Science Center of Connecticut - West Hartford Science Museum

Full Amenity List

• Wheelchair Accessible
• Restrooms
• Hands-On Interaction

Descriptions from Across the Web

• The Children’s Museum is the largest in the state and the fifth oldest children’s museum in the nation. Hartford Magazine readers have consistently voted it “Best Kid’s Attraction” since the poll’s inception three years ago. The Children’s Museum has flourished in its current Tro... more on Thechildrensmuseumct.org
• Conny, a life-sized replica of a sperm whale, has sat outside our museum for over 30 years. Conny has been a favorite of museum visitors - and passers-by. Here are the facts about Conny the whale, compiled by Jonah Cohen, Outreach and Public Programs Manager at the Children's Museum: * The... more on Thechildrensmuseumct.org
• The Children’s Museum provides rich learning experiences in science and nature to young children. The Children’s Museum includes the Travelers Science Dome at the Gengras Planetarium, Roaring Brook Nature Center, the UTC Wildlife Sanctuary, and the only science-based preschool in Connecticut.... more on Thechildrensmuseumct.org

Directions

Eastern Connecticut: (east of Hartford and the Connecticut River) I-84 West to Exit 43. At end of ramp, turn right onto Park Road. Turn left at the first intersection onto Trout Brook Drive. The Children's Museum is 3/4 of a mile on the right. Western and

Hours

Tuesday - Saturday 10 am - 5 pm. Sunday 12 - 5 pm.

Miscellaneous

• Admission: Children under 2: Free. Ages 2-62: $11.00. Age 63 +: $1.00 discount off the $11.00 fee
• Annual Attendance: 210,197
• Collections: Conny the Whale, Kids��� Corner, Pendulum Staircase, Critter Crossing, Excavation Station, United Technologies Wildlife Sanctuary, Green Gallery, Turtle Town, Travelers Science Dome Lobby, Travelers Science Dome, Idea Zone
• Exhibit Space: 11,630

Other Web Resources

• thechildrensmuseumct.org
• http://www.ctvisit.com
• http://www.visitnewhaven.com