The Norwich Arts Council was formed in 1987 to cultivate the region's appreciation, understanding, and enjoyment of the arts by providing affordable cultural enrichment through diverse visual, literary, and performing arts programs and events. In 2010, the name was changed to Norwich Arts Center, Inc. to include all the aspects of the facilities including the Donald L. Oat Theater, Norwich Cinema, Co-op Gallery and Gallery II, venues for musicalperformances, workshops and educational facilities. The first floor of the center is comprised of two galleries, the Norwich Arts Center Co-op Gallery

Performances include concerts, Broadway shows, and family programs. Visit www.livenation.com for more information.

Enjoy a country carriage or sleigh ride on 25 acres of endless wooded trails, with complimentary refreshments served afterwards in our country home. Group rides also available with bonfire. Horse-drawn carriages and wagons for hire, our place or yours. All rides are private and by reservation, and gift certificates are available. We also offer a unique banquet barn and garden setting for weddings and special events. Group rides also available with bonfire. Reservations required.

We believe in the importance of providing hands-on STEAM learning experiences that resonate with children’s natural curiosity and love of learning. We are active advocates for science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM) literacy in Connecticut, and utilize our unique resources and expertise in informal STEAM learning to encourage and provide a pathway for all young learners to become STEAM-empowered and informed decision makers in an increasingly technology-driven world. Our mission is to engage, excite, and educate young learners through experiences and programs that

Celebrating the life of the original "Greatest Showman," Phineas Taylor Barnum, the 1893 historic landmark museum in downtown Bridgeport is a repository for thousands of rare and one-of-a-kind items relating to P. T. Barnum and his famous associates, including Bridgeport native “Gen. Tom Thumb,” Swedish Nightingale Jenny Lind, and Jumbo the elephant. P.T. Barnum’s legacy, the Barnum Institute of Science and History (now the Barnum Museum) is undergoing major restoration, therefore the galleries are currently closed to the public . But if you enjoy unusual architecture, stop by 820 Main Street

The state's only zoo features primarily North and South American animals including several endangered species, a tropical rainforest with free-flight aviary, New England Farmyard, carousel, and café. Spend an hour or the whole day and see more than 300 animals. Learn about the many endangered and threatened species, which include the Amur (Siberian) tiger, Andean condor, Ocelot, Red wolf, Maned wolf, and Golden lion tamarin. See the South American rainforest with a free-flight aviary, then walk through the prairie dog exhibit with "pop-up" viewing areas. Visit the New England Farmyard with

This early 18th-century homestead features Branford historical artifacts, a Colonial herb garden and serves as the home of the Branford Historical Society. The house was constructed with a massive center chimney and a two-over-two room configuration. Constructed of local tulip wood and oyster shell plaster, the house features period furnishings, rotating exhibits along with period herb and flower gardens. Donations accepted.

One of four dairy farms in Connecticut that milk cows, pasteurize and bottle own milk. Self-guided tours. Make ice cream on premises. Guided tours available.

Visit the Noah Webster House & West Hartford Historical Society, a National Historic Landmark! In addition to offering daily self-guided tours Monday-Saturday 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m., the museum also offers a broad range of family and adult programs. Visit our website, noahwebsterhouse.org , to learn more today! Webster's birthplace helps to tell the story of one man's vision and his impact on American culture. Through the promotion of education, laws, human rights, and language, Noah Webster helped to create a national identity for a fledgling nation. Though he accomplished much more during his

Once a magnificent summer estate on Long Island Sound, now offers 42-room Italian mansion (tours available), formal gardens, picnic areas, fine beach for combing and fishing. No swimming.