Welcome to the Museum of Connecticut History 

At the Museum of Connecticut History, you'll find exhibits that trace the growth of the State and its role in the development of the nation. The Museum focuses on Connecticut's government, industrial and military history.

To learn more about Museum collections & exhibits, follow the links in our "Spotlight on Exhibits". You may also want to check out these special resources related to the Museum, programs and exhibits:

• Connecticut Invents! - a program offered by the Museum's Education Department
• A Connecticut Sampler-a new education program offered by the Museum's Education Department
• Scavenger Hunt
• Fun Facts about the Museum
• Museum of Connecticut History Brochure
• Colt Firearms Research Resources (Finding Aid)
• Patents database (Search Connecticut patents from 1800 to 1900)

The Museum of Connecticut History is a part of the Connecticut State Library.

Connecticut Invents Blog:

Hot Dog Connecticut! Happy National Chili Dog Day everyone! Yes, it is another obscure holiday, but hey, who amongst us hasn’t scarfed down a few chili dogs in his or her day. (And if you haven’t, well, I feel sorry for you…) And of course there are a couple Connecticut inventions related to hot dogs that I think […]

Happy Birthday to the Hamburger! On this date in 1900 Louis Lassen served up the first burger at his luncheonette in New Haven. So Happy Birthday Mr. Burger and thank you Louis for your creative use of beef!! Louis’ Lunch is a must see for all interested in Connecticut or food history.  Other great burger spots in CT include Harry’s […]

Happy National Rat Catchers Day! In honor of National Rat Catchers Day, I point you to an older  post from this blog about CT invented mouse traps @ http://ow.ly/2fa8r