Connecticut's Old State House
 
 
 
 
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At Connecticut's Old State House, you'll find many unique exhibits, historic rooms and over 22,000 square feet for people of all ages to explore. Here are some of the ways you can customize your Old State House experience:

  • Guided and self-guided tours - whichever you choose, our friendly staff is here to help!

  • Hands-on activity areas - for kids of all ages

  • Activity backpacks - take the "hands-on" with you as you tour the museum

  • Conversation spots - comfy chairs and a historic backdrop make the perfect setting to discover, debate and discuss

Hours:


10 a.m. – 5 p.m. (last ticket sold at 4 p.m.)

Regular Schedule (following Columbus Day weekend to July 4th holiday):
Open Monday - Friday

Summer Schedule (following July 4th holiday through Columbus Day weekend):
Open Tuesday - Saturday

*School Groups and Tour Groups can reserve programs on Mondays by calling
860-522-6766.


Closed on the Following Holidays:
  • New Year's Day
  • Martin Luther King Day
  • Lincoln's Birthday
  • President's Day
  • Good Friday
  • Independence Day
  • Memorial Day
  • Labor Day
  • Columbus Day
  • Veteran's Day
  • Thanksgiving Day
  • Christmas Day
Check our Calendar of Events for special Saturday or holiday openings, or other schedule changes.

General Public Admission
Adults     $6
Children (6 - 17)
AAA Members (with card)
Seniors (65 and over)		     $3
Children (5 and under)
Old State House Association/CHS Members
Active U.S. Military Members (with military ID)
U.S. Military Veterans (with VA card)		     FREE
School and Home - School Groups click here
Adult Group Admission: $50 up to 10 people; $5 for each additional person

Admission rates are subject to change


Inclement Weather:


In case of inclement weather, check the following sources for closing or delayed opening information:

Radio:     WTIC 96.6 FM
              WDRC 1360 AM
              WDRC 102.9 FM

TV:          WFSB - 3
               NBC 30
               News Channel 8

Online:     www.wfsb.com
               www.nbcconnecticut.com
               www.wtnh.com


Old State House Smoking Policy:

For the health and safety of our visitors and collections, Connecticut's Old State House, as well as its stairs and porticos, are tobacco-free. Smoking is permitted in a designated outdoor area, equipped with a receptacle for the proper disposal of ashes and other refuse associated with the use of tobacco products.

The designated smoking area is located outside the fence on the Central Row side of the Old State House, just west of the gate.

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