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Connecticut Invents Blog:

Connecticut Patent of the Day: Neither Rain nor Sleet nor Snow….
The sad news from yesterday here in Connecticut was the announcement of the passing of a true weather and broadcasting legend. Dr. Mel Goldstein, meteorologist, lost his battle with cancer at the too young age of 66. There are a … Continue reading →
Connecticut Product of the Day: Radio Rex!
Usually I deal with Connecticut patents on this blog. Today is different, for I have discovered one of the coolest toys ever made in Connecticut. While it was patented in New York, it was made right here in the Nutmeg … Continue reading →
Connecticut Patent of the Day: Pucker Up
For all you ladies out there as you put on your holiday best: Here’s a couple patents, both assigned to the Scovill Manufacturing Company of Waterbury. Both lipstick holders, which to my eye, look strangely like bullet casings……..maybe that’s just … Continue reading →

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The Museum is part of the Connecticut State Library.
Admission is free

Museum of Connecticut History, Connecticut State Library
231 Capitol Avenue, Hartford, CT 06106 [Directions/Parking]

Tel: 860-757-6535, Fax: 860-757-6521
Museum Administrator: Dean Nelson
Museum Hours: Monday-Friday: 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Saturday:
 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

The Library and Museum are closed on Sundays, State Holidays & Saturdays when a holiday observance is on a Friday or Monday.


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