me for not exploring the Hartford Riverfront earlier. In 2005, Lincoln Financial donated a $500,000 grant to the Greater Hartford Arts Council to design a Sculpture Walk along the Connecticut River in both Hartford and East Hartford. They announced a nationwide competition for accomplished artists around the country and selected 16 works for this permanent public art exhibit representing the life, accomplishments and values of President Abraham Lincoln. I looked at three of the sixteen statues today as part of my wandering around the Riverfront during the Dragon Boat and Asian Festival. Sculpture Three: Lincoln Meets Stowe (Bruno Lucchesi - 2006) This bronze sculpture commemorates the 1862 meeting of Abraham Lincoln and Hartford author Harriet Beecher Stowe. Upon meeting, Lincoln purportedly quipped, "So you're the little lady who started this big war." Sculpture Four: Toward Union Lines (Preston Jackson - 2007) This sculpture represents a young woman walking north toward Union lines. The accompanying plaque describes the plight of "contrabands" or escaped slaves. Sculpture Five: Frontier Life (Neil Goodman - 2008) This sculpture represents Lincoln's Indiana boyhood years living in a log cabin and growing up to be a skilled ax-man and rail splitter. I can't wait to see the other 13 exhibits. Riverfront Recapture offers a walking tour of all sixteen stations and additional artwork on the very impressive Hartford riverfront.

Perfect place for a little jog or fast pace walk during lunch or after dinner as a romantic…read morehistorical journey under the beautiful bridges meant for holding hands and taking selfies. Keep walking until you get to the restaurant on the river and have a quick cocktail.

Fun little spot for a quick stop if you're already in the area. It's a FREE museum of sorts that…read moretouches on Wethersfield history, and had two main exhibits when we were there. First one delves into the broad history of the area, second is a related to the Connecticut State Prison that used to be on the Wethersfield Cove (and is now a park, though most of the buildings are gone). If you're in downtown Wethersfield for a visit or happen to live there and want a brief history lesson, it's worth a stop. Then you can go to one of the great local businesses afterwards! Good quick "Day Activity" bundle deal...? Combo this with a trip to the Cove/CT River so you can see the real thing and compare to the photos here!

My wife and I wanted a simple but historic place to have our wedding and reception....we got both…read moreat the Keeney Center...Jill Fletcher was outstanding in her role as manager of the centers ballroom area. She was very flexible in allowing us access to the hall to get everything set up for the big day. Everyone at our wedding marveled at how beautiful and historic the center was. There was plenty of parking behind the center and its location in Old Wethersfield provided the perfect backdrop. The sound system was excellent and allow us to plug right in and play music. There's a small area to set up a bar and plenty of rooms to get ready in. Jill and her team were outstanding hosts and I highly recommend renting from them for any event you have planned.

The Connecticut State Veterans Memorial is located on a small rectangular block in front of the…read morestate armory where the Connecticut Army National Guard is based. That's a decent location and it is a very nice memorial. A granite colonnade structure with five columns, one for each branch of military service. A semi-circular granite wall with the engraving "honoring those who served" frames the columns. There are a couple of benches and a few parking spaces with limited parking. [Review 15176 overall, 678 of 2021, number 30 in Connecticut.]

Very nice and pretty spot to walk around. There are other landmarks and monuments nearby. If you…read moreare around the area, give this spot a visit. Very much enjoyed it.

I have loved this beautiful town of Old Wethersfield, since I moved to CT 13 years ago. To me, it's…read morelike a smaller scale version of Salem, MA, and when I can't get there in October, I like to come here and check out the Halloween decorations and local businesses. I love that it's a dog friendly neighborhood, and there's always some kind of walking tour happening! My favorite businesses to check out are Main Street Creamery and Heirloom Market.

If you're a history buff and love the New England vibe, you don't want to miss checking this part…read moreof town out. We had to go to the DMV which is in town and we decided to make a day out of it by exploring the area. I was pleasantly surprised because I didn't know what to expect and I'm new to the state. We also stopped by Mikey's playground. Then, on Main St. there are shops, restaurants, museums, and historic houses. There are sidewalks so it is a pedestrian friendly area. I loved looking at the old homes and the plaques stating who lived there and what year it was built. We stopped by the Old Wethersfield Country store and Heirloom Market. It was a chilly and cloudy day, so we didn't explore as long as we wanted to. I can't wait to go back soon especially with the WEATHER getting nicer in WETHERSfield, see what I did there lol.

We arrived just before the closing time of 4. I expected to be turned away, but a woman standing…read moreoutside whom I'd assumed was there to deliver bad news instead enthusiastically started a thorough, enlightening tour. Lots of history packed in this charming house, tied to the broad, rich history of this charming colonial old town.

It's a bridge. It gets me to work. It doesn't collapse. What else can you ask from a bridge!…read more Well, besides the part I drive in, the foot path is an excellent walk on a nice day with the juxtaposition of the city, Constitution Plaza, and the city. Turns out you can ask more from a bridge. This one at least,

With access to Riverfront Plaza, Founders Bridge not only connects East Hartford to Hartford -- but…read morealso links Columbus Boulevard to Constitution Plaza with one of my favorite bridge walkways in CT. Skating, biking, strolling, or running; the pedestrian walkway is perfect for enjoying great views in all directions as you walk into Hartford. When you have some time, park in East Hartford and walk along the river's edge. You'll experience a part of Hartford not many are familiar with!

If you find yourself walking across the outdoor plaza at the Travelers Insurance Company, you may…read morebe so taken by the sculpture of a giant red umbrella, that you might miss this gem of a monument, near the plaza entrance to the building. It commemorates the 1636 arrival of Hartford's earliest settlers, when 100 members of Thomas Hooker's congregation travelled from Cambridge, MA to found what became known as the Connecticut Colony, here in Hartford. You'll see a 6 foot tall and nine feet wide bronze statue on a granite base that depicts one of the families in that arrival -a Puritan family of four and their lamb. You can see the father kneeling in prayer with his head bowed and his hand on a Bible. You can see the mother cradling a baby in her left hand. You'll see a young girl holding a lamb on a rope. It's a great acknowledgement of the state's history, and a reminder of just how old this state is. The inscription on the base reads: THE SAFE ARRIVAL HE WHO BROUGHT US HERE SUSTAINS US STILL There's a plaque on the wall behind the statue that reads: {Qui Transtulit - Seal of Connecticut - Sustinet} In June 1636, about 100 members of Thomas Hooker's congregation arrived safely in this vicinity. With one hundred and sixty cattle, they had followed old Indian trails from the Massachusetts Bay Colony to the Connecticut River to build a new community. Here they established the form of government upon which the present Constitution of the United States is modeled. Their deeply religious principles found expression in the emblem and the motto of the seal which the colony soon adopted. The Seal Of The State of Connecticut still bears the transplanted grapevines and the legend "Qui Transtulit Sustinet". This statue, honoring the spirit of all founders, is dedicated to The Founders Of Hartford. It commemorates the beginning of the second century of service by the Travelers Insurance Companies. April 1, 1964

With every list of data, something has to be first and something has to be last…read more With every list of race finishers, someone has to be the fastest and someone has to be the slowest. And with every list of historical events, (say the settling of a town?), one has to be the earliest and one has to be the latest. Which brings us to the Town of Wethersfield, whose marker proudly states is the "Most Auncient Towne in Connecticut". How ancient? Well would you believe 1634! That's a whole lot of a long time ago... Located on a strip of grass between Town Hall and its parking lot behind the Silas Deane Highway, this is a two-sided marker from the CT Historical Commission in the familiar white lettering on a blue background. The marker has the same text on both sides. The marker dates to 1976 and is in pretty good shape, but is starting to show some slight streaking damage from the elements.